Children's Ministry Director
Faith united methodist church
Job Title: Children’s Ministry Director
Reports To: Lead Pastor of Faith United Methodist Church
Hours: 20 hrs/wk
Salary & Benefits: $26-30/hour
Summary:
Faith United Methodist Church (Faith Church) and all United Methodist Churches exist to Make Disciples of Jesus Christ for the Transformation of the World. We do this by creating a community where people connect with Christ and partner with God in making things right.
Faith Church is seeking a Children’s Ministry Director who will develop and lead a dynamic ministry program for children (infants to 6th grade). Excellent candidates will be passionate about their faith and the mission of the church, experienced in organizing and executing events, and oriented toward building relationships and seeing the needs of children and their parents. The position is part-time with hybrid-remote flexibility.
Essential Job Functions
In collaboration with the pastor and staff, design and implement a Christian Education/Faith Formation program for children (infants through 6th grade).
• Organize Children’s ministry in-flow with Sunday morning worship schedule.
• Research and utilize curriculum that is compatible with Methodist theology and in alignment with the values of Faith Church.
• Recruit and schedule volunteers to assist or lead in Children’s ministry.
• Decorate and maintain spaces designed for Children’s ministry.
• Purchase, resource, and use supplies and other items necessary for a dynamic ministry.
In collaboration with the pastor and staff, create and execute seasonal community/outreach events for children and families.
• Plan and execute intentional events such as “Trunk or Treat,” Christmas play/pageant, Easter Egg Hunt, and Vacation Bible School, that contribute to the mission and values of Faith Church.
• Recruit and equip volunteers to assist and lead in seasonal community/outreach events.
Represent the church through your presence, prayers, gifts, service, and witness.
• Practice radical hospitality by creating a warm and welcoming environment before, during, and after Sunday morning worship for children and parents.
• Be available to children and parents for prayer and support.
• Offer engaging Children’s Moment messages during the Sunday worship services.
Manage and keep current personal information of families, children, and volunteers.
• Utilizing the church’s membership management system, obtain and keep current personal information (contact info, ages, marital status, etc) of visiting and regular families.
• Maintain the record of background checks for volunteers.
Other duties:
• Attend weekly staff meeting.
• Maintain and update communications concerning children’s ministry (email, website, social media, etc.).
• Maintain an organized work space and ministry space.
• Collaborate and contribute in other areas of the church, every area benefits every area.
Qualifications
A spiritually mature Christian with a strong sense of calling to guiding children in their faith.
Supportive and affirming of the LGBTQ+ community.
Ability to relate with all generations enthusiastically.
Desire to grow in personal faith and to learn more in the disciples of Christian Education and Faith Formation.
Excellent time management skills and ability to multitask and prioritize work.
Strong organizational skills and a passion for collaborative projects.
Self-awareness to advocate for work rhythms that allow thriving while meeting community needs.
Strong interpersonal skills with excellent written and oral communication skills.
Ability to leverage and mobilize volunteers and build community.
Creative thinker, open to new ideas and improving work processes.
Strong attention to detail.
Approachable, open-minded, flexible, and adaptable.
Candidates can submit resumes and cover letters to pastor@faithunited.org
Reports To: Lead Pastor of Faith United Methodist Church
Hours: 20 hrs/wk
Salary & Benefits: $26-30/hour
Summary:
Faith United Methodist Church (Faith Church) and all United Methodist Churches exist to Make Disciples of Jesus Christ for the Transformation of the World. We do this by creating a community where people connect with Christ and partner with God in making things right.
Faith Church is seeking a Children’s Ministry Director who will develop and lead a dynamic ministry program for children (infants to 6th grade). Excellent candidates will be passionate about their faith and the mission of the church, experienced in organizing and executing events, and oriented toward building relationships and seeing the needs of children and their parents. The position is part-time with hybrid-remote flexibility.
Essential Job Functions
In collaboration with the pastor and staff, design and implement a Christian Education/Faith Formation program for children (infants through 6th grade).
