Director of Children’s Ministries

Summary:

The Director of Children’s Ministries is a part-time position (20 hours per week) responsible for leading our children’s program. This person will also participate as a member of the staff team to vision and strategically plan for the future of the church and develop disciples for Jesus.

Primary Responsibilities in Children’s Ministries:

• Strategically plan and oversee children’s ministry program for ages ranging from infancy through fifth grade, aligning it with our church’s mission and values.
• Manage all the aspects of a children’s program operation – registration, curriculum, schedule, materials, facilities, database, budget, volunteers/paid staff.
• Manage Safety and Risk training for CM leaders
• Recruit, train and support adult volunteers – conduct appropriate background checks and implement safety procedures.
• Connect with and offer support to parents to encourage them into our vision for raising up children in the gospel of Jesus Christ.
• Foster a culture that is intentionally intergenerational and multicultural, with a focus on leading families and children toward a thriving relationship with God.

Minimum Job Requirements:

• Previous pastoral experience or significant lay leadership experience is required.
•  Able to lead independently but also work well on a team.
• Strong organizational skills, detail-oriented, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Spiritual maturity: broad knowledge of the scriptures, an active prayer life, and an understanding and experience of the ministry of the Holy Spirit.
• Experiential knowledge of the Association of Vineyard Churches, it’s core values and ministry philosophy.  As a member of the staff team, you will need to show that you are in agreement with its theology and practice.

To apply, send your resume and cover letter to Julie Young,