Children's Ministry Director

About St. Andrew’s

St Andrew’s was founded in November 1991. We are a vibrant congregation with a mission to share the gospel of Jesus Christ. Our vision is to create a community where spiritually seeking individuals find fulfillment through Loving God, Knowing Jesus and Serving Others.

St. Andrew’s provides staff members with a team-based environment that is small, flexible and utilizes best practices to approach decision making. We also embrace, respect, and celebrate the diversity of all peoples regardless of age, gender identity, racial identity, disability, or sexual orientation.

AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

Spiritual Development

• Develop, plan, and lead programs that can help children of various ages, maturity levels, and temperaments progress in their journey of faith
• Create or select curriculum that works with the various developmental needs and interests of children from birth-fifth grade
• Provide and promote opportunities for children and their families to participate in the wider ministry of St. Andrew’s
• Support, counsel, and guide individual families as needed
• Collaborate with other members of the Family Ministries Team to encourage continuity and cooperation between various ministries

Volunteer Leadership

• Recruit, train, and encourage volunteers who will lead and assist with KidMin programs and events
• Communicate a clear and compelling vision to KidMin volunteers on a regular basis
• Schedule volunteers for weekly programs and special events
• Supervise and schedule childcare workers for weekly worship and other church events
• Ensure that KidMin volunteers and childcare workers are up to date on safety training and background checks

Communication

• Clearly communicate the schedule of events and programs to KidMin families
• Promote upcoming events and programs via email, social media, in-service announcements, and other helpful platforms
• Provide families with information about topics covered in KidMin and tools to continue spiritual growth at home
• Regularly communicate and collaborate with the other staff and ministry leaders at St. Andrew’s

Misc. Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain the KidMin budget
• Attend Staff Meetings
• Other duties as assigned by the pastors                

SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE/ABILITIES

• A personal relationship with Jesus Christ and a willingness to grow spiritually
• Commitment to St. Andrew’s unique vision and values
• Bachelor’s degree in Children’s Ministry (or related field such as education)
• At least three years of experience working with kids
• Excellent verbal and written skills
• Excellent presentation skills
• Effective problem-solver
• Flexible, “out-of-the-box thinker”
• Ability to provide leadership, direction, coaching, and mentoring to volunteers
• Ability to effectively manage programs
• Ability to administer multiple programs simultaneously
• Ability to be inviting, inclusive, and build relationship with youth and parents
• Ability to maintain a “big picture” perspective
• A passion for mission work and outreach and youth
• Ability to work a variety of hours, including evenings, weekends, and some holidays.