Skidaway Island Methodist Church is located on a beautiful, barrier island near Savannah, Georgia. This vibrant congregation is growing and expanding ministries to children, youth and families. The church is seeking a Family and Education Director with experience in children and/or youth ministry to lead the family ministry department, supervise current children and youth ministry staff, and create a vision for continued growth. The church is seeking a seasoned individual ready for the next step in his or her ministry career. Strong salary package.
The Family and Education Director will:
- Institute programming and education to ensure the spiritual growth and development of families, children, and youth.
- Provide oversight and vision for Children’s and Youth programs in all aspects and develop new programming and ministry opportunities for families to grow and strengthen.
- Participate and contribute as an active member of Skidaway Island Methodist Church and work to further the church’s ministries to our families and expand the mission and outreach to families in the community.
Primary Responsibilities
- Supervise Children’s Director and Youth Director to create cohesion and an overarching plan for ministry to children and youth.
- Oversight will include vision planning, goal setting and mentoring, as well as involvement with job/performance review and budget oversight.
- Collaborate with the Children’s Director to implement Children’s Church age-level curriculum and programming and lead/teach as needed in Children’s Church.
- Collaborate with the Children’s Director to offer mission opportunities for our children to engage in service to others.
- Work with the Children’s Director in planning and implementing special occasions, seasonal events, and summer camp opportunities. Provide leadership as needed in all aspects of Children’s Ministry.
- Collaborate with Youth Director to create and oversee youth curriculum and programs for Middle School and High School
- Co-create and oversee Youth Sunday Night Worship, Fellowship and Small Group programs
- Collaborate with Youth Director on Confirmation Ministry, bi-annual retreats, mission opportunities/trips, etc.
- Develop and oversee a comprehensive Family Ministry program to deepen relationships in the home and to provide connectional opportunities for families to interact with one another.
- Coordinate regular Fellowship Events for the whole family.
- Coordinate regular opportunities for families to engage with hands-on service projects.
- Provide resources for families to deepen their faith in the home by offering devotional material, video resources, guest speakers, etc.
- Assist Children’s and Youth Directors in Volunteer Recruitment and Training.
- Seek out and implement impactful ways to be a presence and representation of SIMC in the greater Skidaway and Savannah community and connect with the Children, Youth, and families outside of the Church walls by attending sporting events, concerts, and special occasions for our children, youth and families.
Education & Experience Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in ministry or education
- Proven ability to lead a department
- 3-5 years experience in ministry with children, youth, and families
Skills and Qualifications:
- Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
- Effective communication skills with children, youth, and their parents
- Demonstrated ability to develop and manage a team of leaders, be a team player, develop and oversee a budget, and coordinate with church staff to achieve the mission of the church
- Strong technology proficiency and social media skills
- Growing relationship with Jesus
- Emotional maturity
- Good interpersonal communication skills
- Passion for reaching families and their children
What it's Like to Live in Skidaway Island, GA:
Beautiful Skidaway Island, located on the coast of Georgia, provides a natural island setting with Live Oaks and Spanish Moss surrounded by salt marsh. Residents of the island include very active retirees and a steadily increasing number of young professional families. The island provides mild weather for year-round activities.
Life on Skidaway Island offers a secluded paradise feel, perfect for those who enjoy a tranquil, low-density suburban environment. The island boasts beautiful scenery with walking trails, beaches, and even a state park. Housing options range from spacious neighborhoods to luxurious communities like The Landings, known for its golf courses, marinas, and upscale amenities.
Just across the Moon River is the city of Savannah, which is full of culture and history. Savannah provides abundant opportunities for shopping and restaurants.
