Employment Opportunities
at St. Andrew’s KW
Position Available
Coordinator of Christian Formation
The Position
The Coordinator of Christian Formation at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, Kitchener is the key individual who, working with theological guidance from the Lead Minister provides faith and learning experiences for children, youth, and families, while helping to strengthen the congregation’s broader discipleship pathway.
This position reports to the Lead Minister and works cooperatively with the Christian Education Committee, staff, worship leadership, and ministry leaders across the congregation.
This is a permanent part-time position of approximately 20–24 hours per week - primarily onsite but with some opportunity to work remotely.
Nature and Scope
St. Andrew’s is a large church with a significant television and online congregation and many others who view the church as theirs for services provided. St. Andrew’s values its children and families and wants them to be a vital part of the church family.
The focus and scope include children’s formation, Sunday School, youth ministry support, family engagement, and intergenerational opportunities. This role is also responsible for helping children, youth, and families become more fully connected to the wider life of the congregation, so that formation is not experienced as a separate program but as part of the congregation’s shared life of discipleship.
It is expected that the Coordinator of Christian Formation is available for a minimum 90% of Sunday mornings, excluding vacation time.
Discipleship Pathway and Integration
Support the shift from filling volunteer roles toward nurturing disciples and developing leaders
Support the development and implementation of a discipleship pathway for children, youth, and families
Work to ensure that children’s and youth ministry are connected to the broader worship, relational, and ministry life of the church
Responsibilities
The Coordinator of Christian Formation will oversee and support ministry in the following areas:
Sunday School and Children’s Formation
Ensure that Sunday School lessons are prepared, led, and appropriately staffed each week
Recruit, train, and resource a team of teachers and leaders
Recommend and implement educational curriculum ideas in alignment with the theological direction of the Lead Minister
Review and develop Sunday School structure and teaching methodology in conjunction with the Lead Minister
Support all children in the Sunday School program, and in particular those children with exceptionalities who may require accommodations to fully participate in programs
Ensure that all teachers and supplies are in place, as needed
Ensure rooms, closets, and materials are organized and clean
Worship and Intergenerational Formation
Prepare and lead “Time with the Children in All of Us” during worship, in consultation with the Lead Minister
Build intergenerational ministry ideas into the worship service and congregational life
Work with the Lead Minister and Music Ministry to support the participation of children, youth, and families in worship
Youth and Family Ministry
Oversee and support ministry with youth, in coordination with the Youth Coordinator where applicable
Plan, promote, and coordinate special events, such as Family Nights, pageants, or similar gatherings, in collaboration with other groups within the church
Introduce or support mid-week opportunities for caregivers and children, where appropriate
Oversee the Nursery Program and coordinate leaders/helpers
Support transitions between children’s ministry, youth ministry, and wider congregational participation
Communication and Administration
Communicate frequently with participants and families to ensure an open and inviting environment is maintained
Maintain all pertinent records of participants and families in programs and ensure the church office has this information
Ensure the use of Planning Centre for communications and reporting as required to ensure integration
Procure supplies, maintain display boards, and provide announcements for the church bulletin, website, and social media as needed
Document practices and procedures for ongoing programs and special events
Policy, Safety, and Budget
Consult with the Leading with Care Committee to ensure compliance with Presbyterian Church in Canada policy
Recommend budget requirements in conjunction with the Finance Committee and Lead Minister
Ensure that the Christian Formation program is carried out as approved
Accountability and Support
This position reports directly to the Lead Minister.
The Coordinator of Christian Formation will work closely with the Lead Minister, Music Ministry, Youth Coordinator, Christian Education Committee, and Session to ensure that formation is connected to the wider life of the congregation.
Program delivery will include the involvement of teachers, leaders, external resources or organizations, and members/adherents of the congregation.
Reports are to be submitted to the Lead Minister on a monthly basis. Ultimately, this position is accountable to the Session of St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church.
