Children's Ministry Director, Seymour Heights Christian Church
Seymour, TN
Children's Ministry Director Purpose
To challenge and encourage children from birth to fifth grade and their parents to become passionate pursuers of Jesus Christ.
Accountable to: Lead Pastor and Elders
Big Picture
The Children's Ministry Director's primary function is to team up with the pastoral staff to help Seymour Heights Christian Church carry out the church's mission of passionately pursuing Jesus and challenging others to do the same.
Responsibilities
* Develop positive relationships and rapport with children, their parents and volunteers.
* Develop positive relationships and rapport with other leaders and staff members.
* Oversee the discipleship of children and their families to be more like Christ.
* Oversee the planning and leading of Kandoo Springs, Downtown Kandoo, and Kandoomour.
* Prepare and manage an annual budget for Children's Ministry.
* Select and recommend for purchase age-appropriate curriculum and classroom materials and supplies for all relevant age groups.
* Oversee and update a check-in and security policy.
* Recruit, train, and encourage sponsors, teachers, and interns to minister to children.
* Plan, schedule and execute occasional special events for children (retreats, fellowship events, mission's projects, summer activities).
* Provide leadership and direction to the current Early Learning Center.
* Promote and publicize local church camps and events for children--Attend and help as possible.
* Assist in providing Pastoral care for the children and their families.
* Coordinate with church staff to plan church-wide special events.
* Possess a servant's heart and serve in any other capacity as deemed necessary.
Education/Experience/Skills Needed
College education in children or youth related field Real-life experience in area of leading/directing in children's ministry
Ability to relate well to both children and parents of children
Ability to work in a team environment of multiple staff
Display computer and software abilities
The Heart of a Leader
What is in a person's heart eventually affects their ability to lead. A leader/pastor who fails to monitor their heart places their local congregation in jeopardy. Proverbs 4:23 states, "Above all else guard your heart, for it is the wellspring of life." You live, love, and lead from your heart.
It is expected that the Children's Pastor at SHCC-like all other staff and leaders-will guard their heart for it impacts everything they do. Passionately pursue Jesus
Maintain a positive attitude
Display a servant's heart/Be a person of integrity
Please send a Cover Letter and Resume to Harold Keck, Lead Pastor, Harold@seymourheights.org
