Career Opportunities at ELPC

ELPC is currently seeking a Child Care Worker and Chancel Choir Accompanist. If you’d like to learn more about these positions and how to apply, click on the job titles below.

Child Care Worker
This position is for a Child Care Worker to provide care for infants and toddlers on Sunday mornings and Wednesday evenings in our nursery at East Liberty Presbyterian Church. The ideal candidate for this position will create a welcoming, engaging, safe, and age-appropriate environment for infants and toddlers in our care.

Job title: Child Care Worker

Department: Program

Work Location: On site – East Liberty Presbyterian Church

Pay Grade: Hourly – $15.00 per hour

Reports to: Rev. Heather Schoenewolf, Associate Pastor for Educational Ministries

Part-time
Nonexempt

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

Caregiver:

  • Serving infants and young toddlers on Sunday mornings and or Wednesday evenings, and as needed for other church functions.

Duties:

  • Providing snacks
  • Changing diapers
  • Facilitate developmentally appropriate play
  • Clean toys used

Relationships:

  • Communicate with the Coordinator of Christian Education and Youth Ministry
  • Communicate with the Young Children’s Ministry team about space, supply or programmatic needs

Position Requirements and Qualifications:

  • Prior experience working with young children from diverse backgrounds in a group childcare setting
  • A desire to learn about and support the spiritual formation of young children
  • EXPERIENCE – Knowing and being responsible for Child Safety and Covid Policies
  • Act 33/34 clearances and any additional screening needed as per our Child Safety Policies
  • A strong faith and character, personal and professional integrity, and a sincere commitment to building significant relationships with the church and community at large.

Competencies:

  • Promoting Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

Physical Requirements:

  • Ability to perform the essential job functions consistently, safely and successfully with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
  • Must be able to lift and carry up to 20 lbs., standing, sitting, reaching, and stretching.

Disclaimers:

East Liberty Presbyterian Church is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, religion, color, gender, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, or sexual orientation.

As a church community, we strive for racial justice and peace. ELPC expects all of our employees to condemn systemic racism and speak out against any racist practices found in the workplace. Each of us plays a part in this process. This is a zero-tolerance policy and this statement applies to all employees and applicants for employment and contractors.

Please send resumes and cover letters via email to Rev. Heather Schoenewolf or mail to: Child Care Worker Search Committee, 116 South Highland Avenue Pittsburgh, PA  15206-3911

Chancel Choir Accompanist
This position is for a CHANCEL CHOIR ACCOMPANIST who will be a critical member to the East Liberty Presbyterian Church. The role of the CHANCEL CHOIR ACCOMPANIST assists the Organist/Music Director with all rehearsals, worship services and concerts involving the Chancel Choir.
Accountable To: Organist/Music Director and Pastor as Head of Staff.

Job title: Chancel Choir Accompanist Associate

Department: Music Department

Work Location: On site – East Liberty Presbyterian Church

Reports to: Organist/Music Director and Pastor as Head of Staff

Part-time
Nonexempt

Primary Duties, Position Requirements, Qualifications and Responsibilities:

  • 11:00 Sanctuary Service. 10:00 in Summer
  • Thursday evening rehearsals (September through June)
  • Accompany Soloists/Special Music as needed
  • Special/Seasonal Services (i.e. Christmas Eve and Holy Week)
  • Play organ for worship services in absence of Organist/Music Director or other times as required.

Concerts

  • Accompany Chancel Choir and/or soloists for occasional concerts and special programs throughout the year (i.e, Christmas in East Liberty) Professional Development
  • Continues to develop skills as a pianist/organist.

Relationships: Relates to the Organist/Music Director as Supervisor, and to the choir section leaders and staff as colleagues.

Evaluations: Review of position description, work objectives, performance and compensation will be conducted annually by the Organist/Music Director in consultation with the Pastor/Head of Staff and HR Committee.

Qualifications:

  • Demonstrated skill as an accompanist
  • Competent sight-reader
  • Is personable and able to work with people with a wide range of abilities and styles.

Disclaimers:
East Liberty Presbyterian Church is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, religion, color, gender, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, or sexual orientation.

As a church community, we strive for racial justice and peace. ELPC expects all of our employees to condemn systemic racism and speak out against any racist practices found in the workplace. Each of us plays a part in this process. This is a zero-tolerance policy and this statement applies to all employees and applicants for employment and contractors.

Please send resume and cover letter to:

East Liberty Presbyterian Church
Human Resources Department Room #103
Attn: Chancel Choir Accompanist Search
116 South Highland Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA  15206-3911

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