Kids Minister at Chapel Hill Bible Church

Job Summary

Job Description

OVERVIEW

Our mission at Chapel Hill Bible Church is to equip our church as a community to reach the Triangle and beyond with the message of Jesus Christ. The Kids Minister will have a unique role in this mission and is tasked to lead in a manner so that kids will know, love, and follow Jesus and reach their world for Christ. The mission of CHBC Kids Ministry is to teach the gospel and foster friendships to disciple kids in partnership with parents and the body of Christ. This role is crucial in obeying the commandment found in Psalm 78:4, to “tell to the coming generation of the glorious deeds of the Lord, and his might, and the wonders that He has done.”

KIDS MINISTER RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Shape, lead, and ensure alignment of Kids Ministry with the vision of Chapel Hill Bible Church. 


• Ensure that the Kids Ministry curriculum develops a gospel-centered worldview in our children (nursery-5th grade) and is in alignment with Chapel Hill Bible Church’s Statement of Faith


• Set programming for Sundays and ad hoc events


• Lead, encourage, and inspire volunteers to the vision of Kids Ministry


• Develop, train and equip volunteers to the mission of Kids Ministry


• Develop and implement child safety and discipline policies


• Oversee continual management of Kids Ministry database


• Provide a friendly environment and experience on Sunday mornings: efficient child check-in, clean and decorated classrooms, teachers ready and equipped, efficient child pick-up, etc.


• Interact well with parents in a manner that is filled with grace and compassion


• Provide childcare for special events and services (Christmas Eve, worship/prayer nights, congregational meetings, etc.)


• Lead specialized summer programs (i.e. Pine Cove City, Faith Explorers, KidsFest, etc…)


• Oversee the Kids Ministry budget


• Teach a class Sunday morning, if needed


• Partner with the Kids Ministry Administrative Assistant to ensure supporting systems further the gospel being proclaimed to the coming generations

CHARACTERISTICS 

• Growing relationship with Jesus Christ; understanding of the centrality of the gospel and commitment to the purpose and mission of the local church as understood by CHBC; membership at CHBC (existing or first available membership class upon employment) is required


• Is grace-filled and compassionate with people, responds to situations with patience and love


• Desires to develop relationships in order to equip and empower KM volunteers


• Seeks to integrate KM into the life of the church by supporting other ministries seeking a unified church body

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• Biblical and theological knowledge, theological training preferred


• Able to cast a vision and lead others to pursue it


• Has a heart for children and experience working with children in a church context


• Has experience dealing with behavioral issues and can speak into conflict, managing it well 


• Has knowledge and understanding of childhood development, especially as it pertains to the educational process


• Can manage time effectively


• Has strong communication skills, both written and oral

EXPECTED HOURS

This is a full-time position, with regular days and hours of work being four days during the workweek and Sundays. Will also be required to attend some evening meetings (typically 1-3 times per month).

To Apply

Please apply online.