Children’s Ministry Intern – Part-time Internship

Oak Grove Baptist Church
2106 Churchville Rd, Bel Air MD  21015
410-838-9898
[email protected] ~

Job Description: Children’s Ministry Intern – Part-time

Role: Oak Grove Baptist Church is a vibrant and growing congregation located in Bel Air, MD.  Our mission is to celebrate the greatness of God, to learn more about Him, and to better understand His design for our lives.  We are actively seeking a part-time Children’s Minister.  This position is instrumental to the continued growth of our church’s ministries by providing leadership, development and oversight of programs serving children (birth through 5th grade) and their families. 

The Children’s Minister will serve in a part-time capacity (10-15 hours per week) under the leadership of the Lead Pastor and with the assistance of the Children’s Ministry Team.  Compensation is $13,000 annually.  If interested, please email resume to [email protected].

Key responsibilities:

Plan, coordinate and oversee all aspects of the children’s ministry including, but not limited to Sunday school, Wednesday night activities, Vacation Bible School, Trunk or Treat, and other events
Engage children and their families in meaningful, Christ-centered programs and activities tailored to each age group
Recruit, train and schedule children’s ministry partners
Maintain a current list of ministry partners with contact information
Work with office to confirm background check records are completed for children’s ministry partners
Maintain an on-going record of attendance for children and ministry partners 
Establish and maintain an informative and welcoming relationship with children’s parents
Organize classrooms and facilitate the cleaning and sanitizing of toys / items to ensure their safety and cleanliness
Report repair and maintenance needs to appropriate personnel
Communicate and administer the church’s approved policies and procedures for the safety and security of our children.
Communicate with church leaders and the congregation regarding the purpose, value, and procedures of Children’s Ministry.
Qualifications:

Qualify as cited in 1 Timothy 2:12 and 3:2
A strong personal relationship with Christ and a commitment to living out a Christ-centered life
Bachelor’s degree in ministry, Education, or a related field is preferred
Experience in children’s ministry or related leadership roles within a church setting preferred
Be or become a member of Oak Grove Baptist Church or be a member in good standing of a Southern Baptist Church.
A compassionate and empathetic heart, with a genuine desire to minister to children and families
A “self-starter”, highly organized with a gift for administration and socialization
Must pass a background check