Children's Director

Temple Baptist Church - Dalton, GA; Dalton (GA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Temple Baptist Church in Dalton, GA is seeking a bivocational Children’s Director to oversee all aspects of children’s ministry, collaborate with staff and volunteers, and align programs with the church’s mission.

Based in Dalton with some in-office meetings, the role focuses on curriculum development, volunteer training, safe environments, and ongoing communication with families. A degree related to education or ministry is beneficial, and a heart for service is essential.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated skills in childcare and teaching in faith-based or educational settings.
• Ability to plan, organize, and run programs and activities for children’s ministry and church events.
• Experience training volunteers or staff for children’s programs and safety.
• Familiarity with social services or compassionate family support.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and leadership skills for collaboration with staff, volunteers and parents.
• Commitment to a Christ-centered lifestyle aligned with Temple Baptist Church mission.
• Knowledge of child safety practices and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Develop curricula and lead age-appropriate Bible teaching.
• Organize and execute children’s events, programs and outreach in coordination with leadership and volunteers.
• Recruit, train and supervise volunteers to support children’s programs.
• Ensure a safe, welcoming environment for children and families.
• Collaborate with pastoral staff and participate in church-wide activities.
• Maintain alignment between children’s ministry and the church’s mission.

Skills

Childcare

Teaching

Event Planning

Volunteer Training

Communication

Leadership

Church Ministry

Education/Ministry background

Education

Degree in Education or Ministry

Job description

Temple Baptist Church in Dalton, GA is a welcoming faith community focused on worship, teaching, and service. The church values a loving, family-oriented environment that reaches out to individuals and families in need of care, support, and healing. Through worship services, group activities, and community outreach, Temple Baptist encourages a well-rounded life of faith, fellowship, and meaningful engagement. Members are invited to use their talents and abilities to serve God and others, finding purpose and fulfillment in the process. The church is an ideal place for those seeking a supportive congregation that embraces both spiritual growth and genuine community connection.

Role Description:

The Children’s Director is a bivocational role based in Dalton, GA, with some in-office meetings. This role oversees all aspects of children’s ministry, including planning and leading age-appropriate Bible teaching, worship experiences, and discipleship activities for children. The Children’s Director organizes and executes children’s events, programs, and outreach initiatives in coordination with church leadership and volunteers. Day-to-day responsibilities include developing curricula, recruiting and training volunteers, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment, and communicating regularly with parents and caregivers. The role also involves collaborating with pastoral staff, participating in church-wide activities, and maintaining alignment between children’s ministry and the overall mission of Temple Baptist Church.

Qualifications:

• Demonstrated skills in Childcare and Teaching, with experience leading children in faith-based or educational settings.
• Ability to plan, organize, and execute programs and activities, including Event Planning for children’s ministry and church events.
• Experience in Training volunteers or staff to support children’s programs and ensure consistent, high-quality care and instruction.
• Background or familiarity with Social Services, especially in providing compassionate support and care to children and families.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with church staff, volunteers, and parents.
• Commitment to a Christ-centered lifestyle and alignment with the doctrine and mission of Temple Baptist Church.
• Organizational skills and attention to safety, including awareness of best practices for child protection and risk management.
• Relevant experience in church ministry or children’s programming; a degree in education, ministry, or a related field is beneficial.