Job Overview
The Ethos Children's Ministry Director teaches elementary age children and leads programming and administration of the children's ministry at the church. Candidates must enthusiastically love Jesus, children, and families and have a heart for the city. This is a part-time ministry position for 5-10 hours/week, but could be expanded to include other ministry roles in the church, depending on the candidate's gifts and calling.
Job Description
Responsibilities: Weekly Sunday Program: • Plan and teach (or coordinate volunteers in teaching) weekly elementary (ages 5-12) lesson during the sermon portion of the service. • Review and obtain/maintain curriculum that is biblically sound, engaging, and age-appropriate for elementary (ages 5-12) and preschool / infant class (6 weeks – 4) in collaboration with church leadership • Be the "face" of the ministry to parents and guardians of children. Family Engagement: • Build relationships with families, providing support to help them nurture their children's faith at home • Communicate regularly with parents about weekly curriculum and their child's spiritual development Volunteer Management, Training, and Care: • Recruit, organize, remind, train, and equip volunteers to serve in the elementary / nursery / preschool ministry effectively • Foster a culture of joy and discipleship among volunteer and provide encouragement for them as they serve Administration and Management: • Maintain accurate records, including volunteer schedules and attendance • Ensure the kids' ministry area is welcoming, safe, clean, organized, sufficiently stocked (with volunteer assistance) Collaboration: • Participate in staff meetings, church events, and other activities as required • Participate in teaching annual children's membership / communicants class