Kids Minister/Director

The Orchard Church -
Waynesville, NC

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Job Details

Full-time

Benefits

Flexible schedule

Qualifications

Organizing events
Curriculum implementation management in an education administration role
Financial operations
Volunteer coordination for social programs
Community engagement in education
Volunteer management
Youth engagement programs
Team leadership
Family collaboration in education
Educational volunteer program coordination
Parental involvement initiatives
Communication platforms
Leadership development
3 years
Team development
Social media platforms
Volunteer training
Volunteer coordination program management
Child safety supervision
Staff policy implementation
Youth engagement experience in pastoral work
Experience working with 5th graders
Mentoring
Volunteer coordination
Working with families
Senior level
Volunteer recruitment
Leadership development initiative
Experience working with families with children
Communication skills

Full Job Description

The Kids Minister/Director is responsible for developing and implementing vision and strategy discipleship for all programs, activities, and educational aspects related to children birth-5th grade at The Orchard Church. This role ministers to the spiritual health of kids and their parents, creating environments that facilitate spiritual growth and gospel transformation. The Kids Minister/Director is responsible for ensuring the ministry is aligned with the mission, vision, values, and Priorities of The Orchard Church.

About THE ORCHARD CHURCH, INC.

OUR VISION We are a PEOPLE UNITED, embracing the work of the HOLY SPIRIT, striving to see lives TRANSFORMED in our community, region, nation, and world! OUR MISSION Our mission is to be the church to the community. OUR PURPOSE Our purpose is to make disciples of Jesus Christ through the work of the Holy Spirit.

Description

Key Responsibilities

Provide leadership and recruitment of Kids ministry staff and volunteers in the development, growth and effectiveness that accomplishes the vision of The Orchard Church.
Ensure ministry alignment between PreK and Kids Ministry, overseeing the PreK Coordinator.
Provide leadership and oversight for engaging, gospel-centered Kids ministry environments, weekly programming, and ministry activities.
Develop discipleship tools for parents to utilize at home.
Minister and care for families with various backgrounds and situations.
Provide a safe, secure, and warm environment that facilitates learning and encourages spiritual growth for all kids (grades K-5).
Lead the selection and implementation of curriculum, ministry resources, and environments that support biblical teaching and spiritual growth.
Equip kids to embody the mission of the church and be the church to the community at a young age.
Oversee and coordinate alongside volunteers the Mosaic Ministry (ministry for children and adults with special needs).
Report to the Discipleship Pastor for development, growth, and management of Kids programming and budgets.
Collaborate with the Discipleship Pastor and Next Gen team regarding growth strategies and recommend needs to fulfill these strategies.
Ensure all workers understand and adhere to the Minors Policy and Procedures Handbook.
Partner with parents and families in the spiritual development of children.
Coordinate alongside the Missions Minister/Director to strategically engage local elementary schools and host outreach events for families.
Disciple and foster a culture of missions for K-5 kids by teaching biblical principles and providing mission opportunities in the church and the community for families to engage.

Other Duties & Responsibilities

Recruit, equip, encourage, and develop volunteer leaders to effectively serve within Kids ministry environments and programs.
Adhere to teachings of The Orchard Church in personal life and professional ministry.
Maintain consistent and vibrant relationship with Jesus Christ including regular prayer and Bible study.
Maintain wise stewardship of all God's resources.
Facilitate volunteer background checks for all Kids volunteers.
Oversee systems and processes that support safe, effective, and engaging Kids ministry environments.
Collaborate with church staff and ministry leaders to support church-wide discipleship and family engagement initiatives.
Other duties as assigned by the Discipleship Pastor.

Qualifications

Three years of successful experience in family, youth, community, or other related ministerial experience.
Ability to teach, lead, and implement strategies that involve the entire congregation.
Solid and thorough scriptural foundation and knowledge.
Ability to provide sound biblical insights and promote spiritual growth.
Optimistic, friendly, and outgoing personality.
Ability to easily approach, talk to, and make people feel at ease.
Functional level of skill with current publishing technologies, social networking, and ability to use them to communicate.

Knowledge

Knowledge of current cultural/social environment of church membership/community
Understanding of current events and social media and impact on kids
Understanding of budgeting and financial operations of the church
Experience in training, teaching and mentoring

Skills

Effective communication with all levels of staff and public, especially with children
Ability to recruit and equip functional group of volunteers
Strong listening skills with ability to interpret and respond calmly to crisis and confidential situations
Ability to manage multiple priorities and events
Proficiency with Google Suite, internet, email, social media and technology
Effective time management and organizational skills
Diversity sensitivity to deal with multiple populations and age groups
Strong work ethic with high energy and enthusiasm

Personal Attributes

Energetic
Initiative
Teamwork
Planning and Organizing
Service orientation
Integrity
Tolerance for Stress

Working Conditions

Normal office environment
Serves diverse populations in caring and loving atmosphere
Some activities may be indoors, outdoors and off campus in variety of venues
Flexible schedule as this is 24/7 ministry

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About THE ORCHARD CHURCH, INC.

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