Purpose: The overall goal of our Children & Student Ministries is to help our students develop a personal relationship with Jesus Christ where they engage with God’s Word, grow in their faith, and actively serve Him in their daily lives.

Description of Duties:

● Oversee all classes, activities, and programs in the Children’s Ministry.

● Supervise volunteers in the following Children’s Ministry programs (birth-5 th grade): ▪ Nursery ▪ Sunday School ▪ Children’s Church ▪ King’s Kids (Wednesday night program) ▪ Vacation Bible School ▪ Future new ministries

● Maintain meaningful, active engagement in the Children’s Ministry.

● Engage, schedule, and support volunteers and substitutes who have a passion for Children’s Ministry.

● Support Children’s Ministry volunteers by: ▪ Maintaining effective communication. ▪ Training new volunteers, individually, on Children’s Ministry policies and procedures. ▪ Providing training for each specific area of service (teaching, assisting, using Planning Center Online, media, check-in station, etc.). ▪ Annually providing whole group training for Children’s Ministry volunteers.

● Supervise implementation of program curriculum while defining targeted, age-appropriate learning and spiritual growth outcomes that are in line with GLCC’s vision and goals.

● Maintain, equip, and develop the ongoing Children’s Ministry Leadership Team.

● Cast vision in line with GLCC’s vision and implement enhancements to the Children’s Ministry to foster spiritual growth and ministry growth.

● Maintain consistent communication and collaboration with parents, volunteers, pastoral staff, and the GLCC Board regarding Children's Ministry events and updates.

● Effectively manage the Children’s Ministry budget and resources.

● Ensure all classroom supplies and snacks are well-stocked (with food allergies in mind). Qualifications, Skills, and Gifts:

● A heartfelt love for God and children, rooted in a deep, personal relationship with Christ.

● Passion for nurturing children in their faith and Christian education.

● Experience and ability to clearly teach biblical concepts to children.

● Experience working with children in a ministry or educational setting.

● Education/Ministry focused background (preferred).

● Ability to supportively enable and empower others to carry out the work of the ministry.

● Strong administrative, leadership, organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

● Engages with and upholds GLCC’s values and vision, reflected in regular attendance at GLCC.

● Familiarity with Planning Center Online Church Management Software (preferred).

Employment Parameters:

Reports to: Youth Pastor

Position: Part-time (20-25 hrs.)

Pay Rate: $20.25/hour

Email glcc@greenlakecalvary.org with any questions or to submit a resume.