Connect Christian Church

Position Description: Children’s Ministry Director Job Description

Education and Experience:
Preferred college graduate with at least one year of experience in
Children’s Ministry, Youth Ministry, or a related field and a passion
for children. Ability to communicate easily with adults and children,
good organizational skills, and adaptability to changing situations.
Computer competency in a variety of applications.

Overall responsibilities:
This position is under the supervision and direction of the Executive
Pastor and serves as a leader and resource in coordinating and
executing children’s Christian education ministry for infants through
5th Grade. All duties and responsibilities will be performed in a
manner that glorifies Christ and furthers Connect’s mission and
ministry purposes. This position will adhere to church-approved
guidelines outlined in the Connect Bylaws and Policies and Procedure
Manual.

Specific Ministry Related Duties:
•       Build effective volunteer teams to carry out Connect’s mission,
vision, and values.
•       Develop policies and programs that meet the identified needs of the
Children’s Ministry.
•       Develop a ministry structure to facilitate communication, planning,
and implementation of Children’s Ministry programs.
•        In times of need, such as hospitalization, emergencies, family
death, etc., be readily available to visit or counsel.
•       Classroom Preparation:
o       Communicate needs or changes within the classroom and other policies
involving children.
o       Coordinate and select age-specific curriculum and program activities
for infants – 5th grade.
o       Empower your volunteers with the curriculum and supplies needed each
Sunday on time.
•       Plan and supervise Children Ministry-related outreach events within
the community.
•       Communicate information about upcoming programs and special events
to staff and communications coordinator to promote through flyers,
e-news, website, etc.
•       Oversee and coordinate mid-weekly Children’s ministry programming.
•       Work with ministry staff to coordinate special children’s worship
programming and events.
•       Serve as a contributor to the Next Gen Strategic Planning Team.
o       Conduct planning meetings and provide periodic training sessions for
leadership teams and families.
•       Participate actively in monthly planning and information meetings
with the Student Pastor and Preschool Director.
•       Serve as a contributor to the WinShape Concord Leadership Team.
•       Invite people to volunteer in the ministry regularly and ensure
proper vetting and training of volunteers.
•       Prepare the budget/spending plan for infants – 5th grade.
•       Organize and lead the Club 45 (4th & 5th grade) Summer Camp.
•       Cooperate with all Pastors, Elders, and other staff members to
promote Connect’s entire ministry plan and a team effort in
accomplishing related results.

Other Ministerial Duties
•       Be a visible image of Connect in the community.
•       Lead and teach Connect groups and Bible studies as appropriate.
•       Maintain a vital and growing personal walk with the Lord through
committed Bible study and prayer.
•       Maintain proper priorities in your home.
•       Develop personal evangelism opportunities within and outside the church.
•       Financially support the ministry of Connect by faithfully giving and
maintaining wise stewardship practices.
•       Other duties as necessary to promote the ministries of Connect.

Questions and/or Applications: please submit to Cris Rury, Executive
Pastor crury@connectchristianchurch.org

Phone: (831)682-1326
Average Attendance: 500