Job Overview

Cornerstone is an evangelical, gospel-centered, inter-generational, non-denominational church in the suburbs of Philadelphia. Our mission is: “To glorify God by making as many people as possible fully devoted disciples of Jesus Christ.”
We are seeking to hire a fulltime Children’s Ministry Director/Administrative Assistant to support our team of pastors and elders by equipping parents and volunteers to teach and model the gospel to children.

Personal Qualifications
Be a mature fully devoted disciple of Jesus Christ who seeks to love and serve others, especially children. Possess the gifts and experience necessary for the position. Show a high degree of personal integrity and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Personal Qualifications
  • Be a mature fully devoted disciple of Jesus Christ who seeks to love and serve others, especially children. Possess the gifts and experience necessary for the position. Show a high degree of personal integrity and confidentiality.
• Core Qualifications
  • Ability to recruit, equip, and lead volunteer teams.
  • Ability to teach children God’s word.
  • Work well with staff and under the elders.
  • Previous experience in Children’s Ministry is preferred.
  • Experience leading and organizing a large number of ministry volunteers is preferred.
  • Experience working with children and families affected by disability is desirable.
  • Organization skills and attention to detail
  • Strong computer skills, proficient in Microsoft Office suite
  • Be a member of Cornerstone Church of Skippack in good standing, or be willing to become a member.
  • Must abide by and agree to the following Cornerstone statements:
    • Statement of Faith
    • Statement on Marriage and Sexuality
    • Statement on Divorce and Remarriage

(Copies of these statements can be found at https://skippackchurch.com/jobs )

Job Description

Responsibilities

• Children’s Ministry Responsibilities
  • Oversee Children’s Ministry Programs
    • Oversee all programming and ministry for children, birth – 5th grade, including:
      • during the Life Groups hour (Sunday School before our worship service)
      • Junior Church (During the Worship Service)
      • Summit Kids (Sunday Night)
      • and any future ministry endeavors.
    • Oversee all seasonal and special activities for children, birth – 5th grade. This might include but is not limited to:
      • Sunday night children’s program
      • Easter children’s activities
      • Vacation Bible School
    • Work with Elders to choose and prepare appropriate and effective curriculum for each program and age level.
    • Work with Elders to develop and maintain a plan to equip parents with quality resources.
    • Resolve conflict that arises, serving as an intermediary between parents and teachers/volunteers.
      • Should support be needed in resolving conflict, the Elders are available to assist.
    • Ensure a safe, confidence-inspiring check-in and pick-up process is in place.
    • Follow up on visitors who have children in the children’s ministry.
  • Recruit and Lead Volunteers
    • Recruit and train volunteers to serve as teachers and helpers in Children’s Ministry programs.
      • Develop a plan for ongoing training for Children’s Ministry volunteers, especially teachers.
    • Lead the Children’s Ministry Committee
    • Oversee the schedule for all Children’s Ministry volunteers to ensure that all needed positions are filled.
    • Ensure all volunteers have up to date background checks and clearances; and are kept up to date with all safety protocols (this includes occasional fire drills)
    • Hold at least one volunteer meeting per year to encourage, equip, and receive feedback.
  • Other Children’s Ministry
    • Oversee Children’s Ministry budget.
    • Ensure all parent and child information is up to date.
    • Work with Youth Ministry leader(s) to successfully transition graduating 5th graders into Youth Ministry
    • The Children’s Ministry Director will report to the Family Pastor
• Administration Responsibilities
  • Recurring Tasks
    • Create Sunday bulletin.
    • Manage church calendar.
  • Communications
    • Answer phones and check voicemail.
    • Check and reply to emails (main email)
    • Prepare signup sheets, handouts, and other publications.
    • Create and mail postcards.
  • Other
    • Manage special administrative projects.
    • Manage background checks.