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Redemption Kids Team Application

This form is to be completed by all applicants for any position involving working with minors. It is being used to help the church provide a safe and secure environment for those children and youth who participate in our programs and use our facilities.

We prefer that all Redemption Kids Volunteers commit to three months of service (typically one time each 4-6 weeks). This begins the first Sunday you serve.

Yes, I can commit to at least three months of Children's Ministry service.No, due to personal circumstances I cannot serve three months, but will let you know when I will end my time of service with at least one month notice.

Personal Information

First Name*:
Middle Name:
Last Name*:

Email*:
Phone*:

We prefer to contact you by email.

Classroom you would like to serve in (see descriptions at end of application):
Nursery (birth - crawling)Nursery 2 (walking - 23 months)Young Preschool (2 years)Preschool (3-4 years)Younger Kids (5-7 years)Older Kids (8 - 11 years)Any

Commitment:
Every other weekOnce per monthOther

If you checked other, please explain below:

Date you are available to begin serving:

Have you ever been accused of a sexually inappropriate behavior with a minor? If your answer is yes, please explain:

Have you ever been investigated for sexually inappropriate behavior with a minor? If yes, describe accusation and the outcome of the investigation. Where did the investigation take place? Provide information so that we can contact the investigator to verify the results of the investigation.

Have you ever been sexually inappropriate with a minor, whether it has been reported or not? _
YesNo

Church History/Prior Children's Work

How long have you attended L2 Church:

List all other churches you have attended regularly (names/dates) and the ministries (if any) you were involved in with children:

List any gifts, training, education or other factors that you feel have prepared you for working with children:

Personal References (not relatives):

In order to complete the application process most efficiently and enable you to begin serving as soon as possible, please supply email addresses whenever possible.

Reference 1:
Reference Name*:
Reference Email*:
Relationship to you*:

Reference 2:
Reference Name*:
Reference Email*:
Relationship to you*:

Applicant's Statement

The information contained in this application is correct to the best of my knowledge. I authorize any references/churches/organizations listed in this application to give you any information (including opinions) that they may have regarding my character and fitness for working with children or youth. In consideration of the receipt and evaluation of this application by Redemption Church Denver, I hereby release any individual, church, organization, employer, reference or any other person including record custodians both collectively and individually, from any and all liability for damages of whatever kind which may result to me, my heirs, or family, on account of compliance or any attempts to comply, with this authorization. I waive any right I may have to inspect any information provided about me by any person or organization identified by me in this application. Should my application be accepted, I agree to be bound by the bylaws and policies of L2 Church and to refrain from unscriptural conduct in the performance of my services on behalf of the church. I further state that I HAVE CAREFULLY READ THE FOREGOING RELEASE AND KNOW THE CONTENTS THEREOF AND I SIGN THIS RELEASE AS MY OWN FREE ACT.

This is a legally binding agreement, which I have read and understood.

Applicant’s Signature*: Date*:

Volunteer Statement:

I agree with the need to provide a safe environment for children of all ages when involved in ministries and activities at Redemption Church Denver.

I agree to never being alone with a child while working in children's ministry.

Applicant’s Signature*: Date*:

Redemption Kids Job Descriptions

To better define the roles of the workers in each classroom, we have noted brief descriptions as follows. Please take some time to read through them to familiarize yourself with your choices. All volunteers will be scheduled according to their preferences on a per quarter basis.

Teacher:

All classes follow the Desiring God curriculum. The lessons will be prepared for each teacher and all necessary supplies will be ready for you in your classroom. You will be responsible to read and become familiar with the lesson. It will be available on planning center for you to read prior to the Sunday you teach.

Nursery 1 (Blue Room - 6 weeks to crawling):

Babies like to be held, explore and touch everything...many times with their mouths. It is a peaceful room where the sermon is played via audio. Be prepared for some crying, drool and diaper changes. And lots of cuddling. Each baby must return with a filled out nursery report.

Nursery 2 (Yellow Room - walking to 23 months):

Walking babies and toddlers have lots of energy and want to explore everything. There is rarely a dull moment. This is also the most popular age for separation anxiety; therefore, babies will need to be distracted and keep moving with a variety of toys, books and objects. Music will be played. Each baby must return with a filled out nursery report.

Young Preschool (Green Room - 2 years):

These kids will enjoy a time of worship led by the director. This room will have the a short toddler lesson plan. Encourage children to participate in the lesson and leave lots of play and snack time. Some may be in diapers or potty training.

Preschool (Orange Room - 3-4 years):

*Potty training is a requirement to be in this class
This group will enjoy a time of worship and bible lesson during the beginning of the service led by the director. This is a focused learning group, that follows a lesson plan with games and projects. The understanding should be thorough so that they can explain what they learned to parents. There is play and snack time at the end.

Younger Kids (Purple Room - 5-7 years):

This group will enjoy a time of worship and bible lesson during the beginning of the service led by the director. This is a focused learning group, that follows a lesson plan with games and projects. Reading and writing may be possible, but not required for these kids. The understanding should be thorough so that they can explain what they learned to parents. There is play and snack time at the end.

Older Kids (Rainbow Room- 8-11 years):

This group will attend worship together in the main church service with their teacher at the beginning of the service. This group will stay focused on the Bible scripture and lesson. These kids can read and write and these is more comprehension if biblical understanding. There are components of Bible memorization, reading scripture and activities to promote understanding. These students are expected to carry out Biblical concepts into their individual lives. Snack may occur at end.

Room Assistants:

(Friendly, helpful, works well with others)
All volunteers assisting the room lead are responsible for welcoming children and engaging them in activities before class time begins. Assistants are also expected to help their room lead with any other tasks. Assistants also help during the large group activity to run the computer for music and videos.

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