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For the Nations DC (FTNDC) is a nonprofit ministry serving English language learners and their children in the Washington, DC, metro area. As a ministry, we follow Jesus’ example in the Gospels, and the disciples' example in Acts, of loving people through deeds of mercy and words of truth. We offer educational programs for adults and children, with a focus on helping our new neighbors speak, read, and write in English. We help meet their practical needs as they adjust to life in a new place. We also minister to students through sharing Bible stories, offering prayer, and being a safe space for students to ask questions about life and faith. We have offered hope and help to students from more than 60 countries. Our desire for our students is that they would truly flourish in our community and be transformed by the gospel of Jesus Christ.

Work Location, Hours, and Compensation:

This is a part-time position averaging 28 hours per week, for ~49 weeks.

This position is located at First Baptist Church of Alexandria, 2932 King Street, Alexandria, VA 22302. This position includes some on-site and some remote work. 

School Year (August through early June)

• Mondays, setup at site
• Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays 8 am - 3pm on site 
• Fridays,  some in-person and some remote tasks/meetings

Summer (Mid- June through July)

• July schedule and work location may differ from regular school year

This role also requires regular trips to pick up supplies at retailers such as BJs. Mileage for these trips will be reimbursed. 

Primary​ ​Responsibilities

Logistical Support

• Set up and clean up the FTNDC site weekly
• Ensure hospitality is set up and cleaned up daily
• Inventory, purchase, and pick up site supplies (e.g, bread from bakery, hospitality supplies)
• Reconcile purchases made each month
• Oversee hospitality, clean up, and set up volunteers
• Actively coordinate with the FBC staff at the front desk to ensure students and staff can enter and exit the building

Administrative Support

• Coordinate the translations of FTNDC daytime English registration materials
• Keep registration information updated on FTNDC website
• Help site staff and volunteers with printing (registration materials, Bible lessons, etc.)
• Help update student and volunteer data at the end of each semester
• Create, send, and manage RSVPs for special events

Student Support

• Monitor the FTNDC phone line, FTNDC Whatsapp, and info email address
• Schedule student placement tests
• Help students complete registration paperwork
• Reach out to students who are having challenges participating in classes to understand their needs and provide support or referrals
• Collect and record payments for classes
• Create and send out calendars, flyers and announcements to students 
• Answer students questions about English classes/give referrals as needed

Early Childhood Support

• Regularly help early childhood workers to complete bathroom trips with children (hold open door and make sure safety policies are followed)
• Occasionally help with checking in children
• Occasionally provide help in a childcare classroom 

Additional Responsibilities

• Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and prayer times

Required​ ​Qualifications

• Mature Christian with good standing with his/her local gospel-centered church
• Fully support the mission FTNDC
• Affirm FTNDC’s statement of faith
• Satisfactory background check
• High School Diploma or GED
• Previous experience working in an administrative or customer service role
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively and sensitively with people of diverse cultural and religious backgrounds
• Excellent attention to detail 
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize multiple duties
• Self- starter; ability to work independently
• Flexible to changing needs
• Proficient at using the computer and basic programs such as Google docs, sheets, forms
• Able to maintain confidentiality 
• Ability to drive and pick up supplies
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs

Preferred​ ​Qualifications

• Proficient at using Canva to create calendars and fliers
• Proficient at using managing WhatsApp groups and communities
• Experience working with volunteers
• Experience working in social service setting, ministry setting, or educational setting
• Fluent in two or more languages (especially Arabic, French, Dari, or Pashto)

For the Nations DC Mission and Statement of Faith

All FTNDC staff, volunteers, board members, and partner churches must affirm the following mission statement and statement of faith:

Mission: We offer hope and help to our immigrant neighbors by teaching English, providing practical assistance, and proclaiming the good news of Jesus Christ. 

Statement of Faith: “We believe in one God, the Father, the Almighty, maker of heaven and earth, of all that is, seen and unseen. We believe in one Lord, Jesus Christ, the only Son of God, eternally begotten from the Father, God from God, Light from Light, true God from true God, begotten, not made, of the same substance as the Father. Through him all things were made. For us men and for our salvation he came down from heaven: by the power of the Holy Spirit he was born of the Virgin Mary, and became man. For our sake he was crucified under Pontius Pilate; he suffered, died, and was buried. On the third day he rose again in accordance with the Scriptures; he ascended into heaven and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again in glory to judge the living and the dead, and his kingdom will have no end. We believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord, the giver of life, who proceeds from the Father. With the Father and the Son he is worshipped and glorified. He has spoken through the Prophets. We believe in one, holy, universal, and apostolic Church. We acknowledge one baptism for the forgiveness of sins. We believe in the resurrection of body, and the life everlasting. Amen.”

FTNDC is an equal opportunity employer.

For FTNDC staff, strong commitment to the mission, vision, and values of FTNDC  is essential, and Christian faith is a prerequisite for employment, based upon United States federal guidelines provided in Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.