Kids Ministry Intern
Westwood Community Church, Chanhassen, MN, United States
Description
Classification: Intern, 20 hrs/wk, Non-Exempt, 1-year commitment
Ministry Area: Kids
Location: Chanhassen
Reports to: Carly Setterstrom
Ministry Area Purpose: The Next Generation Ministry exists to partner with parents to help children and students (birth through college) become followers of Jesus and know they are loved by God, empowered by His Spirit, and called to share Jesus with the world around them.
Role: Intentionally invest in gaining experience and knowledge for professional, personal, and spiritual development.
Responsibilities
Assist with planning and execution of Kids Ministry programs on Sundays for birth-5th grade, holidays, and special events
Recruit, train, equip, and encourage campus Kids Ministry Team volunteers
Participate in Kids Ministry staff meetings and work closely with other members of the Kids Ministry Team for cohesive ministry implementation
Maintain safety and security policies and procedures
Carry out other responsibilities as assigned by supervisor
Align to and live out the Westwood Staff Values: Head High, Heart Soft, Arms Linked, Feet Forward
Requirements
Someone who lives a life that honors God in heart, actions, and relationships, with the goal of becoming more like Jesus
Experience with planning large-scale events
Desire and ability to actively engage children and effectively interact with volunteers and parents
Ability to attract, equip, resource, and mobilize a diverse group of volunteers
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Proficient with Microsoft Office tools
Gifted in leadership, administration, and teaching
Must have a teachable spirit
Ability to handle confidential information professionally
Ability to relate to other Westwood staff and church attenders at large
Endorse and support Westwood’s Statement of Faith
Participate in required team events: Orientation (September 8th, 2026) and Intensives (October 26-28th, 2026 and April 5-7th, 2027)
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Ministry Area: Kids
Location: Chanhassen
Reports to: Carly Setterstrom
Ministry Area Purpose: The Next Generation Ministry exists to partner with parents to help children and students (birth through college) become followers of Jesus and know they are loved by God, empowered by His Spirit, and called to share Jesus with the world around them.
Role: Intentionally invest in gaining experience and knowledge for professional, personal, and spiritual development.
Responsibilities
Assist with planning and execution of Kids Ministry programs on Sundays for birth-5th grade, holidays, and special events
Recruit, train, equip, and encourage campus Kids Ministry Team volunteers
Participate in Kids Ministry staff meetings and work closely with other members of the Kids Ministry Team for cohesive ministry implementation
Maintain safety and security policies and procedures
Carry out other responsibilities as assigned by supervisor
Align to and live out the Westwood Staff Values: Head High, Heart Soft, Arms Linked, Feet Forward
Requirements
Someone who lives a life that honors God in heart, actions, and relationships, with the goal of becoming more like Jesus
Experience with planning large-scale events
Desire and ability to actively engage children and effectively interact with volunteers and parents
Ability to attract, equip, resource, and mobilize a diverse group of volunteers
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Proficient with Microsoft Office tools
Gifted in leadership, administration, and teaching
Must have a teachable spirit
Ability to handle confidential information professionally
Ability to relate to other Westwood staff and church attenders at large
Endorse and support Westwood’s Statement of Faith
Participate in required team events: Orientation (September 8th, 2026) and Intensives (October 26-28th, 2026 and April 5-7th, 2027)
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