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POSITION TITLE: Director of Religious Education (DRE)
Summit Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, Santee, CA

SUMMIT UU FELLOWSHIP in Santee, CA is seeking a ¾ time Director of Religious Exploration (DRE)

Summit has been serving East County San Diego for just over twenty years and has a vibrant and growing RE program.  We currently have over 50 children/youth registered in our program and are looking for a DRE who will join us in our growth.

The DRE:                   

·         Works with the Children’s R. E. Committee and the minister, and has the primary responsibility for choosing the curriculum, organizing the teacher schedule, and providing teacher support

·         Creates a warm and supportive environment for children & youth

·         Participates in intergenerational worship services  and provides visibility for religious exploration in the congregation

·         Oversees and supports the child care providers

The position is 30 hours per week with a salary range of $24k-$32k, plus benefits, commensurate with experience.  The position is available in May/June. The ideal candidate for this position should be ready to take a leadership role within our congregation. UUA Certification is not required, but professional development is expected.

The successful candidate will possess these qualifications:

Creativity and enthusiasm

The ability to inspire our children and plant the seeds of lifelong spiritual development

Communication, planning, and administrative skills

The ability to work collaboratively with the minister, Children’s Religious Exploration committee, congregational leaders, staff, parents, and volunteers

To apply for the position, please send a resume and cover letter to summitunitarian@sbcglobal.net  with “DRE search” in the subject line.
(posted 3/2/10)