Upper Elementary Minister

Mission

Northside’s mission is to connect unconnected people to Jesus by connecting them to Christ, Community and their Calling.

Position Overview

The Upper Elementary Minister is responsible for overseeing ministry to children from 3rd through 5th grade within the Children’s Ministry. This role involves developing age-appropriate programs, creating a safe and nurturing environment, and fostering the spiritual growth of 3rd through 5th graders. The Upper Elementary Minister will lead, train, and equip a team of volunteers dedicated to supporting the ministry's mission, partnering with families and the Children’s Ministry Pastor to ensure a cohesive, impactful experience for 3rd through 5th graders and their families.

Job Duties

• Program Development and Implementation
  • Develop and implement ministry programs for 3rd through 5th grade children, aligning activities and teachings with Northside’s mission and values.
  • Create engaging, age-appropriate lessons and experiences that foster spiritual growth and community-building among this age group.
  • Collaborate with the Children’s Ministry Pastor to select, adapt, and implement curriculum tailored to the needs of this age group, with the ability to teach when necessary.
• Volunteer Leadership and Training
  • Recruit, train, and equip volunteers to effectively serve in the Upper Elementary area, fostering a supportive and encouraging team environment.
  • Provide clear direction, guidance, and ongoing support to volunteers, inspiring them to engage meaningfully with the children and ministry goals.
  • Establish and maintain a consistent volunteer schedule, ensuring adequate support for all ministry activities.
• Safety and Inclusivity
  • Maintain a secure and inclusive environment where children and parents feel welcome, safe, and able to explore their faith.
  • Implement and uphold health, safety, and security protocols in line with Northside’s policies to protect children and volunteers in all ministry activities.
  • Conduct regular safety training for volunteers, ensuring adherence to best practices for a secure ministry environment.
• Parent and Family Engagement
  • Serve as a resource and support for parents, offering guidance, resources, and encouragement for their child’s spiritual journey.
  • Organize informational sessions or resources to keep parents informed about ministry programs, upcoming events, and ways to reinforce teachings at home.
  • Engage with families to build a supportive, family-focused ministry environment.
• Event Planning and Collaboration
  • Work closely with the Children’s Ministry Team to coordinate ministry-wide events, ensuring alignment with the overall vision and mission of the Children’s Ministry.
• Continuous Improvement and Program Assessment
  • Regularly assess and enhance ministry programs, incorporating feedback from families, volunteers, and church leadership.
  • Identify opportunities for growth and improvement within the ministry and make strategic recommendations to the Children’s Ministry Pastor.
  • Stay updated on best practices and trends in children’s ministry, implementing innovative approaches that enhance the ministry’s impact.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in theology, education, ministry, or a related field is preferred.
• 3 years of experience in a leadership role within children’s ministry, specifically focusing on elementary-aged children.
• Proven experience in program development, volunteer management, and curriculum selection.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong personal faith and alignment with the core values and mission of Northside (C3 Faithfulness as outlined below).
• Recruit, train and schedule volunteer teams as needed, with proven ability to lead, inspire, and manage those volunteers effectively.
• Help develop an annual ministry budget and be able to work within that budget. 
• Participate in general pastoral duties as needed (weddings, funerals, counseling, Pastor on Call (POC), etc.)
• Prioritizes and manages multiple projects simultaneously, and follows through on issues in a timely manner.
• Passionate about the spiritual development of upper elementary-aged children, with a commitment to creating a positive, nurturing and safe environment.
• Excellent communication and relational skills, with the ability to engage positively with children, parents, volunteers, and church staff.
• Proficient with Mac, Google Suite, Planning Center, Rock Database, Asana, Slack.
• Assist in all church wide events (Christmas, Easter, Volunteer Appreciation Night, etc.).

C3 Faithfulness

We do this by remaining personally connected—to Christ, community, and calling. The invitation we extend to every person who engages with us at Northside is an invitation to a call that we have already embraced and are fully committed to as a staff leadership team. These are the commitments we expect every member of our team to acknowledge and uphold:

1. CHRIST

“He is before all things, and in Him all things hold together.” - Colossians 1:17

• Identity - physically, mentally, emotionally, spiritually, relationally rooted in Jesus
• Work - embracing staff values of healthy, hungry, unified, and among the people
• Financial Generosity - giving 10% of gross income (a first fruits tithe) to Northside

2. COMMUNITY
“They devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and to the fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer.” - Acts 2:42

• Weekend Gathering - regular attendance and participation in congregational worship (present for 75% of weekend gatherings throughout the year)
• Life-Changing Community - regular attendance and participation in a Life Group, micro group, or another intentional and regular gathering where prayer, Scripture, encouragement, and accountability is the norm.
  
  

3. CALLING
“Each one should use whatever gift he has received to serve others, faithfully administering God’s grace in its various forms.” - 1 Peter 4:10

• Carrying out God’s ministry for me in this season (sharpening my skills through networking as well as both formal and informal skill development)
• Serving others with my gifting whenever the Spirit leads 
  
  

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