· To develop and maintain spiritually based Children’s ministries for birth – 5^th grade at Emmanuel United Methodist Church (EUMC) consistent with the theology and discipline of the United Methodist Church; and, to demonstrate ethical and spiritual behavior appropriate to the leadership in a United Methodist Church, reporting to the Associate Minister.

· To advance the vision of the church to be a vital and growing community where Christ is transforming lives.

§ Develop a clearly defined vision and strategy for discipleship within the Children’s Ministry.

§ Build and develop the Children’s Ministry Leadership Team, which consists of key committed and gifted volunteers.

§ Recruit, lead, train, and develop passionate and dedicated volunteers for children's ministry.

§ Plan and execute seasonal events including Vacation Bible School for approximately 160 children.

§ Maintain, supervise and train a nursery staff for birth – 5 years old.

§ Ensure strong communication with parents including weekly email distribution.

§ Select curriculums for all programs.

§ Provide oversight and planning for all aspects of Children’s Ministry programming, including:

· Sunday morning Children’s Worship – 8:50 and 11:00 a.m. services

· Sunday School

· Wednesday Night programming

· Outreach events

· Family events/programming

§ Provide oversight to Children’s Ministry budget and help develop the budgetary needs for upcoming years.

§ Ensure staff and volunteers have required training including safe sanctuary.

§ Plan and coordinate ministry program and events with other staff and attend weekly staff meetings.

§ Serve on the Emmanuel United Methodist Kindergarten Advisory Board.

· Must be multi-task oriented, organized and thorough.

· Possess ability to work with a minimum of supervision.

· Strong faith and theology consistent with the United Methodist Church.

· Ability to work in a team environment with church staff, parents and the church community.

· Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate proficiently with staff, members, volunteers and children.

· Ability to be a team player and flexible in fulfilling needs as requested.

· This is a full-time position salaried position (exempt).

· Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to include evenings, weekends or holidays, and as events dictate.

· Must be available on Sunday mornings and Wednesday evenings.

· Bachelor’s degree required.

· Proficiency with MS Office and email.

· Ability to pass a general background security investigation.

· Demonstrable leadership skills with a history of leading growing children’s ministries.

· Valid driver’s license required.

901.754.6548

Emmanuel United Methodist Church

2404 Kirby Road

Memphis, TN 38119

Emmanuelmemphis.org

Organization: Emmanuel United Methodist Church

Contact: Emmanuel UMC

Phone: 9017546548

Closing Date: 09/26/2022

Emmanuel United Methodist Church

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