Children and Family Ministry Director

Dundee Presbyterian Church

Omaha, NE

Category: Children's Pastor & Children's Ministry

Posted on: August 09, 2010

Job Description:

Job Description: DIRECTOR OF CHILDREN'S MINISTRY

Reports to: SENIOR PASTOR

Position Description:

To lead in the development, coordination, oversight, evaluation and staffing in all areas of children's ministry from preschool through 6th grade. To build relationships with kids, parents and volunteers through Sunday morning, midweek, special events, personal_noemailmunications and other ministry settings.

Position Goals:

Create exciting learning environments for children in order to increase their understanding of God's love for them and encourage a growing relationship with Jesus Christ.

Support and partner with parents in the spiritual formation of their children.

Ensure sound and relevant curriculum is selected and used that teaches Biblical principles and truths appropriate for the various developmental levels within the ministry purview.

Assist in the development of a strong volunteer and leadership staff by implementing dynamic recruiting, training, motivating and support systems that will in turn be able to reach the lost, disciple the found and inspire all children to live as fully-devoted followers of Christ.


Essential Job Functions:

1. Lead recruitment and training of ministry volunteers and substitutes. Work with volunteers so that they are knowledgeable about expectations, well-equipped to lead and engage children, and2. Establish a vision for future growth for the Children's Ministry. Set goals and objectives, and clear measures of success.

3. Manage use of facilities, plan appropriate budget for programs, delegate as appropriate and evaluate progress on a regular basis.

3.Lead in the review and selection of curriculum materials and educational tools for children's ministries programs.

4. Plan, staff and oversee Sunday morning and mid-week children's activities so that they are engaging, spiritually enriching, and well_noemailanized.

5. Provide leadership for summer children's activities, including Vacation Bible School.

6. Work with ministry team and staff to plan,_noemailanize and help lead Dundee Summer Camp.

7. Participate and lead in worship as appropriate.

8. Develop and implement a system that equips staff and volunteers to ensure a we_noemailing, safe and structured environment.


Qualifications, Skills, Abilities:

Must be a_noemailmitted follower of Jesus Christ, demonstrating Christian maturity and a deep and prayerful dependence upon God.

Has a passion for working with children and helping them grow in their relationship with God.

Degree in Education or related/relevant field.

Professional or volunteer experience in church ministry to children, and knowledge of childhood development.

Successful experience building teams and recruiting volunteers.

Strong leadership, creative teaching approaches, excell 

Position Information:

Job Title:
Children and Family Ministry Director
Time Type:
Full Time
Job Category:
Children's Pastor & Children's Ministry
Salary:
Organization Type:
Church
Denomination:
Presbyterian - PCUSA
Worship Style:
Blended
Church Size:
1000 - 1500

Contact Information:

Organization Name:
Dundee Presbyterian Church
Contact Name:
David Daisy
Address1:
5312 Underwood Ave
Address2:
City:
Omaha
State or Province:
NE
ZIP Code:
68132
Country:
United States
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