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Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary lists this Children’s Ministry Director Concord Church opportunity in kansas city, Missouri. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Position Overview
Children’s Ministry Director – Full‑time, exempt senior staff position. Provides Christ‑centered leadership, vision, and direction for the children’s ministry at Concord Church, ensuring that ministry environments from nursery through 5th grade help children know, love, and follow Jesus through biblical teaching, worship, discipleship, and meaningful relationships.
Experience and Knowledge Required
Ability to communicate the Gospel clearly and joyfully to children through various means and to equip others to do the same.
Leadership background and experience serving children and their families.
Ability to articulate and implement the vision of Concord Church.
Exceptional, proven leadership and communication skills with staff and volunteers.
Superior interpersonal skills working with people of all ages and abilities.
Solid theological grounding and creativity in selecting or developing biblically faithful, Christ‑centered curriculum.
Ability to articulate and implement the vision of Concord Church in a way that reflects a robust biblical worldview.
Positive attitude and solution‑oriented approach to problem‑solving.
Computer competency and ability to learn quickly in Planning Center, Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) etc.
Strong organizational and time‑management skills and pursuit of excellence through attention to detail.
Ability to plan for continued personal and ministry growth.
Preferred – experience with children with neurodiversity and various skill and ability levels.
Preferred – some college completed successfully.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
Manage all aspects of ministry to children from birth to 5th grade at Concord Church.
Ensure that every ministry environment is intentionally shaped by the Gospel, Scripture, and age‑appropriate discipleship practices.
Maintain strong communication and relationship with Senior Pastor to ensure the vision of the church is implemented in all aspects of children’s ministry.
Collaborate with Senior Pastor to analyze effectiveness of the ministry and adjust as needed.
Track growth for future development.
Lead and train ministry teams: Recruit, develop, and train high‑quality leaders for volunteer roles to execute all aspects of children’s ministry for weekend and mid‑week classes and services.
Develop and oversee the implementation of policies and enforce compliance, including background checks, security procedures in children’s areas and disaster preparedness.
Communicate consistently with staff and volunteers.
Equip volunteers and staff not only in logistics and safety but also in shepherding children spiritually, modeling Christ‑like character, and communicating biblical truth with clarity and joy.
Lead regular volunteer meetings for all staff and volunteers working with children from birth to 5th grade, focusing on prayer for the ministry, training of new volunteers, and empowering staff and volunteers to fulfill their unique roles in advancing the Gospel through this ministry.
Serve as liaison between children, parents, volunteers, senior staff and elders.
Disciple and encourage families: Develop healthy community among parents, encouraging and modeling rhythms of family discipleship such as prayer, Scripture reading, worship and service; coordinate with Senior Pastor as needed to connect to the adult Sunday morning experience.
Provide resources and guidance that help parents embrace their role as the primary disciplers of their children.
Communicate with families as a group and individually, especially when they are new or have been away for an extended period.
Provide parent‑child “New Christians Class” before baptism to ensure that children understand their decision to follow Jesus and be baptized.
Develop and oversee the Sunday and Wednesday experience for all children: Develop or locate an engaging Gospel‑centered, Scripture‑rooted curriculum that reflects the teaching of Concord Church and is inclusive to children of all abilities.
Ensure that every gathering includes opportunities for children to hear the Gospel, practice spiritual habits, and grow in their understanding of God’s Word.
Purchase classroom supplies and set up rooms weekly.
Schedule volunteers.
Manage special event planning for children’s ministry: Easter focus, Vacation Bible School, Fall event, Christmas presentation, and other events as needed.
Complete administrative tasks: Oversee all aspects of department administration including payroll, P.O. processing, budget forecasting, purchasing and departmental account tracking.
Develop and/or approve all internal and external communication representing the Concord Church children’s department.
Maintain current background checks.
Maintain and monitor Children’s Ministry Facebook pages and website content.
Coordinate with other staff and church‑wide ministries: Organize paid childcare staffing for applicable events: recruit, interview and process paperwork with financial office.
Coordinate with Youth Pastor to streamline calendaring for families and provide transition for students moving into that department.
Coordinate with Maintenance Director for room repairs, upgrades and equipment.
Coordinate with Missions Director or ministry leaders to teach children to serve by planning regular service projects such as local school projects, Thanksgiving baskets, school supplies, food, Operation Christmas Child, Community Giveaway, Loving and Caring Ministry.
Coordinate with office administration to use Planning Center for activity promotion, attendance, registration, payment and reports.
Serve as liaison between Concord WEE School and Concord Church ministries.
Physical Demands
High energy
Great deal of walking
Some lifting and moving furniture such as folding chairs and tables
Some lifting of children
Extent of Public Contact
Children, families, and volunteers
Concord staff members, local schools and mission organizations
Some public speaking from the stage or on video
Personal Attributes
Jesus‑follower in personal life with evidence of spiritual maturity, humility, and a growing walk with Christ
Heart for children and families, desire to see them formed by Scripture and anchored in the Gospel
Positive attitude, fun, enjoyable
Heart of a servant
Loyal, flexible, organized and a team player who models Christ‑like character in all interactions
Commitment to the mission and doctrine of Concord Church
Supervision – Staff and Volunteers
Staff – up to 2 employees
Regular volunteers for Sundays
Benefits
Competitive Salary
Moving Expenses
Health Insurance
Matching Retirement
Paid Holidays
Paid Vacation
Collaborative Work Environment
Supportive Senior Pastor & Elders
Creative Freedom
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Worksite address
kansas city, MO, 64101, US
Who can apply
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