Director of Family Ministry

Basic Function

The Director of Family Ministry is responsible for the development and implementation of a creative and vibrant program of fellowship and spiritual formation for youth and children. Although some aspects of this position relate to traditional Sunday morning activities, it is anticipated that the Director of Youth and Children’s Ministry may be developing programs at times other than Sunday mornings to meet the needs of a world that no longer reserves Sunday for church activities.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Leads the work of the Christian Education Committee
• Recruits, trains and supervises Nursery volunteers and paid nursery staff
• Along with Christian Education Committee, recruits, trains and supports Sunday School Teachers
• Coordinates Vacation Bible School
• Plans special activities and regular programming for children and youth
• Develops relationships with families who have children in the church
• Assists Pastor in planning and implementing confirmation program
• Provides children’s sermon on a regular basis in worship, as determined with Pastor
• Participates in weekly staff meetings

Duties may be added or deleted at any time verbally or in writing

Relationship to Minister, Staff and Congregation

Reports directly to Pastor/Head of Staff and supervises Christian Education volunteers and paid nursery workers. Works collegially with church staff.

Education/Experience Requirements

• Experience leading and developing programs to meet the needs of children, youth, and families
• Appreciation of a reformed theological perspective
• Able to maintain confidentially and work collegially with others
• Sensitive to needs of children and youth at various age groups, as well as parents.
• Undergraduate degree strongly preferred

Classification and Hours

Non ordained position, part time (20-30 hours per week), non exempt

It is assumed that this staff person will be present in the church building on Sunday mornings but the rest of the hours are flexible depending on program needs

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $40,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year

Expected hours: 20 – 30 per week

Schedule:

• Weekends as needed

Application Question(s):

• 1. How would you describe your personal faith journey?
• 2. Can you share an example of a program or event you have implemented that strengthened family engagement in the church?
• 3. How do you balance the needs of different generations within a church community?
• 4. Do you think you thrive more when building new events/programs or when building on something that is already present?
• 5. Do you prefer being a self-starter or working with clear directions and expectations?

Ability to Commute:

• Baltimore, MD 21218 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Baltimore, MD 21218: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $40,000 - $50,000