Kids Ministry Pastor

Job Title

Children’s Ministry Pastor

Church Overview

Paradigm Community is a Christ-centered Christian church located in San Clemente, California. We are a close-knit congregation committed to biblical teaching, spiritual formation, and serving families in our local community. We are unique in many ways and are willing to try new things to reach our world, but we are committed to partnering with parents to disciple children and help them grow in a lifelong relationship with Jesus Christ.

Position Summary

The Children’s Ministry Pastor is responsible for providing spiritual leadership, pastoral care, and administrative oversight for all children’s ministry programs (typically birth through 5th or 6th grade). This role focuses on creating a safe, fun, engaging, and biblically grounded environment where children can encounter Jesus, grow in faith, and feel connected to the church community.

This position is starting at 20-30 hours.

Key Responsibilities

Spiritual Leadership & Discipleship

• Develop and lead a Christ-centered children’s ministry aligned with the church’s mission, vision, and theological convictions
• Teach or oversee age-appropriate biblical teaching that is engaging, doctrinally sound, and relevant
• Pray regularly for the children, families, volunteers, and ministry leaders
• Provide pastoral care and spiritual support to children and their families as needed

Program Development & Oversight

• Plan, organize, and oversee weekly children’s ministry programming (e.g., Sunday services, midweek programs if applicable)
• Coordinate special events to build community among kids and families
• Ensure a welcoming, safe, and well-organized ministry environment

Volunteer Leadership & Training

• Recruit, train, equip, and support volunteers for children’s ministry
• Foster a healthy, joyful, and spiritually growing volunteer team culture
• Schedule volunteers and ensure adequate coverage for all programs

Family & Church Partnership

• Partner with parents to support spiritual formation in the home
• Communicate regularly with families regarding curriculum, events, and children’s spiritual development
• Collaborate with church staff and leadership to integrate children’s ministry into the broader life of the church

Administration & Safety

• Maintain clear policies and procedures related to child safety, check-in/check-out, and background checks
• Manage ministry budgets and resources responsibly
• Ensure compliance with church policies and applicable California child safety requirements

Qualifications

Required

• A committed and growing personal relationship with Jesus Christ
• Agreement with the church’s beliefs and values
• Demonstrated passion for children’s ministry and family discipleship
• Experience leading or serving in children’s ministry
• Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills

Preferred

• Formal theological training, ministry degree, or equivalent experience
• Prior pastoral or ministry leadership experience
• Experience working in a small-church or volunteer-driven environment

Personal Characteristics

• Spiritually mature, humble, and servant-hearted
• Vision, future orientated to build and grow the ministry
• Energetic, approachable, and relational with children and adults
• Organized, dependable, and self-motivated
• Creative out of the box thinker, able to work with limited facilities
• Able to work collaboratively with staff, volunteers, and church leadership

Work Schedule & Compensation

• Schedule includes Sundays and additional hours for preparation, meetings, and special events
• Compensation is commensurate with experience and church size

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter to Jared Powell at jrdpwl@gmail.com.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $40,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year

Expected hours: 20 – 30 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Work Location: In person

Salary : $40,000 - $50,000