DIRECTOR OF CHILDREN & YOUTH MINISTRIES

Job Details

Position Summary

The Director of Children and Youth Ministries (DCYM) is a full-time position that would coordinate FPC children’s and youth activities (ages 2 through 17). The DCYM would be responsible for developing and sustaining the children’s program to provide a fun and encouraging atmosphere to develop faith by studying the Bible and participating in age-appropriate arts and crafts, recreation and fellowship. The youth program (middle school and high school) should be a vibrant and growing ministry for inviting and enabling this group to participate in activities that are engaging while learning and understanding both the Old and New Testaments and teaching their relevance to

the youth’s lives.

Responsibilities

Create deep and meaningful relationships with the youth and youth leadership to facilitate Christian discipleship.

• Develop and facilitate adult leaders to assist in the youth and children’s ministries
• Coordinate all Sunday School activities for children and youth.
• Teach Sunday School for middle and high school youth.
• Plan and coordinate Confirmation classes and criteria for youth.
• Lead children and youth into becoming Disciples of Jesus Christ.
• Provide activities for the spiritual growth and enrichment of the children and youth.
• Create opportunities for youth and children to participate in worship and serve the church and community.
• Engage parents seeking input to develop and provide a success-based strategy for the children and youth’s spiritual growth.
• Develop an annual plan of events and activities including goals, success metrics, timelines, necessary funding, and strategies for obtaining objectives.
• Provide a written report monthly to the Discipleship Committee on the status of the children and youth programs.
• Develop a long-term plan with all stakeholders to engage the congregation and community to grow and build a dynamic, Christ following Children’s and Youth Program.
• Other responsibilities as may be assigned by the Session
  
  

Required

Education and Qualifications:

• CPR Certification for children.
• Acceptable background check.
• Flourishing growth and evident faith as a disciple of Jesus Christ.
• Ability to prioritize and organize classes, activities and volunteers.
• Communicate effectively with children, youth and adults.
• Understanding and acceptance of Reformed Theology, and ECO polity and tenets; ensuring that all curricula and activities are consistent with this doctrine.
  
  

Preferred

• Experience leading a youth program within a church environment.
• Experience leading mission trips, camps and retreats for youth.
• Interest in furthering education in Youth Ministry or other theological callings
  
  

Compensation

• Salary commensurate with education and experience ($45K – $55K).
• Paid health insurance.
• Retirement plan upon meeting eligibility.
• Seven (7) paid holidays.
• Paid time off (PTO) – start at 10-days per year, after a 6-month probationary period.
  
  

Interested Candidates Should Send An Introductory Letter, And Their Resume And References By Regular Mail Or Email To The Following Address

First Presbyterian Church

430 S. Carancahua Street

Corpus Christi, Texas 78401

Attn: Personnel Committee – FPC Director of Children and Youth Ministries

Email: office@firstprescc.com

First Presbyterian Church is a growing fellowship of covenant partners with an expanding children and youth population. Corpus Christi has many local attractions that can be utilized for youth activities and be enjoyed by the successful candidate and his/her family as well. We look forward to hearing about your interest in joining our fellowship.

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