Religious Exploration Teacher Grade 1-2

First Parish in Lincoln is an open and welcoming church affiliated with the United Church of Christ (UCC) and the Unitarian Universalist Association (UUA) with a vibrant and growing young family population.  Our RE program seeks to ground our children in the traditions of both faiths and in our commitment to welcoming diverse beliefs, to respecting the dignity of all individuals, and to cherishing the living earth. We are seeking a teacher for the grade 1-2 (6- 8 years old) age group for our Religious Exploration (RE) program which meets Sunday mornings during the church year (approx. September through mid-June).

The teacher will be responsible for working with the Director of Religious Education to prepare classes, greeting children when they arrive, delivering the lesson as planned and to be a fun, caring and watchful presence throughout. The teacher will utilize an established curriculum that begins to deepen engagement with principles of our UU and UCC heritage and values through readings, creative projects, and nature-based activities.

The successful candidate will have experience working with children, ideally with this age group, and must be caring, patient, and understanding while being able to problem-solve as challenges arise. Strong interpersonal and communication skills with both children and adults are necessary. Classroom, outdoor teaching experience, and creative skills a plus. No specific religious affiliation is required but must be curious and open to the religious exploration goals as reflected by the mission of First Parish in Lincoln.

Scope 2025- 2026:

Teachers are expected to be at church on Sunday mornings from 9:00am to 12 noon This includes some preparation and cleanup time as children arrive before 10 and are picked up at 11:30. Our schedule anticipates approximately 8 Sundays beginning Sept 7 through November and 8-12 Sundays January to mid-June (with the possibility of December off). With the addition of two required meetings for planning to be scheduled for late June or late August (TBD), the position includes approximately 64 hours (20 Sundays) for the year. The rate for this position is $20-30 per hour, depending on experience, and reports directly to the Director of Religious Exploration.

Please submit a resume and 2 references to info@fplincoln.org. Must be able to pass a Massachusetts CORI check.

First Parish Lincoln provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.