Director of Children & Family Ministry

Summary

The Director of Children & Family Ministry is a full-time position working alongside the Children and Family Ministries Team to facilitate all aspects of faith formation for children and families (birth through 5th grade).

The Director must possess a strong and active personal faith, demonstrate a clear calling to children’s ministry, be energized by building a healthy volunteer culture, and be passionate about supporting parents in nurturing their children’s faith.

The Director of Children & Family Ministry reports to the Associate Pastor and supervises the Childcare staff and volunteers.

Leadership & Administrative Responsibilities

• Lead the Children & Family Ministries Team consisting of key leaders and collaborators for ministry from birth through 5th grade.
• Manage schedules, events, physical resources, budgeting, communications, and use of ministry spaces.
• Oversee volunteers, including recruitment, training, scheduling, and ongoing support.
• Manage and ensure compliance with Safe Sanctuary policies by researching and updating practices annually, training staff and volunteers, and partnering with ministry leaders.
• Supervise the childcare staff, and volunteers.
• Participate as an active leader in the life of the church, including staff leadership meetings, Church Council, and other leadership gatherings as requested.

Vision & Creative Programming

• Provide operational oversight and creative planning for children’s ministry aligned with the church’s vision, values, and goals.
• Develop an innovative and adaptable annual calendar of faith‑strengthening experiences beyond weekly programming, including events such as family camp, retreats, mission opportunities, and intergenerational experiences.

Building Relationships & Bridges

• Build meaningful relationships with children and families within and beyond the congregation.
• Mentor children in developing their spiritual lives and leadership skills.
• Identify, recruit, train, and nurture volunteers, offering both behind‑the‑scenes and direct‑engagement roles.
• Create clear pathways for families to engage in the broader life of the church and actively invite participation.
• Enhance and expand opportunities for intergenerational ministry.
• Actively welcome and engage newcomers both online and in person.
• Participate in the church’s mission and social justice initiatives, helping children and families live out Christian compassion and service.

Qualifications

• Strong and active personal Christian faith.
• Demonstrated passion for creating vibrant ministry for children and families.
• Ability to build and sustain a healthy, joyful volunteer culture.
• Strong communication skills, particularly in sharing the Christian faith.
• Bachelor’s or graduate degree in a related field preferred, or equivalent education and ministry experience.
• Previous experience in children’s ministry, teaching, or church leadership strongly desired.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including Sundays, major liturgical holidays, evenings, and occasional retreats or mission trips.
• Commitment to complying with all Community First UMC personnel policies and Safe Sanctuary requirements.
• Successful completion of a criminal background check.

Community First United Methodist Church is committed to being a welcoming and inclusive community and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds who feel called to this ministry to apply.

Applicants for this position should email a letter of interest with an attached resume to Wes Maston, Associate Pastor: .

Contact: Wes Maston

Address: 1106 Maple Street Carrollton GA 30117

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