Next Gen - Kids Ministry Director

Job Title: Next Gen - Kids Ministry Director

Location: Mt. Zion Church

Job Type: Full-Time Salary ($54,000-$60,000)

Reports To: Director of Ministries

Direct Reports: Children’s Ministry Staff and Volunteers

Position Overview

The Kids Ministry Director provides leadership, vision, and oversight for all children’s

programming from Nursery through 5th Grade. This full-time role ensures a safe,

engaging, and spiritually enriching environment where children can encounter God’s

love and grow in their faith. The Director is responsible for developing long-term

strategies, building and equipping teams, partnering with families, and executing

impactful weekly programs and special events.

The ideal candidate is a visionary leader with a pastor’s heart, strong organizational

skills, and the ability to create fun, meaningful, and faith-forming experiences for

children and their families.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Ministry Development

● Develop and implement the vision for Kids Ministry in alignment with the church’s

mission and values.

● Recruit, train, equip, and motivate a large volunteer team to serve in weekly

services, midweek programming, VBS, and special events.

● Supervise Children’s Ministry staff and volunteers, providing coaching,

accountability, and support.

● Cultivate a healthy, prayerful, and fun team culture marked by encouragement,

excellence, and servant leadership.

● Manage the Kids Ministry budget and steward resources responsibly.

Programming & Curriculum

● Coordinate engaging, age-appropriate Sunday and midweek programming for

Nursery–5th Grade.

● Select, adapt, implement, or create a biblically sound curriculum that helps

children grow in their understanding of God.

● Create high-energy, meaningful large group experiences and relational small

group environments.

● Design ministry spaces that are safe, creative, and welcoming for children and

families.

Event Planning & Special Initiatives

● Lead the planning and execution of major annual events such as Kids Camp,

Easter, Harvest/Family Events, and Christmas celebrations.

● Provide childcare support for churchwide events as needed.

● Partner with other ministry leaders (Youth, Worship, NextGen) for integrated

events and programs.

Family Engagement & Communication

● Build strong relationships with parents, equipping them as the primary spiritual

leaders of their children.

● Communicate regularly with families about programming, policies, and spiritual

growth opportunities.

● Collaborate with other church staff to ensure alignment and cross-ministry

support.

● Provide pastoral and spiritual care to kids and families.

Safety & Operations

● Establish and uphold safety and security protocols, including check-in/check-out

systems, emergency procedures, and adherence to Safe Ministry Policy.

● Maintain accurate records (attendance, incidents, volunteer schedules, budgets).

● Ensure ministry spaces are safe, clean, and fully stocked with necessary

supplies.

Qualifications

● Strong personal relationship with Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior

● Passionate about children’s ministry and seeing families grow in their faith.

● 5–7 years of leadership experience in children’s ministry or related fields.

● Bachelor’s Degree in Children’s Ministry, Christian Education, or related field (or

equivalent experience).

● Proven ability to build and lead volunteer teams.

● Knowledge of child development principles, safety protocols, and best practices

for children’s programming.

● Experience managing budgets, programs, and multiple ministry projects.

Skills & Attributes

● Strong organizational and administrative skills; able to manage multiple projects

in a fast-paced environment.

● Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

● Proficiency with social media, digital tools, and church management systems.

● Visionary leadership that can develop long-term strategies and inspire teams

toward growth.

● Creative and innovative in designing engaging, age-appropriate programming.

● Team-builder who recruits, equips, and celebrates volunteers while fostering a

positive ministry culture.

● Responsible and proactive by being organized, reliable, and driven to achieve

ministry goals.

● Effective communicator who connects well with children, families, volunteers, and

staff.

Working Conditions:

● This full-time role requires availability on Sundays, mid-week evening

programming, and flexibility for special events and seasonal programs.

● Some physical activity, including setting up spaces and interacting with children,

is required.

● Fulfill 40 hours per week across 5 workdays, including Sundays and one

midweek evening and office hours Tuesday-Thursday.

● Be present for all major Kids Ministry events and programs.

● Flex hours during event weeks to ensure balance of workload and availability.

Onboarding and Support:

● Training and support from the Director of Ministry.

● Regular check-ins will be scheduled to ensure the resources and guidance

needed to succeed.

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform

other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing mission of the church.