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Help Wanted

Calvary Presbyterian is currently accepting applications for the positions listed below. 

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Send resume to Info@CalvaryPres.org

Organist/
Accompanist

Calvary Presbyterian Church in Alexandria, VA is seeking a part-time organist to accompany weekly Sunday morning service. This part-time position is approximately 8-10 hours per week under the direction of the Music Director.

 

Salary Range: $10,000 - $13,000 per year

Vacation: 4 paid Sunday’s off per year         

 

Calvary Presbyterian Church proudly maintains a Hybrid Alborn-Galanti organ with 62 stops (plus 376 variable stops available), 12 ranks, 856 pipes, and 3 manual/full pedals.

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, video or audio sample, and list of reference. Please send to info@calvarypres.org.

 

Responsibilities:

  • Provide organ music for our traditional Sunday worship service.

  • Provide organ music for seasonal worship services such as Ash Wednesday Service, Holy Week Services, and Christmas Eve Service.

  • Accompany rehearsals for adult choirs, ensembles, and occasionally, other groups as needed.

  • Arrange for substitute organist, as required, in consultation with the Director of Music.

  • Schedule periodic maintenance and tuning of the pipe organ as needed in consultation with the Director of Music.

  • Provide Prelude and Postlude recommendations and discuss Hymn selections with the Director of Music weekly, in coordination with the Sermon topics.

  • Attend weekly worship planning meetings with the Director of Music and the Pastor (as needed).

 

Qualifications:

  • Offer contingent upon satisfactory completion of background check

  • Photo ID, Social Security number or Green Card

  • Adherence to Calvary Presbyterian Church Child Protection Policy.

  • Ability to collaborate effectively with church staff and volunteers.

  • A strong and growing relationship with Jesus Christ.

  • Provide three (3) references.

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Termination Policy:

  • There will be a 90-day probationary period where either party may terminate employment without cause. Beyond this a two-week notice is expected.

  • Dependability is essential. Tardiness and excessive absences will result in termination of employment.

  • Immediate termination will occur in cases of intentional verbal, physical, or emotional abuse of church members/families or visitors.

  • Termination may occur for failure to carry out job functions as described above or failure to comply with the Calvary Presbyterian Child Protection Policy.

Childcare & Teaching
Assistant

Church Childcare/Teacher’s Assistant

Effective Start Date: 1 June 2026

 

Supervisor: Administration Committee Elder and Youth Director 

Hours: 2.5 (Sunday 9:00 a.m. -11:30 a.m.)

Hourly rate: $20/ hr. ($50 per Sunday)

 

OBJECTIVE: To provide teaching assistance and dependable/safe care to children while at Calvary Presbyterian Church, ages 4-10 years, before and during the church service.

 

Qualifications:

  • Experience in caring for children between the ages of 4 to 10 years, with the ability to adapt and interact with a variety of personalities

  • At least 18 years of age

  • Photo ID, Social Security number or Green Card

  • Satisfactory completion of background check

  • Satisfactory completion of CPR training for infants and children

  • Adherence to Calvary Presbyterian Church Child Protection Policy guidelines

  • Teaching Experience is a Plus

  • Provide three (3) references

 

Key Functions:

  • Responsible for providing age-appropriate care, maintaining a safe environment, while providing support to the Sunday School Teacher on duty.

  • Be polite, friendly, and courteous to all children, parents, and volunteers.

  • Arrive 15 minutes prior to 9:15 AM Sunday School. Childcare hours include every Sunday 9:00 AM to 11:30 AM. You are expected to work all Sundays even if it falls on a holiday. You will have the option of working other church events. The opportunity for extra work on days other than Sunday will be announced at least 4 weeks prior to the event. There will always be services during Holy Week, and one service on Christmas Eve.

  • You are to remain in the Childcare designated area until the children are secured with a responsible adult named on the child's registration form.

  • In the event of an emergency notify the parent, by sending your partner into the worship space.

  • Attend an evaluation after a 90-day probationary period and thereafter annually.

  • Any issues or concerns related to your job responsibilities should be reported to the Youth Director or the Administration Committee Elder.

  • Communicate in advance, by phone or email 1) any planned absences giving two (2) weeks notice, and 2) any unplanned absences at least two hours prior to the shift.

  

Termination Policy:

  • There will be a 90-day probationary period where either party may terminate employment without cause. Beyond this a two-week notice is expected.

  • Dependability is essential. Tardiness and excessive absences will result in termination of employment.

  • Immediate termination will occur in cases of intentional verbal, physical, or emotional abuse or neglect of any child, parent, or church member.

  • Termination may occur for failure to carry out job functions as described above or failure to comply with the Calvary Presbyterian Child Protection Policy.

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