Policies and Procedures
A thorough understanding of your congregation’s policies and procedures for Sunday school will help most volunteer teachers feel happier and more satisfied in their work. Written policies and procedures show how the values of your congregation are put into action. They also help foster a sense of fairness and accountability between the Godly Play (or Sunday school) program director and the volunteer teachers, No matter how small your Sunday School program, it is important that everyone be in agreement about the polices and procedures for working with children. It is wise to compile a brief orientation sheet or booklet for each volunteer and to review it verbally – maybe during the same informal interview in which you gather information about the teacher. (See the posting on Teacher Profiles.) Keep a reference copy of your policies and procedures in a central location near the classrooms. You might find it useful to keep copies of the document with the pastor, in the church office, and with the governing body. Listed in Useful Godly Play Stuff is some information every teacher should be clear about before beginning to work in your Godly Play (or Sunday school) program.
Kathleen Capcara
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