Job Overview
About Berean
Berean Baptist Church is a historic and growing congregation in the Creston neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI.
Our vision is clear: to be a gospel-centered, Spirit-empowered movement of God's kingdom flourishing in, with, for, and beyond Creston.
Position Overview
Berean is seeking a part-time Children's Discipleship Coordinator (10–15 hours/week) to help lead ministry to children (birth–5th grade) and support their families.
This leader will create safe, simple, and gospel-centered environments where children can begin to know, love, and follow Jesus, while equipping volunteers and partnering with parents.
This is a supported, team-based role—not a solo ministry.
Job Description
Key Responsibilities
1. Sunday & Ministry Environments
- Coordinate nursery and children's ministry on Sundays
- Ensure safe, welcoming, and well-prepared classrooms
- Implement The Gospel Project curriculum for ages nursery-fifth grade
2. Volunteer Coordination
- Recruit, schedule, and support a team of volunteers
- Provide clear communication and simple training
- Foster a healthy, encouraging team culture
3. Parent Communication
- Communicate regularly with families (updates, schedules, resources)
- Encourage parents in their role as primary disciplers
4. Administration
- Maintain schedules, classroom needs, and basic ministry organization
- Track children's ministry expenses and receipts within approved budget
- Utilize basic digital tools and technology for communication and planning
5. Team Collaboration
- Work with pastoral staff and student ministry to align discipleship across ages
- Participate in occasional church-wide events as needed
Desired Qualifications
1. Calling & Character
- A growing relationship with Jesus marked by humility and integrity
- A heart for children and their spiritual formation
2. Skills & Experience
- Experience working with or teaching children (church, school, or similar setting)
- Ability to organize, communicate, and follow through reliably
- Comfortable using technology (email, planning tools, basic digital systems)
3. Theological Alignment
- Agreement with Berean Baptist Church's doctrinal statement
- Theological or ministry training is a plus, not required
Reporting & Relationships
- Reports to Associate Pastor
- Works alongside staff and volunteers—this role is not expected to carry ministry alone
- Systems, curriculum, and vision are provided; this role focuses on implementation and coordination
Compensation & Hours
- Part-time: approximately 10–15 hours/week.
- Compensation based on experience
- Schedule and expectations clarified during hiring process