Children’s Ministry Director Full Time

Children’s Ministry Director

Our church, First Baptist Church Somerville, TN is prayerfully seeking a caring, dependable, and spiritually mature Children’s Ministry Director to lead and to continue to grow our ministry to children and their families. This person will help maintain and continue development of a safe, welcoming, and Christ-centered environment where children ages birth through sixth grade can learn about God and His Word, become devoted followers of Jesus Christ, and build friendships.

Key Responsibilities
·         Plan, coordinate, and oversee children’s ministry programs, including Sunday mornings, Wednesday evenings, mission opportunities and special events.

·         Recruit, train, schedule, and encourage volunteers who serve with children.

·         Select or develop age-appropriate, curriculum and activities working with the Nursery and Children’s ministry committees.

·         Maintain a safe, clean, and organized ministry environment for all children.

·         Communicate regularly with parents, volunteers, church staff, and leadership.

·         Support outreach opportunities that help families feel connected to the church.

·         Support FBC children in their activities beyond the church by attending school and extracurricular events.

·         Assist in the development and oversight of the Nursery and Children’s Ministry budgets.

·         Seek to integrate Children’s ministry into all phases of church life.

·         Attend worship services, Sunday School and discipleship events, Wednesday evening Children’s Ministry activities and weekly staff meetings.

 

Qualifications
·         A clear commitment to Jesus Christ and the mission of the church.

·         A heart for children and families, with the ability to teach and lead. with patience and joy.

·         Experience working with children in a church, school, childcare, or ministry setting.

·         Experience in a leadership role

·         Strong communication, planning, organization, and teamwork skills.