Children's Ministry Director

Purpose

Direct CrossRoad Church children’s ministry for children through 5th grade. Maintain existing programs and develop new programs to teach the faith. Actively recruit and manage a volunteer staff from among existing church members.

Education, Skills, & Experience

·           Prior experience recruiting and managing non-paid volunteers in a church, non-profit or similar organization.

·           Enjoy working with children and adults in a team environment.

·           Exceptional oral and written communication and organizational skills.

·           Prior experience in children’s ministry in a church setting preferred.

·           Degree in elementary education or related field preferred.

Duties & Responsibilities

·           Profess Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior and practice a Christian lifestyle.

·           Manage existing children’s programs (e.g. Sunday School, Vacation Bible School, Children’s Summer Programs, etc.) and develop new initiatives designed to create a safe, welcoming environment for children to experience the love of God and to build relationships with others.

·           Implement the recruiting, training, tracking, and evaluation of the children’s ministry volunteer team. Ensure all Child Protection Policy guidelines are followed for all volunteers.

·           Maintain open lines of communication with children’s ministry families, church community, and other ministries through publicity, presentations, announcements, newsletters, electronic reminders, events, and intergenerational activities.

 ·           Support parents in the spiritual development of their children. Assist parents to connect with other families within the church.

 ·           Work with church staff to incorporate children’s ministry into the overall life of the church.

 ·           Prepare annual budget related to children’s ministry and manage expenditures throughout the budget year. 

·           Assist volunteer leaders of the special needs class. 

·           Manage activities of the Nursery Director. 

·           Participate in annual relevant and approved continuing education.

Reporting Structure & Classification

·           Reports directly to Senior Pastor

·           Supervises Nursery Director and Volunteers