Faith Requirements
The successful candidate will:
Have a personal faith consistent with the theology of the Presbyterian Church in Canada
Be familiar with Presbyterian Church polity, history, and beliefs
Be accepting of St. Andrew’s policy of being a church open to all and affirming LGBTQ2S+ persons, including marriage and ordination
Be supportive of Presbyterian Church in Canada and community efforts toward Truth and Reconciliation with Indigenous peoples
Position Requirements
Demonstrated ability to support the faith development of children and youth within a Christian context
Proven ability to work with others, including staff members, parents, children, youth, and lay leadership
An innovative thinker, flexible, organized, enthusiastic in their work, and able to work with minimal supervision
Capacity to think beyond program delivery toward relational and intergenerational ministry
Ability to recruit, equip, and support leaders in shared ministry
Direct experience in supporting children with exceptionalities would be an asset
Excellent English communication — verbal and written — and presentation skills
Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft applications, internet usage, desktop publishing, and social media
Legally able to work in Canada
Provide formal documentation substantiating an acceptable Police Records Check for Vulnerable Sector
First Aid and CPR-C certificate
Hold a valid driver’s license
Educational Requirements
Post-secondary education in education, theology, child/youth work, social sciences, or a related field
Training or demonstrated experience in Christian formation, faith development, or ministry with children and youth
Position Type
Part-time , approximately 20–24 hours per week.
Primarily on-site but with some ability to work remotely.
Salary Range
$25,000 - $35,000 (based on 20-24 hrs/week)
To be determined based on hours, experience, and final approved scope.
Benefits
Benefits to be determined in accordance with church policy and eligibility.
Vacation - as per church policy, with consideration given to prior experience.
Probation Period
A normal probation period of three (3) months commencing on the effective date.
All ministries and jobs positions of St. Andrew’s are conducted under the supervision of the Session of St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, Kitchener, Ontario
If interested, please send a cover letter and resume to: human.resources@standrewskw.com or drop off at the church office - Attention: Human Resources:
St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church
54 Queen St. N, Kitchener, ON N2H 2H2
519-578-4430
Position Available
Building Attendant / Custodian (Casual Part-time)
The Position:
The Building Attendant/ Custodian is, as part of a team, responsible for the custodial cleaning, care and support of rental and church groups using the church buildings and its extended properties, including 11 Roy St. and 68 Queen Street North. Hours are on an on-call basis, primarily for evenings and weekends and for vacation relief.
Nature and Scope:
St. Andrew’s is a large vibrant church in the heart of downtown Kitchener. It employs a small complement of custodial staff. This position integrates both knowledge of, and appreciation for the cleaning requirements of the buildings and the ability maintain and the ability to take part in maintenance and cleaning operations to ensure the vitality of the physical plant of the church. As we rent parts of our heritage building to the public, providing support to those rental groups is an important part of this role.
Functional Responsibilities:
Interior cleaning, lawn care and snow removal pertaining to all church properties
Ensure safety and security on church properties and for the safe work environment
Primary contact person for rental groups during their event in the building.
Providing excellent customer service to our renters and dealing with situations as they come up.
Opening and closing of the church building and interior rooms as required.
Ensure that the church facilities are properly prepared for the various functions including room set up and clean up after the event.
Fill out and maintain building log book after each shift (10 minutes allowed for this)
Completion of washroom logs as needed
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Demonstrated solid interpersonal and communication skills
Proven general and/or specific knowledge and experience of cleaning procedures
Ability to work with others including staff members, subordinates, superiors, and volunteer leaders with the church as well as rental groups
Physically able to handle some demanding tasks in and around the church
Legally able to work in Canada
Provide an acceptable recent Police Records Check
Willingness to learn various skills as required from time to time
Familiarity, understanding and respect for the functionality of a large, vibrant church
Accountability and support:
The Building Attendant/Custodian will report to the Head Custodian with regards to job performance and to the Church Manager regarding any issues related to rental groups.
All ministries and jobs positions of St. Andrew’s are conducted under the supervision of the Session of St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, Kitchener, Ontario
If interested, please send a cover letter and resume to: human.resources@standrewskw.com or drop off at the church office - Attention: Human Resources:
St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church
54 Queen St. N, Kitchener, ON N2H 2H2
519-578-4430