Trinity United Methodist Church, a 3000 member church in Richmond, VA has an opening for a full time Director of Kids Ministries. This position requires the visioning, designing, and implementing of a comprehensive ministry for discipling the next generation, ages birth through fifth grade.
Responsibilities
Recruit and equip volunteers to lead Kids’ Sunday Morning discipleship opportunities.
Provide oversight, coordination, and supervision of Church nursery and midweek childcare.
Envision and support volunteers in Kids Ministry through the Church Year: Advent, Christmas, Lent, Easter, Kids Worship Service, and new opportunities.
Resource and support Vacation Bible School and Upward Sports Ministry
Vision and create emerging midweek and/or small group Kids Ministry opportunities and mission experiences.
Resource Trinity’s Child Protection policy.
Supervision
The Kids Director will work closely in cooperative staff relationships and report to the Senior Pastor and the Staff Parish Relations Committee.
Core Competencies
Must have a passion for kids and introducing them to the stories of our faith and the excitement of Christian discipleship.
Must have a vibrant and self-evident faith in Jesus Christ.
Bachelor’s Degree preferred
Prior Experience in Kids Ministry, Christian Education, and volunteer management is beneficial.
Ability to relate to and support the parents and families of Trinity’s kids.
Ability to follow the vision of the Senior Pastor, work within a team, and be self-directed.
Compensation and Terms of Employment
Salary and benefits will be based on experience and qualification. A criminal background check is required before hir