Children's Pastor

Job Opening: Children’s Pastor

Location: Encounter Church

Wildwood, FL 34785

Position Type: Full-Time

Pay: Competitive

About Encounter Church:

Encounter Church is a place for people to encounter Christ and transform their lives. We are a vibrant, growing community of believers passionate about reaching the next generation with the love of Jesus. We are currently seeking a dynamic and dedicated Children’s Pastor to join our team and lead our children’s ministry with creativity, compassion, and a heart for discipleship. The person called to be with us will have the opportunity to pastor in a brand-new building in a growing church in a thriving community.

Position Summary:

The Children’s Pastor will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of our children’s ministry (birth through 5th grade). This includes creating a safe, engaging, and spiritually enriching environment for 100+ children to learn about Jesus, equipping volunteers, partnering with parents, and aligning with the overall vision and mission of Encounter Church.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and develop a comprehensive children’s ministry program of 100+ kids for multiple Sunday services, midweek activities, and all special events.

• Recruit, train, and lead a team of volunteers and leaders for multiple services and events.

• Create a safe, welcoming, and age-appropriate environment for children to encounter God.

• Maintain a strategy for reaching and assimilating new children and families.

• Select or develop curriculum that is biblically sound, engaging, and. relevant.

• Manage ministry budget and resources effectively.

• Ensure all volunteers comply with child safety and background check protocols.

• Collaborate with church staff and leadership to support church-wide initiatives and events. • Partner with parents to support spiritual growth at home.

• Partner with local schools to build relationship in our community.

• Partner with Encounter Daycare to bridge the daycare to Encounter Kidz Church. i.e. chapel services.

• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• A growing relationship with Jesus Christ and a passion for ministering to children and families.

• Previous experience in children’s ministry or a similar role.

• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

• Ability to lead and inspire volunteers and staff.

• Degree in ministry, education, or a related field (preferred, but not required).

• Alignment with the vision, values, and statement of faith of Encounter Church.

• Valid Driver’s License

To Apply:

Please send your resume, a cover letter outlining your ministry philosophy, and references to businessencounterchurchfl@gmail.com.

Encounter Church is a place for people to encounter Christ and transform their lives. We are a vibrant, growing community of believers passionate about reaching the next generation with the love of Jesus. We are currently seeking a dynamic and dedicated Children’s Pastor to join our team and lead our children’s ministry with creativity, compassion, and a heart for discipleship. The person called to be with us will have the opportunity to pastor in a brand-new building in a growing church in a thriving community.