Apply for Special Needs Youth & Adult Ministry Assistant

Summary: The Special Needs Youth & Adult Ministry Assistant provides a consistent and compassionate staff presence and direction for Special Needs Youth & Adults and their families that fosters an environment for discipleship, fellowship, outreach, and worship. This role works in collaboration with central staff and in alignment with The Woodlands Methodist Church’s mission to reach people for Jesus Christ, disciple them in faith, and help those in need.  

Essential Functions:

• A positive, helpful friendly demeanor at all times; ability to collaborate with others.
• Arrive at the assigned area on time, prepared, and ready to work.
• Attend all team meetings, staff meetings, and trainings.
• Participate in ministry programs, Special Needs Family Worship, and events
• Engage with individuals with special needs and their families upon arrival and dismissal.
• Focus on the individuals participating in Special Needs Youth & Adult Ministry
• Teach and manage a Sunday School or Sensory classroom that is developmentally appropriate and Christ-centered.
• Assist Special Needs Youth and Adult Ministry Director across all campuses as directed, including but limited to: 
  • Prepare teaching materials for Sunday School
  • Provide direction to interns and volunteers
  • Facilitate activities for ministry programs, Special Needs Family Worship, and events.
  • Prepare for Special Needs Family Worship, ministry programs, and events.
  • Ensure the environment is clean and all materials are put away.
  • Maintain records, documentation, and prayer requests with sensitivity and confidentiality.
  • Participation in the spiritual formation of individuals with special needs.
  • Schedule and set up rooms and registrations.
  • Communicate about events and ministry programs with Special Needs Families and Caregivers.
  • Support outreach and cross-campus efforts and programs.
  • Set up orders and materials lists for purchasing.
  • Maintain the Special Needs Youth and Adults Ministry Calendar.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Other Specifications:

• Reports to: Director of Special Needs Ministry
• Position Type: Part-Time, non-exempt
• Schedule: Mon-Wed 8:30am-3:30pm and Sun 9:00 AM-2:00 PM, 27 hours a week in the office or at various events with some evenings required. Sundays are required.
• Compensation: Dependent on Experience
• Benefits: Not benefit eligible

Qualifications:

• Exemplify the core values of The Woodlands Methodist Church:
  1. Live Faithfully – integrate your beliefs, values, and principles into your professional life.
  2. Love Compassionately – foster a caring and supportive environment where individuals feel valued and supported.
  3. Embody Integrity – trust and be trustworthy, demonstrate consistency in actions and values, and respect confidentiality.
  4. Offer Encouragement – Foster a positive work environment by expressing appreciation, offering constructive feedback, and providing support and resources when able.
  5. Remain Teachable – demonstrate a genuine desire to learn, an open mind, and a willingness to put in the effort to improve.
  6. Be Accountable – take ownership of tasks and responsibilities; consistently practice clear, open communication (verbally or via email), learn from mistakes, and seek continuous improvement.
  7. Multiply Yourself – search for ways to be more efficient and productive; maximize your impact and productivity, leverage the resources and skills available.

• Growing Christian with passion to share God’s love with everyone.
• Must be 16+ years or older, 18+ is preferable.
• Desire to learn about and work with individuals with special needs.
• A neat appearance, punctual, and reliable.
• Proficient computer skills including email. Growing Christian with passion to share God’s love with everyone.
• Experience and/or familiarity with various disabilities.
• Experience in teaching individuals with special needs.
• A neat, professional appearance, punctual, and reliable.
• Computer skills with Microsoft programs, email, and internet proficiency.
• College coursework in education, healthcare, or a related field is preferred.

Physical Demands:

• Must be physically able to keep up with youth and adults and lift a minimum of 40lbs.
• This position requires sitting, standing, lifting, reaching, and crawling.