4th & 5th Ministry Coordinator

Community Bible Church; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Bible Church seeks a dedicated 4th-5th Grade Ministry Coordinator to support the Director/Pastor in planning weekend worship, small groups, and ministry programming for 4th-5th graders. You will supervise gatherings, recruit and train volunteers, and nurture relationships with families and volunteers.

This full-time role requires strong organizational and communication skills, plus a heart for ministry to preteens. Weekend services and some weekday planning are included.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 3+ years in volunteer development/oversight.
• Experience with upper elementary-aged children.

Responsibilities

• Plan and support environments for 4th-5th grade ministry during weekend worship and programs.
• Supervise Preteen worship gatherings and lead small groups.
• Recruit, train and empower volunteers for Preteen ministry.
• Maintain ministry spaces, safety, and supplies.
• Communicate with families, visitors and other ministries.
• Maintain volunteer rosters and schedules; manage data in church database.
• Oversee Preteen events and budgets.
• Participate in ministry training and growth.

Skills

Planning & coordination

Leadership

Volunteer recruitment

Communication (written & verbal)

Teamwork

Adaptability

Organization

Tech literacy (Google Docs, etc.)

Education

Bachelor's degree

3+ years related experience

Tools

Google Docs

Microsoft Office

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

The 4th & 5th Grade Ministry Coordinator is responsible for assisting and supporting the 4th-5th grade Director/Pastor in all aspects of the ministry. Preteen Ministry at CBC serves 4th-5th grade students and provides weekend worship gatherings designed to help students grow in their relationship with Christ, engage with God's Word, and experience community.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Plan and prepare environments that provide opportunities for 4th-5th grade students to experience the love of Jesus Christ through weekend worship gatherings, small groups, and ministry programming.

• Supervise and support all aspects of Preteen worship gatherings during weekend services, including teaching large group lessons and leading small groups.

• Build relationships with and consistently encourage and pray for parents, students, and volunteers connected to the ministry

• Recruit, train, and empower by encouraging volunteers to minister to Preteen students

• Responsible for all ministry areas, ensuring cleanliness, order, safety, and security of all rooms, equipment, and supplies

• Communicate on behalf of the Preteen Ministry with visitors, parents and other ministry departments

• Create and maintain volunteer rosters and schedules and communicate with volunteers as needed

• Maintain accurate student and family information in the church database

• Ability and willingness to regularly fulfill all ministry roles within the ministry

• Oversee the purchase/acquisition of supplies specific to the ministry

• Plan, coordinate and, and oversee Preteen events throughout the school year, including Fancy Friendsgiving, Preteen Fiesta, and Preteen Summer Hang, the ministry's largest annual event

• Assist with planning and execution of other Preteen programs and initiatives throughout the school year.

• Participate in training programs, courses, and/or other aspects of professional growth as approved or directed by the 4th-5th grade Director/Pastor

• Other duties as assigned by the 4th-5th grade Director/Pastor

• Support assimilation by tracking and following up with first-time guests and new believers through writing cards and making phone calls.

• Assist with occasional Wednesday evening activities, including baptism nights, revival nights, and other special ministry events.

COMPETENCIES

• People person, energetic, manager, recruiter

• Excellent people skills

• Has professional manner and high energy level; exhibits a positive attitude

• Teamwork ethic

• Accepts new ideas and challenges and is highly motivated

• Strong Leadership Ability

• Excellent organizational skills

• Strong Communication Skills, both written and verbal

• Knowledge in computer technology and the Internet (Google Docs, social media, presentation software, etc.), including the ability to learn new programs easily

• Knowledge of all CBC safety standards and procedures of the church and those specific to children's ministry

POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK

This is a full-time position (40 hrs.) per week. Exempt. Weekend services Saturday and Sunday. Flexible schedule available for weekday office hours Monday-Thursday. Evening responsibilities may include occasional Preteen events and activities throughout the school year. Annual events include, but are not limited to, Preteen Fancy Friendsgiving, Preteen Fiesta, and Preteen Summer Hang, the ministry’s largest annual event.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to do the following:

• Must have good or corrected vision as well as effective peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus

• Must have good manual dexterity and be able to use repetitive motion of the hands and arms

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time

• Must be able to move about the Preteen space and storage rooms to perform a variety of tasks

• Must be able to frequently and effectively communicate in both written and verbal form

• Must be able to frequently lift fixtures or supplies up to 40 pounds

• Must be able to potentially lift children up to 75 pounds as needed

• Occasional reaching, stooping, kneeling, bending, and crouching

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree

• 3+ years related work experience in volunteer development and oversight

• Experience and knowledge pertaining to working with upper Elementary-age children

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Duties are performed in a variety of settings to include, outside, office and technical settings where the work and general environment may be fast-paced and hectic at times. Therefore, it is essential that the employee can effectively handle the normal anxieties associated with the job and manage multiple projects in a service-oriented environment. Environmental noise levels are minimal.

OTHER DUTIES

• Must exemplify The CBC Way of Honor, Hospitality, Hustle, High Capacity, and Humility

• Must be willing to work weekends and occasional special events

• CBC Member, genuine desire to serve God and the Church

• Must live a life beyond reproach 1 Timothy 3

• Maintain daily disciplines of Bible study and prayer

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.