The Director of Children's Ministries oversees and directs the teaching and nurturing of the children of the congregation. Plans, implements, and oversees all church events, programs, and ministries that involve children in the age group of K3 through 5th grade.
Duties and Responsibilites
Programs and activities
- Children’s Sunday School - Recruit and train teachers, select curriculum, provide materials, manage classroom usage, other duties as needed
- Children’s Worship - Recruit and equip workers to provide an educational, child-friendly worship experience for all Sunday morning worship services. either/and/or Children’s Sermons – Provide leadership and supervision for the weekly Children’s sermons.
- Wednesday Evening Children’s Ministry - Lead and coordinate Bible study, and other activities for K3 – 5th
- Vacation Bible School - Supervise and coordinate the planning and implementation of the Vacation Bible school
- Children’s Programming - Plan and oversee programs for children such as the MMC Fall Festival, Spring Fling, Terrific Tuesdays, and Wonderful Wednesdays
- Tweens Ministry (grades 4 & 5) - Recruit leadership, advise on curriculum, and pr0vide general assistance.
- Facilitate programs or comparable programs as Terrific Tuesdays and Wonderful Wednesdays
- Develop a Summer Camp Experience
- Outreach - Coordinate with other local groups for community programs such as, the Mauldin Christmas parade, and other community events
- Work with the Director of MMC Preschool/Kindergarten to develop programs for children enrolled in Preschool and Kindergarten
- Follow and enforce requirements of the Safe Sanctuaries policy
- Provide other services as directed by the Senior Pastor
General
- Meet periodically with, advise and serve as staff liaison to the Children’s Ministry Team
- Attend meetings of the Church Council, and Kindergarten when they are discussing items related to Children’s Ministry.
- Attend weekly staff meetings
- Discharge any other responsibilities not included in this description at the direction of the Senior Pastor
- The Personnel and Office Policy is an integral part of this job description and applies in every detail
Qualifications
- Education – Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Childhood Education or a related field
- Experience – Three to five years of experience in Children’s ministry or related field
- Be committed to the Christian faith and the theology of Mauldin Methodist Church
- Possess a sincere call to children's church ministry and a passion to help children grow spiritually
- Possess strong interpersonal, managerial, and organizational skills
- Be a self-starter and be willing to work with fellow members of the MMU staff
- Computer skills necessary for duties
Working conditions
The Director of Children’s Ministries is required to have regular office hours during the work week. In addition, he/she must be willing to work evenings and weekends on a regular basis.
Serve as a mandated reporter in accordance with MMC's Safe Sanctuary policy.
Physical requirements
While this job is not physically demanding, mobility is important.
Must be able to lift 35# and commit to teaming with another person when heavier lifting is required.
Email cover letter and resume to: admin@mauldinmethodist.com.
