KIDS MINISTRY COORDINATOR

May 2, 2023

ROLE SUMMARY

  • We are looking for someone to join our team and provide outstanding leadership for our children’s ministry and ensure that our efforts with the children of Collective Church are helping them to be discipled as followers of Jesus, spiritual family members, stewards, and disciple-makers.

  • This is a part-time position, (approx 18 hours per week) involving Sundays and flexibility throughout the week.

  • Will work closely with, and report to, the Lead Pastor.

IDEAL CANDIDATE

  • You’re a follower of Jesus that is mature in your faith and live a life submitted to scripture, with a heart for the church, people, and especially kids.

  • You are passionate about seeing children grow in their knowledge of Jesus and deepen their relationship with Him.

  • You possess the necessary skills to effectively serve people both relationally and administratively.

  • You are self-aware and have high EQ.

  • You have excellent verbal and written communication skills.

  • You are a team player.

  • You are driven and highly motivated to give the best of yourself to your work.

  • You’re a curious learner and resourceful problem solver.

  • You have previous ministry experience.

  • You’re a resident of the Westside of LA, or willing to relocate here.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Plan and coordinate all the elements of the Sunday kid’s ministry experience so it’s well run, managed, and resourced.

  • Work with the Sunday Coordinator to strategically assign kids ministry volunteers.

  • Select and/or develop appropriate curriculum that best serves our kids and families and aligns with Collective’s theological convictions.

  • Handle purchasing and inventory management for kids ministry so that we always have what we need when needed.

  • Communicate effectively with parents and maintain a collaborative relationship with them so we know how to best serve and disciple their kids.

  • Maintain accurate kids ministry records in our ChMS database so that we can effectively communicate with our church family.

  • Follow best practices for safety and classroom management.

  • Coordinate with the Connect Administrator regarding new families so they can be included in our Connect process.

  • Handle the administrative aspects of running background checks so that only pre-screened and approved volunteers are serving in kids ministry.

  • Maintain the kids ministry handbook so that our best practices remain transferable for training and equipping purposes.

  • Plan and coordinate child dedications with Operations Administrator.

  • Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

  • You’re aligned with the theological beliefs and philosophy of ministry of Collective Church.

  • You meet the qualifications of a deacon, as described in scripture.

  • You’re a Mission Member, or willing to become one.

  • You’re very comfortable with technology and are competent with iOS and macOS, Google Workspace, and Asana.

  • You’ve had previous leadership experience in children’s ministry.

CHURCH PROFILE

  • Collective Church is a non-denominational, regionally-focused church on the Westside of Los Angeles that launched Sunday gatherings in the fall of 2015. We are a family of spiritual brothers and sisters following Jesus together as ambassadors of Jesus and His kingdom.

COMPENSATION

  • Range: $28-36 hourly (DOE)

HOW TO APPLY

  • Applications that include a a cover letter and resumé in PDF format will be considered. Please submit HERE.