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POSITION: Sunday Morning Nursery Worker-Redeemer Presbyterian Church Lincoln Square (LSQ)
DEPARTMENT: Children’s Ministry Department
REPORTS TO: Director of Children’s Ministry
FLSA STATUS: Non-exempt
WORK HOURS: At least 3 Sundays every month, approximately 3–4 hours each week from
9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. and occasionally from 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. (with occasional additional
training sessions).
LOCATION: West Side YMCA
BAND: 4
DATE: May 2025
WAGE RANGE: $28-$30/per hour


JOB SUMMARY
The Redeemer Lincoln Square (LSQ) Sunday Morning Nursery Worker provides a safe, caring and peaceful environment for the youngest members of LSQ—from infants to 24 months old at the West Side YMCA. This role is essential in helping parents worship with peace of mind, knowing their children are cared for in a loving and secure setting. Nursery workers bring warmth, attentiveness, and a gentle presence to every Sunday morning.

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Provide loving care, supervision, and attention to infants to 24 month old children during LSQ’s Sunday services.
• Maintain a clean, safe and welcoming nursery environment.
• Follow all LSQ Kids safety and check-in/check-out procedures.
• Comfort children through age-appropriate play, soothing and redirection.
• Be prepared to play with the children on the floor.
• Communicate any needs or concerns to LSQ Kids leadership.
• Disinfect and clean commonly used items such as tables, carts, equipment, etc.
• Maintain an organized and clean storage room.
• Monitor worship service attendance.
• Run errands, as needed.

REQUIREMENTS

• Must be available to work at least 3 Sunday morning shifts every month.
• Arrive on time each Sunday.
• Attend mandatory training sessions each year to review policies & procedures and build community as volunteers so that as a staff we can continue to serve the children of Redeemer Lincoln Square safely and effectively.
• Give at least 2 weeks notice prior to being absent. If ill, please notify the Children’s Ministry Director as soon as possible.
• A commitment to serve at least 1 year from start date.
• Must pass LSQ’s background check and reference check.

QUALIFICATIONS

• At least one year of experience caring for infants and toddlers (professional or personal).
• Calm, nurturing demeanor and dependable presence.
• Warm and engaging personality that is welcoming to parents and children, especially those children who may have difficulty separating from their parents.
• Must be punctual and responsible.
• Must be able to follow safety guidelines and adapt to young children’s needs; attend mandatory CPR, Anti-Harassment and other training provided.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 20 lbs for long periods of time and be on your feet for a portion of the shift.

Whether you are seeking to pursue your purpose, spend more time with your family, invest time in your education, or enjoy your hobbies, a part-time job with Redeemer allows you time to explore all of that, and more, while earning a competitive wage and being part of an organization that is building a great city!

The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill set; experience and training; licensure, certifications, and ordination; and other organizational needs.