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Job Title: Kids Ministry Director/Pastor
Accountable to: Executive Pastor
Salaried/Hourly: Full-Time – 24–40 hrs./week (depending on candidate)

About Horizon Church: At Horizon Church, our purpose is clear: Through Jesus, we walk with people to find healing for yesterday, purpose for today, and vision for tomorrow. Our mission is to help people by encountering God’s presence, living out His Word, and equipping people together. We envision a diverse community of Jesus followers transforming lives, families, neighborhoods, and nations.

The Kids Ministry Director/Pastor plays a central role in fulfilling this mission by creating safe, Spirit-filled, and relational environments where children (birth–grade 6) encounter Jesus, grow in their faith, and partner with their families in discipleship.

• Provide overall vision, leadership, and strategy for Kids Ministry in alignment with the church’s mission and vision.
• Lead and oversee weekly Sunday kids’ programs (nursery, preschool, elementary).
• Recruit, train, equip, and coach volunteers for all areas of Kids Ministry.
• Equip and resource parents to disciple their children at home.
• Organize seasonal kids’ ministry events (VBS, camps, holiday events).
• Ensure all ministry environments comply with Horizon’s child protection and safety standards.
• Manage scheduling, communication, supplies, and budgets.
• Collaborate with other staff to integrate Kids Ministry into church life.
• Other duties as assigned.

• A leadership style that is committed to equipping others to do ministry.
• A humble and teachable heart with Christlike character.
• Shepherd’s temperament; relational and encouraging.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to cast vision, build and equip teams, and lead leaders.
• Solid biblical foundation and ability to teach children and teach others to teach children.
• Skilled in administration, organization, and program management.
• Creative, adaptable, and collaborative in a team environment.

• 2–6 years of ministry experience (children’s ministry preferred).
• Degree, diploma or some training in Biblical Studies, Theology, or Education preferred.
• Interest and willingness to pursue ministry licensing and ordination if requested.
• Experience leading or co-leading teams in a church with weekly attendance 400+.
• Track record of equipping parents and volunteers to disciple kids.

• Abiding in Christ through prayer, Scripture, and personal devotion.
• Evidence of growing fruit of the Spirit and character development.
• In alignment with Horizon’s Statement of Faith, Purpose, Mission, Vision, and Values.
• Faithful in church attendance, participation in church life, and regular giving.
• Models integrity, humility, and servant leadership.
• Relationally engaged with staff and congregation.
• Participates fully in staff prayer, meetings, and team culture.
• Committed to ongoing growth toward Christlikeness and excellence in ministry.

This is a Part-time pastoral role that could be full time depending on candidate fit (25–40 hours). It includes Sundays, weekday office presence, and seasonal ministry demands.