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Fairview United Methodist Church
Maryville, TN
Category: Children's Pastor & Children's Ministry
Posted on: May 05, 2016
Our Children's Director will provide leadership and vision to the Children's Ministry (grades 1-6) by equipping and teaching our children and their families to pursue an intimate relationship with God. They are responsible for recruiting, leading,_noemailanizing and supporting volunteers who are called to use their gifts in ministry with children. The Children's Director will also coordinate and nurture the Christian education programs at Fairview; and support, encourage and partner with their parents to be spiritual leaders in the home.
Applicants for this position must have the following attributes and qualifications:
Experience in Christian education and leadership for children kindergarten through sixth grade.
Genuine love for ministry to children and their families.
Completed a 4 year degree program plus one year work experience with children; OR an Associates' Degree in childhood education and 2 years work experience with children; OR 4 years work experience with children with at least one year in a supervisory role.
A collaborative style of leadership and excellent_noemailmunication skills.
Ability to team up with colleagues running multiple departments sharing family members/age groups.
Basic_noemailputer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Publisher; and the ability to learn church software programs and integrate them into job responsibilities.
A_noemailmitment to spend time focusing on their own spiritual growth.