Children's Ministries Director

Job Details

Level : Experienced

Job Location : Newport Beach, CA

Position Type : Full Time

Education Level : 4 Year Degree

Salary Range : $ - $ Salary

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability Insurance
Paid Time Off for Personal, Vacation, Sick, Jury Duty, Bereavement & Holidays

OVERVIEW

St. Andrew’s is a vibrant and well-respected community church seeking a dynamic, authentic Children’s Director to play a vital role in advancing our mission: to love our community and shape culture by equipping every generation to follow Jesus. This leader will help oversee and nurture a high-quality, fun, and relationally rich ministry experience for children from birth through 5th grade—one that is Christ-centered and designed to help kids discover their God-given identity, belonging, and purpose. They will also contribute to building and sustaining a clear, integrated faith pathway that connects seamlessly with our broader children and student ministries.

ESSENTIAL ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Genuinely love kids!
• Assist in the execution of spiritual formation curriculum that fosters deep, meaningful engagement with faith among children and their families.
• Maintain a pipeline of volunteer identification, training, development, and multiplication providing opportunities and mentorship for volunteers to grow in ministry opportunities and leadership (Middle and High School volunteers, congregants, etc., ).
• Champion faith milestones for kids and families (baptism, dedications, etc.).
• Participate and help organize outreach events such as VBS, Fall Fest, etc.
• Partner with parents: communicating and connecting often and effectively.
• Ensure compliance with all licensing procedures, facility requirements, and all safety standards.
• Participate in weekly Family Generations and Children’s Ministry team meetings.
• Be mindful of program budget.

OTHER GENERAL RESPONSIBLITIES

• Coordinate with the broader church leadership to ensure the Children’s Ministry aligns with overall church goals and initiatives.
• Assist in the coordination of children participation in main church service as needed.
• Strengthen community engagement through organizing volunteer-led events.
• Seek and pursue serve opportunities with parents and kids.
• Assist in the administration of the day-to-day operations of the Children’s Ministry.

QUALIFICATIONS and EXPECTATIONS

• Maintain a personal relationship with Jesus that includes personal habits, accountability, and corporate worship.
• Bachelor’s degree, Masters preferred, plus minimum of three years church related experience required.
• An active participant of St. Andrew’s who affirms the mission, values and mission of both the church and family ministries department.
• A radical commitment to address conflict directly and in love.
• An understanding of healing and recovery (12-steps, C.R., etc…).
• Pursue ongoing personal and professional development through reading, conferences, networking, and staying updated on current trends and resources in children’s ministry.
• A commitment to collaboration.
• An openness to growth and feedback.

Thank you for your interest in this position! We trust God’s guidance as you prayerfully and thoughtfully consider.

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