What are the responsibilities and job description for the Children's Ministry Director position at Cornwall Church?
POSITION
Job Title: Explorer’s League Director (Skagit Campus)
Position Hours: 16-20 hours
Campus Report: Skagit Campus Pastor
Department Report: Bellingham Campus Children’s Pastor
DESCRIPTION
This position is responsible for directing and developing our children's ministry (Explorer’s League) at our Skagit Campus, partnering with families to inspire children to develop a lifelong relationship with Jesus, helping nurture, train and teach children to love Him. This position oversees birth-5th grade. It also oversees Explorer’s League volunteers, making sure to cultivate healthy engagement amongst these volunteers. The Explorer’s League Director will be responsible for implementing the strategy of Explorer's League, while tailoring the ministry to the specific needs of the Skagit Campus.
SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL POSITION FUNCTIONS
· Ensure Explorers League consistently reflects the ministry’s mission: “Helping families to help kids to find and follow Jesus”
· Lead, oversee and coordinate Explorer’s League weekend services
o Schedule volunteers
o Ensure the current program meets the needs of children, families and volunteers
o Implement changes as needed
o Fill-in where needed
· Implement and contribute to the Explorer’s League strategy of Cornwall Church
o Recruit, lead, inspire and train volunteers to help create a safe place for children to learn about and develop a relationship with Jesus
o Partner with parents/guardian/families on the journey of being a Christ follower
o Reflect on curriculum needs for Skagit, and communicate adjustments to the Bellingham team
· Oversee the safety and appearance of rooms, equipment and supplies
o Oversee ordering supplies
o Look for, and solve, safety issues
o Maintain an up-to-date safety plan
o Oversee appearance of Explorer’s League rooms, including storage areas
· Attend meetings and trainings at Cornwall Bellingham Campus (2x a month)
o Meet with Children’s Pastor (weekly), Explorer’s League Director and Explorer’s League Team at various times to pray, encourage and evaluate, as well as discuss ministry successes, concerns, volunteers, strategy, prep work, receiving supplies, etc.
§ Complete any and all assignments given during meetings
o Attend Cornwall All-Staff (monthly), Staff Prayer (monthly), Leadership Development, trainings and team building (unless prior approval not to attend)
o Be in full agreement with Cornwall Church’s mission statement and strategy
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
· Relationship with God has to be first and prayer a priority
· Integrity
· Heart and passion for children and families
· Team player
· Strong ability to lead volunteer leaders and volunteer teams
· Experience managing staff, setting and implementing goals and driving expectations
· Positive attitude
· Passion for reaching the un-churched
· Understanding of current cultural influences on children
· Strong relational and team building skills
· Strong communication and organizational skills
CORNWALL STAFF EXPECTATIONS
· Come & See – Attend weekend service
· Community – Lead or be in a small group
· Go & Be – Serve inside or outside the church
· Growth – Spiritual and leadership
· Tithe – 10% to Cornwall
Job Type: Part-time
Expected hours: 16 – 20 per week
Experience:
- Leadership: 1 year (Required)
- Experience with children: 1 year (Required)
- Communication skills: 1 year (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Mount Vernon, WA 98273 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Mount Vernon, WA 98273: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person