Job Board

Children’s Ministry Director (Full-Time)

Church of the Beloved (www.cotbeloved.org) is a gospel-centered, mission-focused, church in the Seattle area, that has a heart to reach our community and the next generation with the gospel of Jesus Christ.  We are currently looking to hire a full-time staff member to lead our Children’s Ministry, who has a heart and calling to serve the next generation of children to know and love God.

Responsibilities include:

Oversee all aspects of Children’s Ministry, in line with our church vision, mission and core values, including:

Teaching responsibilities:

• Prepare for and lead children’s worship on Sundays, including giving a message for the children.
• Organize Sunday schools classes based on age/grade.
• Recruit for and provide the training and curriculum needed for volunteers to lead the classes.
• Partner with parents so they can continue to teach their children throughout the week.
• Prepare for and lead VBS annually and/or a children’s retreat as needed.

Shepherding responsibilities:

• Build strong relationships with the children and their parents through…
  • Visitations to get to know and connect with the children and parents
  • Lead a life group for upper elementary students
  • Occasionally go to special functions for the children
• Be available when needed for support and prayer including:
  • Hospital visits
  • Special occasions (eg. births, graduations…)

Admin responsibilities:

• Handle all the admin duties needed to carry out the ministry
• Provide vision, organization, and structure for the children’s ministry

Team Ministry responsibilities:

• Work within a team setting and under the direction of the lead pastor
• Participate in weekly staff meetings (Tuesday mornings)
• Participate in monthly leadership meetings
• Participate in the annual leadership retreat
• Collaborate with staff for special events and services (eg. Easter, retreats…)

Qualifications:

• Has a clear calling and vision for Children’s Ministry.
• Exhibits spiritual and emotional maturity.
• Works well in team settings- is humble and servant-hearted.
• Has excellent communication, organizational, and planning skills.
• Bachelor’s degree is required.
• Master’s degree from a seminary is preferred but not required.

Compensation and Benefits:

• $50,000-62,000- dependent on experience and education
• Health insurance
• Continuing education expenses
• Ministry expenses