Kids Ministry Director

Kids Director - Forsyth

The Kids Director at Local Church plays a pivotal role in crafting and executing the vision and strategy for the Local Church Kids Ministry. You will empower and equip the Kids Ministry staff while innovatively and strategically developing programs that fulfill our vision: to create a safe and nurturing environment where children can grow in their love for Jesus and the church.

Key Roles

Vision:

• Continually reaching for excellence, ensuring Local Kids programming, environments, and experiences are a reflection of the Local Church mission and vision
• Grow campus attendance by executing a strategy that draws in families into the church through Local Kids ministry
• Implementing effective systems and processes for Local Kids ensuring a safe and welcoming experience for kids and families
• Develop and shepherd the Elementary and Preschool Coordinators guiding their achievement of key success measures, including but not limited to recruiting and retaining volunteer teams, building a volunteer leadership team that fits within our team structure, creating thriving environments, and fostering a healthy Kid Faith program
• Be a model for those who attend Local Church by being an example of personal integrity, discipleship, and evangelism

Kids and Parents:

• Engage and collaborate with parents
• Provide pastoral support for parents and kids
• Intentional connection with parents in the lobby on Sundays
• Lead Kids Ministry milestone events, including, but not limited to: Child Dedication, Kids Baptism, 5th Grade Promotion, Move Up Sunday
• Create a presence of Local Kids Ministry in the community (ex) school partnerships, community events, etc. in collaboration with Serve Day leadership

Staff Development:

• Lead and develop the Elementary and Early Childhood Coordinator so that they are operating in their strengths and being most effective in their roles on the Local Kids team
• Ensure you are attending a Local Church service regularly while ensuring Kids Ministry environments are safely managed

Profile:

Culture Fit:

• Theologically in agreement with the statement of faith and ministry philosophy of Local Church
• A growing personal relationship with Christ
• Aligns with our staff and church values
• Has a passion for investing in the lives of churched and unchurched kids and families
• Hungry, humble, and smart

Leadership Fit:

• Passionate about sharing Local Kids ministry vision with families in the church, people in the community, and volunteers
• Able to build a team that leads and executes Local Kids ministry by inspiring others to serve in Local Kids
• Driven to reach kids who do not know Christ by being relevant and providing a great space for them to connect with other kids and leaders
• An advocate for connecting with parents and equipping them to be the leader of their child’s spiritual development
• A strong communicator who listens well
• A proven project manager with strong attention to details and administrative skills
• A team player and team builder who focuses on the good of the entire organization

Reports to:

Next Gen Pastor

Working at Local Church is more than just a job. It’s a community that’s all about emulating Jesus and supporting each other as everyone navigates their unique faith journeys. This isn’t just a place to clock in and out; it’s a calling that invites you to be part of something bigger.

Under the leadership of Pastor Brian Haas, Local Church fosters a welcoming and vibrant atmosphere that goes beyond Sundays. Here, you can genuinely experience what it means to worship together and build real relationships with others who are eager to grow closer to Jesus. The focus on inspiring Biblical teaching, engaging with the local community, and fostering authentic worship creates an environment where you can make a real impact while helping others take their next steps in faith.

If you want to be part of a dynamic church family that’s making a difference, Local Church is the place to be!