The Spiritual Formation Coordinator plays a pivotal role in ensuring the integration of biblical principles throughout all programs at KCA. This position involves guiding and enhancing spiritual development in academic, extracurricular, and athletic programs, ensuring a Christ-centered approach in all aspects of school life.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
(Other duties may be assigned)
- Oversee the integration of biblical truth in chapel programs, academics, and fine arts.
- Collaborate with the faculty for seamless integration of area ofltof faith and learning in all subject areas.
- Guide the spiritual direction of extracurricular activities, ensuring they reflect Christian values.
- Provide resources and training to staff and facilitate effective biblical integration.
- Cultivate a school environment conducive to spiritual growth and maturity in Christ.
- Engage with the school community to support their spiritual development.
- Evaluate and adapt spiritual formation programs to community school community’s needs.
- Act as a spiritual mentor and advisor, promoting discipleship and faith development.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Provide oversight for spiritual formation initiatives in coordination with the Executive Administrator and other school leaders.
Competencies
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
Activity Level – Ability to participate in fitness and sports programs actively.
Administration of Sports Programs – Working knowledge of how to develop and administer sports and recreational programs.
Attendance/Punctuality – Is consistently at work and on time. Ensure work responsibilities are covered when absent. Attend and participate in scheduled devotionals, in-service retreats, committee, faculty, and PTF meetings. Arrive at meetings and appointments on time.
Cost Consciousness – Prepare and maintain the department budget and work within the approved budget. Develop and implement cost-saving measures. Contribute to profits and revenue. Conserve organizational resources.
Collaboration – Work cooperatively with a diverse range of individuals and teams.
Communication – Effectively convey Christian teachings in educational and pastoral settings.
Computer Skills – Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Office Products and other industry software and hardware.
Customer Service – Manage difficult or emotional customer situations. Respond promptly to customer needs. Solicit customer feedback to improve service. Respond to requests for service and assistance. Meet commitments.
Dependability – Use classroom instructional time appropriately and wisely. Follow instructions and respond to management direction. Accept responsibility for own actions.
Diversity – Demonstrate knowledge of EEO policy. Show respect, sensitivity, and appreciation for cultural differences. Demonstrate the ability to address the various learning styles of students. Educate others on the value of diversity.
Ethics – Inspire the trust of others by keeping commitments and working with integrity and ethics. Uphold organizational goals.
Fitness & Sports Equipment – Working knowledge of the functions of fitness and sporting equipment.
Interpersonal Skills – Create and maintain a climate of respect and fairness for all students. Focus on solving conflict, not blaming. Maintain confidentiality. Listen to others without interrupting. Keep emotions under control and value constructive feedback.
Leadership – Exhibit strong leadership in guiding the spiritual formation of the school community.
Mathematical Skills – Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as grade averages. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry. Present numerical data effectively.
Oral Communication – Ability to communicate primarily in English. Speak clearly and persuasively in positive and negative situations. Listen and get clarification to respond to questions. Demonstrate group presentation skills.
Planning/Organizing – Prioritize and plan work activities—plan for additional resources. Set goals and objectives. Develop realistic action plans.
Problem Solving – Identify and resolve problems promptly and demonstrates the ability to develop alternative solutions. Gather and analyze information to develop alternative solutions. Work well in group problem-solving situations.
Professionalism – Approach others tactfully by showing respect and consideration regardless of status or position. React well under pressure by keeping emotions under control. Represents the school favorably and professionally to the constituency and general public, whether on or off duty.
Reasoning Ability – Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
Safety and Security – Observe safety and security procedures. Determine appropriate action beyond guidelines. Report potentially unsafe conditions. Use equipment and materials properly.
Strategic Planning – Develop strategies for fostering spiritual growth and integrating biblical principles in school programs.
Teamwork – Balance team and individual responsibilities. Exhibit objectivity and openness to others’ views and ideas by seeking the counsel of administrators and colleagues as needed. Maintains a teachable attitude. Contribute to building a positive team spirit. Put the success of the team above your interests. Support everyone’s efforts to succeed.
Written Communication – Write routine reports and other correspondence clearly and informatively and can vary writing style to meet needs using standard English. Edit work for spelling and grammar. Able to read and interpret documents such as lesson plans, procedure manuals, and safety rules.
Qualifications
- Deep personal relationship with Jesus Christ and dedication to personal discipleship.
- Strong understanding of and commitment to biblical principles and Christian education.
- Experience in spiritual leadership within an educational or church setting.
- Demonstrated ability to develop and implement spiritual formation programs.
- Excellent communication skills to effectively interact with students, parents, faculty, and staff.
Education and/or Experience
A Bachelor’s degree in Theology, Christian Education, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.
Spiritual Commitment
All employees are expected to commit to Christ and to the philosophy, ministry and vision of OCBF and to help the church to meet the spiritual, social, emotional and physical needs of the church family.
Members are asked to commit to:
- Consciously pursuing spiritual growth by participating in the vital experience of the church (Education, Fellowship, Outreach and Worship).
- Faithfully give at least 10% of their income to the ministry of OCBF.
- Faithfully serve in one of the ministries of the church in a volunteer capacity.
- Agree to read and function under the guidelines and authority of the Church Constitution and By-Laws.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here represent those that must be met by an employeeesent what an employee needs to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand, reach with hands and arms, and talk and hear. The employee must frequently walk and use hands and fingers to handle or feel. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must regularly lifor lift or move up to 25 pounds (copy paper, books, cots, supplies). Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
