Summer Program is an amazing opportunity for adult MKs to pour into the next generation of MKs attending MT/MR while forging strong bonds with other adult MKs. This is not an opportunity you’ll want to miss out on. Apply today!
PROGRAMS
We’re looking for MKs who love working with kids and have a special heart for pouring into the next generation of MKs to serve as chiefs for MT/MR. Applicants must be willing to work for the entire month of June in Springfield, MO, and must fill out an application, pass a background check, and be approved by A/G leadership.
Meals and accommodations are provided. Staff from outside of the Springfield area may receive travel reimbursement.
We’re looking for individuals who are willing to work two weekends (Friday, Saturday, Sunday) in June going on adventurous outings with young MKs.
Applicants local to Springfield, MO are preferred. Applicants must fill out an application, pass a background check, and be approved by A/G leadership.
Meals will be provided.
Our Reentry program helps MKs who are coming off the field prepare to transition to life back in the states. We’re looking for individuals to work one week in June in Springfield, MO and preferably are MKs who have experience going through this transition themselves.
Applicants must fill out an application, pass a background check, and be approved by A/G leadership.
Meals and accommodations are provided. Staff from outside of the Springfield area may receive travel reimbursement.
Our education department works to provide our missionary families with the tools and resources they need to provide a quality education for our MKs. We’re looking for MKs with a background in education, counseling, psychology or similar fields to support our education team and help the families attending MT/MR this summer navigate education questions. Applicants must be willing to come to Springfield, MO and must fill out an application, pass a background check and be approved by A/G leadership. Meals and accommodations are provided. Staff from outside of the Springfield area may receive travel reimbursement.
POSITIONS
Coordinators supervise the program to which they are assigned in a managerial role. They attend and supervise the program every time it is in session, direct the set-up and tear-down of their program rooms, plan all program activities and teaching sessions, attend orientation settings and coordinator meetings, conduct training and debriefing meetings with staff, liaison with MK parents, manage program cash and related reporting, order supplies and process all paperwork as required by the MK Office. Typically coordinator positions are hand-picked and prior experience with the MK program is strongly recommended.
Staff positions work directly with MKs in their program, serving as a “chief” to a “tribe”. Tribe sizes vary according to the age of the MKs. Staff participate in every MK activity, serve as a group leader and role model. Staff are expected to attend all training sessions and program sessions, assist their coordinator with the set-up and tear-down of their room, act as a chief to assigned MKs, lead “tribe time” teaching sessions, care for the needs of the MKs in their tribe and support MK office leadership, program coordinators and other staff members as a part of the team. Prior experience and being an MK are preferred for these positions, but not required.
Logistics positions are responsible for all logistical services for the various programs. Logistics staff assigned to specific programs are responsible to complete tasks assigned by the program coordinator for the running of the program. Examples include serving as the program photographer/ videographer, downloading pictures/ video to the MK office archive files, tracking information in the program logbook, retrieving snack orders and supplies from the Central Supply room, loading and unloading coolers, car seats, etc, from vehicles, completing administrative tasks as requested such as photocopying, checking out books and DVDs, etc, and serving as a substitute “chief” in the event of illness. Prior experience and being an MK are preferred for these positions, but not required.
APPLICATION FAQS
Applications are posted on the ISMK website beginning November 23. Follow the links to “Work MT/ MR/ Reentry” and “Continue to application.” You may fill out the form and submit it electronically.
Please note the special requirements for references:
– You may not use family members, anyone else applying for MT/PFO, any member of the MK office, or anyone currently employed by the Assemblies of God National Office (this includes Regional Directors).
-Examples could include but are not limited to: pastor, employer, coworker, missionaries or missionary associates.
Under the policies of the General Council of the Assemblies of God, no exceptions can be made for the reference requirements.
Also note that you will receive an email to complete a criminal background check later on in the application process.
The deadline to submit applications, reference forms and background check forms is 12:01am CST March 2, 2024.
Placement will abide by the hiring practices of the General Council of the Assemblies of God and all applicable laws.
We abide by all applicable laws as well as corporate policy, therefore all staff/coordinator applicants must be 18 years or older as of June 6, 2024 (logistics must be 18 by May 29, 2024).
All positions involve working directly or indirectly with missionary kids, from infants through high school. The programs break down as follows:
Nursery/Toddler (Infants-23 months)
Beginner (2 year olds-3 year olds)
Preschool (4-5 year olds)
Early Elementary (Ages 6-9)
Bootcamp (10-18 Year Olds)[MT/PFO Only]/Pre-Teen (10-12)[MR Only]/Youth (13-18 Year Olds)[MR Only]
AD Camp (Ages 10-18)/Reentry (Ages 10-18) [Will be off campus at Eagle Rock for AD Camp]
Program Logistics
MK Office Logistics
Media (photography and videography)
Each program has unique needs. Workers are selected to work directly with children in an individual program, either as a coordinator or staff. Additionally, each program needs a logistics coordinator to work indirectly with MKs and provide logistical support.
No, you do not have to be an MK to apply and work the summer programs. MKs have unique experiences that allow them to understand the lives of other MKs. But the ISMK summer program abides by all applicable non-discrimination laws in selecting contract workers.
The MK program is not an 8-5 job. The hours vary from day to day and a certain amount of flexibility is expected with regard to daily schedules. Contract workers average 50 hours per week for the duration of the program.
This Summer Program is at Evangel University in Springfield, MO. Staff will be staying on campus.
Please let us know if you have made other arrangements.
You are responsible to arrange your own travel to and from Springfield. The MK program will calculate your travel cost from the destination listed in your application and that amount will be figured into your contract.
Hiring decisions will be decided by April 19, 2024 and every applicant will be notified of their status. We are unable to make decisions and notifications prior to that date.