CHILDREN’S MINISTER
REPORTS TO: Pastor, Personnel Team
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CLASSIFICATION: Full-time
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POSITION SUMMARY
Responsible for development and execution of a comprehensive program of Christian development and education for Children/Preschool. Furthermore, responsible for overseeing any paid workers. Consult with other staff and program leaders concerning activities in their areas when children/preschoolers are involved.
QUALIFICATIONS
Familiarity with and experience in leading a variety of programs for children. Ability to plan, organize, train, and supervise program and event leaders. Ability to manage and provide direction to Teachers and lay leadership in the Preschool/Children department.
PRINCIPAL FUNCTIONS
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Work with other program leaders and directors in developing a comprehensive program of spiritual, educational, physical, and emotional development for the children, their parents or guardians.
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Survey the needs and consider realistically the areas of concern to be included in a ministry to children; advise of optimal ministry options.
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Plan, coordinate, conduct, and evaluate special events such as camps, retreats, banquets, fellowships, etc.
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Oversee the planning, coordinating, conducting, and evaluating of preschool/children’s special events.
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Conduct special training projects for Children/Preschool workers.
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Oversee the conducting of special training projects for Children/Preschool workers.
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Advise in the use of program materials, equipment, supplies, and space by children’s groups in all Church program organizations; make budget recommendations for a viable children’s ministry.
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Keep informed of new trends in Children’s Ministries and seek to enrich all facets of ministry to children.
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Lead the recruitment, training, and allocation of human resources for an efficient ministry to the children of the church and community.
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Provide the leadership to encourage participation by all children in the ministry opportunities of the church.
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Manage submit an accurate and timely annual budget in regards to related ministries.
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Available for after-hours hospital visitation, special events, and evangelistic visitation.
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Perform other duties as assigned by the pastor.