Children's Ministry Director
Westminster Theological Seminary, Hayward, CA, United States
Purpose of the Role
The Children’s Ministry Director serves to lead, coordinate, and support the ministries that nurture the faith of our covenant children—from nursery to middle school—helping them grow to know, love, and worship Jesus Christ. This role partners with parents and volunteers to ensure all children’s programs align with the church’s vision to be
Christ-centered, covenantal, prayerful, and Word-rooted .
Overview of Ministry Areas The Children’s Ministry Director oversees and supports:
Nursery Ministry
– Providing safe, nurturing care that reflects God’s love to infants and toddlers.
Children’s Worship (K‑2nd and 3rd‑5th)
– Guiding children in age‑appropriate worship using Catechesis of the Good Shepherd and Teach Me to Worship curricula (or similar curriculum).
Children’s Education Hour (Sunday School)
– Launching and developing the Fall 2026 education hour for preschool through youth.
Key Responsibilities Leadership & Coordination
Provide vision, planning, and coordination for all children’s ministries.
Recruit, train, and support volunteer teachers, helpers, and nursery caregivers.
Develop and maintain safe, orderly, and engaging ministry environments.
Coordinate ministry schedules, supplies, and classroom spaces.
Curriculum & Discipleship
Discern and create curriculum that respects our covenantal, Reformed theology and that sees the whole child, body and soul, hands, head, and heart as needing Jesus’ redemption.
Cultivate practices that integrate
worship, Word, and sacraments
into children’s faith formation.
Parent & Congregational Partnership
Encourage and equip parents as the primary disciplers of their children.
Communicate regularly with families about ministry events and resources.
Foster intergenerational connection and a welcoming, invitational culture for all children.
Administrative & Oversight Duties
Work with administrator to maintain volunteer scheduling, background checks, and safety protocols.
Oversee check‑in systems, classroom management, and incident procedures.
Work with pastoral staff and elders to ensure theological and operational alignment.
Reports To
Associate Pastor
Collaborates closely with Nursery Coordinator, Children’s Worship Guides, and Formation teachers.
Hours & Compensation
15–20 hours per week, including Sunday mornings and weekly planning.
Compensation commensurate with experience.
Our Hope We long for a Children’s Ministry Director who delights in seeing children encounter Jesus through Word, worship, prayer, and community—and who will help our children grow into joyful disciples of Christ.
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Christ-centered, covenantal, prayerful, and Word-rooted .
Overview of Ministry Areas The Children’s Ministry Director oversees and supports:
Nursery Ministry
– Providing safe, nurturing care that reflects God’s love to infants and toddlers.
Children’s Worship (K‑2nd and 3rd‑5th)
– Guiding children in age‑appropriate worship using Catechesis of the Good Shepherd and Teach Me to Worship curricula (or similar curriculum).
Children’s Education Hour (Sunday School)
– Launching and developing the Fall 2026 education hour for preschool through youth.
Key Responsibilities Leadership & Coordination
Provide vision, planning, and coordination for all children’s ministries.
Recruit, train, and support volunteer teachers, helpers, and nursery caregivers.
Develop and maintain safe, orderly, and engaging ministry environments.
Coordinate ministry schedules, supplies, and classroom spaces.
Curriculum & Discipleship
Discern and create curriculum that respects our covenantal, Reformed theology and that sees the whole child, body and soul, hands, head, and heart as needing Jesus’ redemption.
Cultivate practices that integrate
worship, Word, and sacraments
into children’s faith formation.
Parent & Congregational Partnership
Encourage and equip parents as the primary disciplers of their children.
Communicate regularly with families about ministry events and resources.
Foster intergenerational connection and a welcoming, invitational culture for all children.
Administrative & Oversight Duties
Work with administrator to maintain volunteer scheduling, background checks, and safety protocols.
Oversee check‑in systems, classroom management, and incident procedures.
Work with pastoral staff and elders to ensure theological and operational alignment.
Reports To
Associate Pastor
Collaborates closely with Nursery Coordinator, Children’s Worship Guides, and Formation teachers.
Hours & Compensation
15–20 hours per week, including Sunday mornings and weekly planning.
Compensation commensurate with experience.
Our Hope We long for a Children’s Ministry Director who delights in seeing children encounter Jesus through Word, worship, prayer, and community—and who will help our children grow into joyful disciples of Christ.
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