General Job Description: Are you a faithful follower of Jesus and passionate about Kids Ministry? We have an amazing ministry opportunity for you! We are searching for a Kids Ministry Director who will oversee the ministry to all children, from birth through 5th grade. They are responsible for the implementation of a Kids Ministry that inspires the love of God to take root in each child and grow into a lifelong journey of faith. The Kids Ministry Director will lead a growing team of volunteer leaders, partner with families from a diverse community, and collaborate with a staff team that is excited to support them.

Church Description: The Church At Severn Run is seeking an energetic leader who will pursue the church’s mission to reach as many people as possible by creatively revealing the love of the Father through the life of the Son in the power of the Holy Spirit. Our church is located in Severn, Maryland – which is nestled between Baltimore, Annapolis, and Washington, D.C. We are passionate about wholistic missions, community outreach, and reaching the next generation. The Church At Severn Run aims to “love well, live Jesus, and believe big”. We are excited for this new season of life and ministry! We believe that ministry is joyful, the potential is limitless, and that God is good in every season. We are praying for someone to join our team who shares our mission and passion for kids ministry.

Ministry Specific Responsibilities:

Cast the vision for a vibrant Children’s Ministry that will allow kids to experience God in a relevant and relational way. Help us make the Gospel not only heard, but seen and felt.
Develop a dynamic leadership team of volunteers by providing resources and training, and by implementing appreciation strategies.
Oversee weekly programs and environments for Kids Ministry that are age aware, mission minded, and engaging. Our programs and environments are currently existing in two main areas: our Preschool area and our Elementary area. Our regular Kids Ministry programs run during our Sunday morning services.
Develop and nurture a Kids Ministry environment for children with special needs. We aim to build a sensory room in our Preschool area and provide excellent ministry opportunities for ALL children and families.
Implement and evaluate strategies to ensure children are known, loved well, and safe. This includes check-in tools and procedures, attendance tracking, first time guest follow up, and safety policies for leaders and Kids Ministry spaces.
Be family focused by partnering with our Student Ministry. The Kids Ministry and Student Ministry will work together to collaborate and support each other. Together, they will create a wholistic discipleship strategy that will serve and minister to parents and kids from birth through 12th grade.

Qualifications:

Be a faithful follower of Jesus Christ, continually learning and growing
Embrace a vibrant vision for Kids Ministry consistent with our mission
Demonstrate flexibility; be a grace-filled problem solver
Continue to study and grow in knowledge and practical ministry strategies current with culture, trends, and societal changes
College degree and experience in related fields preferred
Be relational and intentional with kids, leaders, parents, and staff

To Apply:

Please submit your resume with at least 3 references (cover letter optional)
The Church At Severn Run offers benefits along with paid salary, and we will discuss specifics of compensation further into the hiring process.

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