Family and Children’s Ministry Director

Faith Covenant is a mid-sized church (100–150 weekly attendance) with a heart for Christ,

community, and the next generation. We’re seeking a Family and Children’s Ministry (FCM)

Director to be responsible for the oversight and leadership of the children’s ministry programs.

This role provides direction and guidance to program development, coordination,

implementation and direction to staff and volunteers who are committed to shepherding

children, birth through fifth grade along with their families. The FCM Director is a servant leader

who has a heart for young families and loves children and wants to help them develop their own

personal relationship with God.

This role isn’t just about maintaining programs — it’s about building something vital: a ministry

that nurtures faith at home and equips parents. In addition to internal ministry, the FCM Director

will help lead the church in deepening our connection with the surrounding community—building

bridges with local families, schools, and neighborhoods so that we increasingly reflect and serve

the people around us. Candidates should have experience in attracting and nurturing new

families, as evidenced by increasing the number of families participating in this ministry. As the

ministry grows, additional hours may be added to the director role.

Responsibilities include:

● Develop and oversee all aspects of the children’s ministry (nursery through

elementary), including Sunday school, children’s church, and midweek programs

● Create and implement a vision and programming for family ministry that supports

and equips parents as the primary spiritual leaders of their homes

● Build relationships with children and families to foster community and encourage

regular participation

● Collaborate with pastoral staff and church leadership to integrate children and family

ministries into the overall mission of the church

● Recruit, train, and schedule volunteers for all children’s and family ministry programs

● Plan and lead special events such as Vacation Bible School, holiday programs, family

fun nights, and outreach events

● Select and manage curriculum that aligns with the church’s theology and engages

children in age-appropriate spiritual development

● Promote ministry programs through church communications, including bulletins,

website, email, and social media

● Ensure a safe and welcoming environment by maintaining child protection policies,

background checks, and safety procedures

● Monitor and manage the ministry budget, including resources, supplies, and event

planning costs

● Attend regular staff meetings

● Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

● Passion for nurturing the spiritual growth of children and families within a Christ-centered

environment

● Strong leadership and organizational skills, with experience recruiting and training a

team of volunteers

● Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities to connect with children, parents,

and church staff

● Ability to plan and lead engaging events, Bible studies, and outreach activities for

children and families

● Understanding of child development and age-appropriate faith formation strategies

● A heart for ministry and a commitment to fostering a welcoming, safe, and inclusive

environment

● Willingness to collaborate with pastoral staff and church leadership to align ministry

goals with the church’s mission

● Strong computer and social media skills

● Prior experience with children’s programming in a church setting is a plus

Accountability: This position is responsible to the Lead Pastor and to the church Council.

Employment Terms:

This position is part-time. Flexible hours, competitive compensation based on experience, and

other benefits are negotiable.

Contact: Email cover letter and resume to [email protected]. Please specifically address in

the cover letter why you are interested in this position, why you might be called to Faith

Covenant, and what would make you stand out from other candidates.