LS Kids, the kids ministry of Lake Springs Church, provides safe, age appropriate learning and connection opportunities for kids from birth to 5th grade. During Sunday worship services, ministry for kids is provided and executed by a large base of volunteers led by the LS Kids Director.
The LS Kids Director will work with the Lead Pastor to accomplish the mission of Lake Springs Church to help children and families to be with Jesus, become like Jesus, and do what Jesus did. They will also be responsible for the specific goals related to a successful LS Kids ministry.
You are:
- Dedicated to your own ongoing relationship with Jesus, striving to increase your devotion and passion for Christ.
- Able to create a safe environment for children to learn that serves the varying needs of children from different backgrounds.
- Able to recruit, train, and retain a team of volunteers that lead and execute LS Kids ministry.
- Driven to reach kids who do not know Christ by 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 with a servant-leader mindset.
You will:
- Be a model for those who attend Lake Springs Church by being an example of personal integrity, discipleship, and evangelism.
- Prioritize safety and hospitality in LS Kids by abiding by and enforcing safety procedures and creating a hospitable environment where kids from all backgrounds can feel welcome and able to learn about Jesus.
- Be the lead point person for all things related to LS Kids.
- Lead LS Kids on Sunday mornings personally or appointing a lead on Sunday mornings.
- Schedule volunteers and manage schedule changes to fill positions on Sunday mornings to ensure that all classrooms are appropriately staffed.
- Recruit, lead, and develop teams of volunteers so that they are operating in their strengths and being most effective in their roles on the LS Kids team.
- Create effective ways to engage families in the community.
- Minister to the families by helping address personal needs of families or communicating known needs to church leadership to address (new children, financial struggles, life changes, etc.)
- Be engaged in the community of Lake Springs Church by regular Sunday attendance and engagement in groups.
Specifics:
- Reports to: Lead Pastor
- 25 hours/week