• Organize Children’s ministry in-flow with Sunday morning worship schedule.
• Research and utilize curriculum that is compatible with Methodist theology and in alignment with the values of Faith Church.
• Recruit and schedule volunteers to assist or lead in Children’s ministry.
• Decorate and maintain spaces designed for Children’s ministry.
• Purchase, resource, and use supplies and other items necessary for a dynamic ministry.
In collaboration with the pastor and staff, create and execute seasonal community/outreach events for children and families.
• Plan and execute intentional events such as “Trunk or Treat,” Christmas play/pageant, Easter Egg Hunt, and Vacation Bible School, that contribute to the mission and values of Faith Church.
• Recruit and equip volunteers to assist and lead in seasonal community/outreach events.
Represent the church through your presence, prayers, gifts, service, and witness.
• Practice radical hospitality by creating a warm and welcoming environment before, during, and after Sunday morning worship for children and parents.
• Be available to children and parents for prayer and support.
• Offer engaging Children’s Moment messages during the Sunday worship services.
Manage and keep current personal information of families, children, and volunteers.
• Utilizing the church’s membership management system, obtain and keep current personal information (contact info, ages, marital status, etc) of visiting and regular families.
• Maintain the record of background checks for volunteers.
Other duties:
• Attend weekly staff meeting.
• Maintain and update communications concerning children’s ministry (email, website, social media, etc.).
• Maintain an organized work space and ministry space.
• Collaborate and contribute in other areas of the church, every area benefits every area.
Qualifications
A spiritually mature Christian with a strong sense of calling to guiding children in their faith.
Supportive and affirming of the LGBTQ+ community.
Ability to relate with all generations enthusiastically.
Desire to grow in personal faith and to learn more in the disciples of Christian Education and Faith Formation.
Excellent time management skills and ability to multitask and prioritize work.
Strong organizational skills and a passion for collaborative projects.
Self-awareness to advocate for work rhythms that allow thriving while meeting community needs.
Strong interpersonal skills with excellent written and oral communication skills.
Ability to leverage and mobilize volunteers and build community.
Creative thinker, open to new ideas and improving work processes.
Strong attention to detail.
Approachable, open-minded, flexible, and adaptable.
Candidates can submit resumes and cover letters to pastor@faithunited.org
Assistant Preschool Teacher
Pre-K Classroom
In the Beginning is excited to announce we are seeking a part-time Assistant Teacher to join our program! This position focuses on providing a safe, loving, and nurturing Christian environment exclusively for students 4-5.5 years old. Passionate and imaginative teaching professionals are encouraged to apply. Successful applicants will possess strong written and oral communication skills, as well as a proven ability to creatively solve problems. This exciting Assistant Teacher position reports directly to the PreK Lead Teacher and Director.
Any recent graduates, current students, or those interested in working with young children and families are invited to apply by submitting a resume, cover letter, and reference list via email.
Please note this role is part-time, on a contract-basis, with a base pay rate of $18.32 per hour (approximately $16,300 per annum) first year teaching. Contact Director for additional pay rate information.
Primary Responsibilities
1. Engage and help lead activities which promote a positive image of preschool programs to students, parents, and families
2. Be a supportive, nurturing teacher while providing a warm environment for students and staff
3. Plan, prepare, and clean up after activities
4. Maintain a safe, fun, learning environment for children in each program
5. Attendance: orientation, training, and meetings as necessary
Preferred Qualifications
· Previous experience working with young children at a Preschool
· Degree in Early Childhood Education (or another related field)
· Recent experience working with children with a High School diploma or equivalent
· Strong organizational and time-management skills
· Proven ability to solve complex problems creatively
· Current MERIT Accreditation
· Certification in CPR/FA/AED/BBP and Food Handlers License
· Ability to pass fingerprint/background
· Must pass a one-time tuberculosis test and proof of MMR vaccine
This position is scheduled for August 2026 to June 2027, 5 days a week approximately 5 hours daily from 9:00 am to 2.00 pm. All additional hours (such as meetings, prep, etc.) will be paid at the standard rate. Paid Time Off (PTO) and Sick Leave is also paid in addition to the approximate annum base pay.
