Title: Coordinator of Lifespan Faith Formation (CLFF)
Reports to: Minister
FLSA Status: Nonexempt
Hours and schedule: 10 – 12 hours/week
9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m., most Sundays during the program year
Weekday and evening hours, variable
Some hours may be worked remotely

Benefits: Benefits include: workers compensation; option to contribute to retirement and Roth IRA; and professional development funds to cover membership in the Liberal Religious Educators Association (LREDA) and training.
Date revised: May 20, 2026

Purpose of Position

  • Foster a vibrant, inclusive culture of lifelong learning within the congregation. In collaboration with congregational leaders, design, and implement multigenerational programs by integrating faith formation into congregational life; helping people of all ages grow, connect, and live their Unitarian Universalist values.

Core Competencies

  • Leadership with Children, Youth, and Families: Demonstrates skill in leading and engaging children and youth through developmentally appropriate experiences, while fostering strong relationships and serving as a liaison between younger and older generations within the congregation. 
  • Vision and Purpose: Supports Unitarian Universalist values, as well as the values, mission, and end statements of Peoples Church UU.
  • Organization and Planning: Organizes people, funding, materials, and support to accomplish multiple, concurrent goals and activities.
  • Trust and Integrity: Is widely trusted to keep confidences, admit errors, and adhere to a transparent set of personal and professional values that are congruent with the ministry and mission of the congregation. 
  • Conflict Management: Recognizes and resolves conflicts effectively, applying principles of active listening, collaboration, and equity.

    Ethical Responsibilities

    Essential Functions

    • Collaboratively selects, plans, and supports Sunday morning activity options for the congregation in the hour before Sunday worship services (9:45-10:45 AM).
    • Collaborates with various groups (eg., Faith Formation Council, Social Justice Team, Music Ministry Team, Building & Grounds, Archives, CUUPs, Membership Team, Worship Arts, etc.) to plan, administer, implement, and evaluate a multifaceted Faith Formation program for the congregation as a whole.
    • Consults with all teams on ways to include all ages in their work and activities, encouraging each team to create / host at least one activity per year that involves the entire congregation.  
    • Communicates effectively with the congregation-at-large via various modes and in various locations, writing blog posts and designing flyers. 
    • Recruits, trains, schedules, and supports 1-2 Sunday morning volunteers.
    • Serves as liaison to the Cedar Rapids Youth Co-op, communicating events to youth in the congregation and arranging adult volunteers when youth plan to attend Youth Co-op events.  
    • Works with congregational teams to brainstorm, support, and encourage 2–3 multigenerational community-facing events annually that invite participation from people outside the congregation, such as neighborhood celebrations, service projects, educational events, or seasonal gatherings.
    • Coordinates and presents the Time For All Ages during Sunday Services in collaboration with the minister and other worship leaders.
    • Manages and monitors the Faith Formation budget with supporting documentation.
    • Maintains attendance records, curricular resources, classroom supplies, and equipment.

    Qualifications

    Qualifications may be met as a result of education, professional experience, volunteer work, informal training, and/or equivalent lived experiences. 

    • Familiarity with educational methods; learning styles; children’s social, emotional, and cognitive development; and age-appropriate activities.
    • Experience with developing and supporting educational programs for young people.
    • Experience with leading and engaging multigenerational groups in shared activities.
    • Knowledge of Unitarian Universalism, or a desire to learn. 
    • Experience with supporting relationships within multigenerational groups, nurturing spiritual development and growth across the ages.
    • Ability to operate a windows computer and a variety of software applications, including Google suite (Google Docs, Sheets, Slides, & Forms). Experience with SquareSpace, Realm, Canva and/or MailChimp are useful, but not required.
    • Ability to create and uphold appropriate boundaries.

      Position Details

      • The starting hourly wage is $18.00 – $20.00, depending on experience, plus professional development funds of $500 (5% of salary).
      • The Coordinator of Lifespan Faith Formation may take an average of one Sunday off per month, as coordinated with the Minister.
      • Professional attire is expected for church services.

      How To Apply

      • Email a cover letter and your resume to minister@pcuu.org. Please explain how your experience prepares you for this position and why you want to work for Peoples Church Unitarian Universalist specifically. 
      • Members of Peoples Church are not eligible to apply unless an exception is granted by the minister.
      • Start date: July 1, 2026, or when a suitable candidate is hired.

      We are committed to developing a diverse and talented staff team. If you are excited about this role, but unsure whether you meet 100% of the requirements, we encourage you to inquire and/or apply. On-site training tailored to the specific system at Peoples Church will be provided.

      Learn more about Peoples Church Unitarian Universalist at: https://peoplesuu.org/about-peoples/

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