What are the responsibilities and job description for the Children's Ministry Director position at First United Methodist Church?
Children Ministries Director
Part-Time, Salaried $22,000-$27,000
15-25 hours a week, Limited Office Hours
About First Church:
First Church has a mission to Leave a Spiritual Legacy for the Next Generation of Christ Followers. Average weekend worship of 250 in-person, 125 online, and stream our service to a nearby community. We offer three unique worship services each weekend and strive to meet people wherever they are spiritually and help them develop a relationship with Jesus Christ. Check us out: www.firstchurchnp.com
Overall Responsibility:
Leading a team of volunteers by developing, organizing, and supervising the Children’s Ministry (Pre-5th grades) to help the next generation become disciples of Jesus Christ. The goal is to lead our leaders in growing a healthy, relational, and outward focused ministry. This person will oversee our Wednesday night ministry and special events including Vacation Bible School and Trunk or Treat.
Essential Job Functions:
Research, recommend, and implement a Bible-based curriculum in consultation with a ministry team.
Recruit, train, equip, and develop leaders and volunteers to serve in Student and Children’s Ministries.
Develop and coordinate ministries that incorporate small groups, large groups, and service projects for children and their families.
Coordinate with staff and other ministry leaders to promote and advocate for children to attend and participate in worship.
Plan, promote, recruit volunteers, and help coordinate a safe, engaging, and community-friendly Vacation Bible School each summer.
Monitor and ensure all volunteers have a current Safe Gatherings Certificate on file.
Coordinate with other staff in promotion of events.
Consistent presence and leadership in weekly Children's Ministry (Wednesday evenings) and Weekend Worship.
Assist in worship through leading Children's Time, and other worship elements such as announcements, prayer, etc.
Essential Knowledge, Experience, and Education:
Understanding of children's Ministry culture, principles, trends, and programs.
Graduation from an accredited college or university preferred.
Strong leadership and administrative skills.
Ability to be comfortable with and effectively speak to small, medium, and large groups of all ages.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to identify, recruit, develop, and engage leaders passionate in making disciples of Jesus Christ.
Skill in working with individuals to achieve a “teamwork” work environment.
Must have a clear call to children's ministry, and articulate relationship with Christ.
Weekly Staff Meetings and 4-8 office hours a week required. Must be willing to join Church.
Learn More or Apply:
Get to know First Church online at www.firstchurchnp.com
Email Pastor Michael Evans at mike@firstchurchnp.com
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Salary : $22,000 - $27,000