Children's/Assistant Pastor

Church Summary

Sand Springs is a non-reformed, independent Baptist church in beautiful East Texas. We honor God's Word and prioritize the Gospel, and God has blessed us with steady growth. Our multi-generational congregation enjoys a blended worship style—singing both hymns and praise choruses—with an emphasis on Biblical truth. We have a strong outreach culture supporting local and international missions, from church plants & food banks to care for abused women.

Position Overview

The Children's/Assistant Pastor partners with the Lead Pastor to shepherd and equip our church family, with a focus on clear, Gospel-centered teaching and a vibrant, safe children's ministry (birth through 6th grade). This full-time role combines preaching, pastoral care, administrative leadership, and the development of creative, Christ-centered programming for children and families.

Status: Full-Time

Location: Mineola, TX

Compensation: Pay based upon experience and/or education

Spiritual Qualifications

Meets the Biblical qualifications of eldership (1 Timothy 3; Titus 1:6-9) A humble, godly person with integrity and a strong sense of calling Growing and maturing in Christ, faithful in discipleship Passionately desires to glorify God and equip the body of Christ

Key Responsibilities

1. Preaching & Teaching

Prepare to preach and teach Gospel-centered sermons and lessons on short notice Use accurate, contextual exegesis—expository teaching is not exclusive but all instruction must align with Scripture

1. Pastoral Care & Leadership

Assist the Lead Pastor in shepherding, counseling, and discipling members Support administrative duties and select church projects (mission trips / conferences) Remain "on call" for ministry needs, demonstrating approachability and punctuality

1. Children's Ministry Leadership

Oversee age-appropriate Bible lessons for infants – 6th grade on Sundays and mid-week Cultivate a safe, loving environment where children grow in their relationship with Christ Provide pastoral care for children and their families

1. Program & Event Development

Organize, lead & implement a lively, Bible focused children's church service Select and implement curriculum that fosters spiritual formation Organize monthly family-focused activities: Family movie nights Game and craft nights Mini service projects (care packages for neighbors) Plan creative, annual outreach events, ie: Fall Festival Summer Kids Camp Back-to-School Bash Annual Children's Christmas Program (casting, music, costumes, sets, promotion)

1. Safety & Check-In System

Oversee a secure digital check-in/check-out process with badge printing & matching tags Track attendance, allergies, and emergency contacts Enforce volunteer background checks and pickup protocols Conduct annual safety training and policy reviews

1. Volunteer Management

Recruit, train, and mentor volunteers and youth helpers Schedule and rotate classroom leaders quarterly Maintain a substitute roster and provide quarterly orientation and appreciation events

1. Family Engagement

Communicate regularly with parents via meetings and networking Develop discipleship resources & activities for families

1. Administrative Oversight

Manage ministry budget, ordering supplies, and scheduling Keep accurate attendance records, incident reports, and follow-up systems

1. Staff Collaboration

Participate in strategic planning for church family ministry Coordinate with worship, media, administration and pastoral teams

Key Factors for Consideration

Proficiency in teaching and curriculum development Humble character and teachable spirit Friendly, charismatic and approachable disposition Strong organizational and planning skills Team player, open to mentoring by the Lead Pastor Clean personal appearance and punctuality Tactful communicator ready for "on-call" ministry Humble character and teachable spirit (repeat IS intentional)

Qualifications and Skills Requirement Education – Bachelor's degree Experience – 5+ years in children's ministry Skills – Creative programming, team leadership, effective communication traits, Humble, Patient, Joyful, Visionary, Christ-centered, Technology – Familiarity with media & planning tools, digital check-in systems

Application Instructions

Interested candidates should submit the following:

-Resume -Cover Letter with references and any links showcasing one's gifts