JOIN THE KIDS TEAM

NURSERY PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Check-In & Welcome

• Greet parents warmly and assist with the check-in process.

• Ensure all children are signed in and have visible name tags.

• Communicate clearly with parents about any special needs, feeding instructions, or allergies.

2. Care & Play

• Provide a safe and loving environment.

• Engage children through gentle play-singing, reading books, stacking toys, or tummy-time

• Offer comfort and affection through cuddles, rocking, and reassuring words.

• Assist with handing out supplies

• Ensure all allergy and safety guidelines are followed.

• Only feed bottles or snacks provided by parents and labeled with the child's name.

• Begin tidying toys and sanitizing surfaces before parents arrive.

• Return all supplies to their proper place and confirm the room is clean for the next service.

AGES 2-5 PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Greet families warmly at the door

• Ensure name tags are visible and all children are signed in properly.

• Help new families feel welcomed and confident leaving their child.

• Engage kids through play

• Encourage sharing, kindness, and safety during playtime.

3. Worship & Lesson Time

• Help transition to the worship and
  Bible lesson area.

• Sit with children and model participation during songs, motions, and story time.

4. Craft & Snack Time

• Assist with handing out supplies

• Engage kids in conversation about the lesson while they work

• Ensure all allergy and safety guidelines are followed.

5. Closing Play & Clean-Up

• Supervise children as they return to free play after craft and snack time.

• Begin tidying toys and cleaning surfaces before dismissal.

• Help ensure the room is clean, organized, and ready for the next service.

TEACHER PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Classroom Leadership

• Lead the classroom and create a safe, welcoming environment.

• Communicate expectations and oversee transitions.

• Ensure volunteers understand their roles.

2. Teaching & Discipleship

• Teach or facilitate the lesson provided.

• Help children engage with God's Word.

• Model Christ-like attitudes and behaviour.

3. Attendance & Safety

• Ensure attendance is completed accurately.

• Maintain classroom ratios and supervision requirements.

• Complete incident and injury reports when required.

4. Team Support

• Delegate tasks and support volunteers.

• Encourage and develop Junior Volunteers.

• Foster teamwork and positive communication.

K- GR. 5'S PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Play with Purpose

• Arrive early and sign in

• Engage kids through table games, colouring, or sports

• Help kids feel welcomed and included

2. Line-Up & Transitions

• kids line up by grade and gender
  (K boys, K girls, etc.)

• Take accurate attendance

• Maintain order and smooth transitions

3. Large Group (Worship & Teaching)

• Sit with your small group and support a distraction-free environment

• Provide crowd control, bathroom/water runs, and supervision as needed

• Model active participation and worship

4. Small Group Time

• Lead kids in prayer, discussion, crafts, and worksheet activities

• Build relationships and intentionally engage every child

• Support children with additional needs

Team Leads Primary Responsibilities (must be 18+)

1. VOLUNTEER CARE & SUPPORT

• Build relationships with volunteers and check in regularly.

• Encourage, support, and celebrate team members.

• Help create a positive and welcoming team culture.

2. Classroom & Team Oversight

• Support assigned classrooms and volunteers.

• Assist with attendance, transitions, behaviour concerns, and volunteer shortages.

• Help ensure classrooms run safely and smoothly.

3. Leadership Development

• Encourage volunteers and help identify future leaders.

• Support and train Junior and New Volunteers.

• Create opportunities for volunteers to grow in leadership.

4. Communication & Follow-Up

• Serve as the first point of contact for volunteer questions and concerns.

• Complete classroom observations and evaluations as requested.

• Meet with ministry leadership to discuss classroom health, volunteer development, and ministry needs.

SENSORY ROOM PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Check-In & Welcome

• Greet families warmly and assist with check-in.

• Ensure name tags are visible and all children are signed in.

• Help children transition into the room in a gentle,

2. Play & Engagement

• Provide calm, purposeful play and encourage children to

• Use patience, gentle communication, and sensory-friendly

3. Modified Worship & Lesson

• Participate with children in worship and Bible story time.

• Model simple worship movements, listening, and engagement.

4. Adapted Craft & Activities

• Assist children with a simplified craft or hands-on activity that matches their sensory needs.

• Encourage positive interaction and creativity.

5. Breaks & Regulation Support

• Use calming tools such as weighted items, fidgets, quiet corners, rocking chairs, or floor play.

• Maintain a peaceful, predictable

BUDDY PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Check-In & Welcome

• Greet your buddy at the check in desk.

• Talk with their family about their week as you follow them to the child's classroom.

• Help the child transition into the room in a gentle, supportive way.

2. Play & Engagement

• Provide calm, purposeful play and encourage the child to engage and play with the other children and items around them.

• Use patience, gentleness and adapted strategies to help the child through their time with us.

3. Support

• Participate with children in worship and Bible story time.

• Support the teacher and child and provide adaptation or guidance as needed.

4. Breaks & Regulation Support

• Use calming tools such as weighted items, fidgets, quiet corners, rocking chairs, or floor play.

• Maintain a peaceful, predictable atmosphere.

WELCOME TEAM PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Greeting & Hospitality

• Warmly greet every family arriving at Elim Kids

• Offer assistance and create a welcoming, friendly first impression

• Answer basic questions with clarity and confidence

2. Check-In Support

• Help new families register and complete check-in

• Ensure children receive the correct name tags and security tags

• Direct families to their classrooms and explain pick-up procedures

• Escort new families if needed so they feel supported

SET UP/TEAR DOWN TEAM PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. In Between Services

• Reset/put away games in the gym

• Ensure games are put away and stored properly in the resource room

• Collect all forgotten/lost items and bring them to the welcome desk.

• Reset auditorium chairs.