What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Children's Minister position at Cowboy Fellowship?
Purpose: The Associate Children's Minister serves alongside the Children's Minister to help make disciples of children from Birth through 6th Grade. This entry-level ministry position is designed for someone called to children's ministry who desires to grow as a leader through mentorship, hands-on ministry experience, and leadership development. The Associate Children's Minister will assist in teaching, leading volunteers, and coordinating ministry programs while modeling Christlike character, demonstrating biblical maturity, and serving children and families with excellence.
Responsibilities:
● Assist in planning, coordinating, and implementing a comprehensive children's ministry program for Birth through 6th Grade.
● Teach engaging, biblically sound lessons during weekend services, Wednesday programs, camps, and special events.
● Build relationships with children and families through regular ministry involvement.
● Help create environments where children can grow in their relationship with Jesus.
● Assist with discipleship opportunities including baptism classes, new believer follow-up, and family discipleship initiatives.
● Help ensure a successful transition between children's ministry and youth ministry.
● Assist with planning and executing camps, Vacation Bible School, outreach events, and special programming.
● Coordinate classroom preparation, curriculum distribution, supply inventory, and room organization.
● Maintain attendance records and assist with ministry databases.
● Help communicate ministry information through email, social media, website updates, and printed materials.
● Assist with purchasing supplies while working within an approved budget.
● Help evaluate ministry effectiveness and recommend improvements.
● Work closely with the Lead Children's Minister to accomplish ministry goals.
● Collaborate with church staff to support the overall mission of Cowboy Fellowship.
● Attend weekly staff meetings, ministry planning meetings, and leadership trainings.
● Participate in continuing education opportunities including conferences, books, coaching, and ministry training.
● Perform additional ministry responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications: Demonstrates a clear calling and passion for serving children and partnering with families to help the next generation know, love, and follow Jesus.
● Bachelor's degree or current pursuit of a ministry-related degree is preferred but not required.
● Previous experience serving in children's ministry, education, camp ministry, or related leadership roles.
● A teachable spirit with a desire to grow through coaching and feedback.
● Strong work ethic with the ability to take initiative.
● Ability to work well both independently and as part of a team.
● Excellent relational and communication skills.
● Ability to organize multiple projects and meet deadlines.
● Basic technology proficiency including Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, email, social media, presentation software, and willingness to learn church management systems.
● Valid Texas driver's license and reliable transportation.
Pay: $30,000.00 - $40,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Relocation assistance
- Retirement plan
Work Location: In person
Salary : $30,000 - $40,000