Position Summary: The Director of Children and Youth Ministries cultivates a Christ-centered environment rooted in United Methodist theology that nurtures faith development for children, youth, and their families. This role is vital to fostering spiritual growth across all generations while cultivating meaningful partnerships with organizations throughout our local community.

Core Responsibilities:

Administrative & Leadership Duties

• Facilitate leadership within the Christian Education Committee and work collaboratively with staff and ministry teams
• Manage education and ministry budgets in collaboration with church finance staff
• Ensure all ministry environments adhere to child protection and safety policies
• Oversee youth programs, special events, and holiday functions

Worship

• Collaborate with clergy and staff to design inclusive worship opportunities for children and youth
• Encourage student leadership in worship services (e.g. scripture readings, worship teams)
• Integrate faith practices into all programming to foster a spirit of worship and reverence

Fellowship & Relationships

• Develop strong relationships with children, youth, and families
• Facilitate cross-generational programs and events that foster unity and shared faith experiences
• Support senior adult ministry through intergenerational connection and care

Outreach & Community Engagement

• Represent the church in partnerships with local schools, nonprofits, and faith-based organizations
• Organize family-friendly outreach opportunities and seasonal community events (e.g., VBS, Trunk-or-Treat, Christmas programs)
• Equip youth to serve the church and community through mission, outreach, and leadership

Care & Service

• Create programs that meet the needs of young families, including weekday support, parenting resources, and community connection
• Provide spiritual and pastoral support for youth and families navigating life challenges

Discipleship & Education

• Provide leadership for Christian education across all age levels, including Sunday School, youth group, and adult education oversight
• Develop an engaging, age-appropriate discipleship pathway from childhood through adolescence
• Coordinate curriculum selection and implementation rooted in Wesleyan theology
• Mentor and support youth in exploring vocational ministry and deepening their personal faith

Qualifications

• Committed relationship with Jesus Christ and a calling to ministry within the local church
• Theological alignment with United Methodist Church values and doctrines
• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Demonstrated experience in Christian education, a ministry role, or related church-based programming.
• Exceptional communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrates a growth mindset with a commitment to continuous learning, adaptability, and embracing challenges as opportunities
• A collaborative spirit, with the ability to motivate and mentor both youth and adults
• Must be available to work Sunday mornings regularly, as well as evenings and weekends as needed
• Must pass a background check to adhere to child protection and safety policies

Application Instructions

Candidates are invited to submit a resume and a letter of interest outlining their qualifications and vision for ministry. Review of applications will begin August 1st and continue until the position is filled