Any recent graduates, current students, or those interested in working with young children and families are invited to apply by submitting a resume, cover letter, and reference list via email.
Please note this role is part-time, on a contract-basis, with a base pay rate of $18.32 per hour (approximately $16,300 per annum) first year teaching. Contact Director for additional pay rate information.
Primary Responsibilities
1. Engage and help lead activities which promote a positive image of preschool programs to students, parents, and families
2. Be a supportive, nurturing teacher while providing a warm environment for students and staff
3. Plan, prepare, and clean up after activities
4. Maintain a safe, fun, learning environment for children in each program
5. Attendance: orientation, training, and meetings as necessary
Preferred Qualifications
· Previous experience working with young children at a Preschool
· Degree in Early Childhood Education (or another related field)
· Recent experience working with children with a High School diploma or equivalent
· Strong organizational and time-management skills
· Proven ability to solve complex problems creatively
· Current MERIT Accreditation
· Certification in CPR/FA/AED/BBP and Food Handlers License
· Ability to pass fingerprint/background
· Must pass a one-time tuberculosis test and proof of MMR vaccine
This position is scheduled for August 2026 to June 2027, 5 days a week approximately 5 hours daily from 9:00 am to 2.00 pm. All additional hours (such as meetings, prep, etc.) will be paid at the standard rate. Paid Time Off (PTO) and Sick Leave is also paid in addition to the approximate annum base pay.
Lead Preschool Teacher
Pre-K Classroom
In the Beginning is excited to announce we are seeking Part-time Lead Teacher to join our program! This position focuses on providing a safe, loving, and nurturing Christian environment exclusively for students ages 4 – 5.5 years old in the Eager Elephants Class. Passionate and imaginative teaching professionals are encouraged to apply. Successful applicants will possess strong written and oral communication skills, as well as a proven ability to creatively solve problems. This exciting Lead Teacher position reports directly to the Director.
Any recent graduates, current students, or those interested in working with young children and families are invited to apply by submitting a resume, cover letter, and reference list via email to preschool@faithunited.org.
Please note this role is part-time, on a contract-basis, with an intended pay rate of $23.32 per hour (approximately $27,284.40 per annum based on a 5-day work week).
Primary Responsibilities
The lead position is scheduled to work from August 2026 to June 2027, on Monday to Fridays approximately 5 hours daily from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM. All additional hours (training, planning, meetings, prep, etc.) will be paid at the standard rate. Paid Time Off (PTO) and Sick Leave is also paid in addition to the approximate annum base pay.
Any recent graduates, current students, or those interested in working with young children and families are invited to apply by submitting a resume, cover letter, and reference list via email to preschool@faithunited.org.
Please note this role is part-time, on a contract-basis, with an intended pay rate of $23.32 per hour (approximately $27,284.40 per annum based on a 5-day work week).
Primary Responsibilities
- Engage in and help lead activities which promote a positive image of preschool programs to students, parents, and families.
- Be a supportive, nurturing teacher while providing a Christian environment for students and staff.
- Plan, prepare, and clean up after activities.
- Maintain a safe, and fun, learning environment for children in each program.
- Attendance: orientation, training, meetings as necessary.
- Previous experience working with young children at a Preschool.
- Degree in Early Childhood Education (or another related field)
- Recent experience working with children with a High School diploma or equivalent.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills
- Proven ability to solve complex problems creatively
- Current MERIT Accreditation
- Certification in CPR/FA/AED/ BBP and Food Handlers License.
- Ability to pass finger-print/background check per Department of Early Learning’s licensure requirements.
- Must pass a one-time tuberculosis test and proof of MMR vaccine.
The lead position is scheduled to work from August 2026 to June 2027, on Monday to Fridays approximately 5 hours daily from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM. All additional hours (training, planning, meetings, prep, etc.) will be paid at the standard rate. Paid Time Off (PTO) and Sick Leave is also paid in addition to the approximate annum base pay.