DIRECTOR OF CHILDREN’S MINISTRY
at Saxe Gotha Presbyterian Church
JOB DESCRIPTION
PURPOSE
To lead and serve with a talented staff in developing a ministry that nurtures and equips children (from birth through 5th grade) and their families to flourish as disciples of Jesus Christ in the Reformed Tradition.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Work closely with Assistant Pastor – Next Generation Ministry.
- Work closely with Next Generation team of elders and deacons and staff.
- Supervise the work of the Assistant Director of Children’s Ministry and Director of Nurseries and Mother’s Morning Out.
- Nurture spiritual growth and development of children birth through 5th grades.
- Build supportive relationships with parents, children and families.
- Communicate with children, parents and volunteers via post cards, letters, email, phone calls, and social media, as deemed appropriate by church policy.
- Provide educational resources to help equip parents and families as disciple-makers in their own homes.
- Provide compassionate care for children, including hospital and home visits.
- Nurture volunteers, teachers, fellow colleagues, and interns with words, notes, small gifts and remembrances.
- Prepare and manage the budget for the children’s ministry.
- Select, order, and facilitate implementation of curriculum and materials for Sunday School, Wednesday night, Sunday Night, VBS and all other programming with guidance from the associate pastor and Next Generation committee.
- Provide direction, resourcing, and support for Club 45 (4th & 5th grade)
- Recruit, provide comprehensive training, and offer support for volunteers, teachers and summer interns to work with children from birth to 5th grade.
- Submit articles, promotions and updates for publication in the weekly newsletter and elsewhere.
- Plan and implement special seasonal events, including those at Christmas, Easter and spring.
- Plan and direct specific summer programming.
- Plan large group time for elementary SS each week.
- Direct VBS along with Board of Directors and staff support.
- Plan and direct the children’s Wednesday night programs.
- Attend workshops and conferences to continue education, learn current best practices, and nurture your own spiritual growth.
- Network with area directors of children’s ministries.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
ACCOUNTABILITY
Associate Pastor of Next Generation Ministries.
Program Support –Next Generation Ministry Team
PERSONAL QUALIFICATIONS
- Growing and flourishing as a disciple of Jesus Christ.
- Possesses relational skills needed to connect effectively with children and their families.
- Upbeat, energetic and enthusiastic.
- Adheres to healthy boundaries in all areas of life including those between ministry and personal life.
- Physically capable of managing stress and engaging in sustained activity.
PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
- Possesses strong knowledge of the Bible as well as the ability to soundly interpret it and apply it to life.
- Embraces Reformed theology and adheres to the Essential Tenets of the ECO.
- Understands child development and educational theory.
- Possess at B.A. in Christian Ministries or equivalent experience
- Experience preferred.
WORK SCHEDULE
Fulltime (salaried). A flexible schedule is required since this position requires evening and weekend work.
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
This position occasionally works at a venue outside of the Church, so a small amount of overnight travel may be required. A valid SC drivers’ license is required.
