Childrens Pastor

Summit Church; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Summit Church in San Antonio seeks a Children’s Pastor to guide vision and programming for kids from infants through 5th grade, including weekend services, mid-week care, and special events.

You will partner with parents and the Kids Ministry Team to build a Biblical foundation, recruit volunteers, and collaborate with the Next Generations Coordinator on events like Kids Camp and VBS. Compensation is $45,000 yearly.

Qualifications

• Ministry degree preferred, but not required.
• High school diploma or GED.
• 3+ years of children’s ministry leadership preferred.
• Eligible to work in the U.S.
• Knowledge of Outlook, Microsoft 365, and Planning Center.
• Agreement with church vision and faith.

Responsibilities

• Provide vision, strategy, and programming for children from infants to 5th grade.
• Develop strategies to reach new children and families via social media and marketing.
• Lead and train Kids Ministry staff and volunteers.
• Communicate events and activities to parents and Summit Staff.
• Collaborate with Next Generations Coordinator on Elementary Ministry Events (Kids Camp, VBS, Chosen Kids, Christmas).
• Oversee ministry resources and approve purchases; observe and analyze team effectiveness.
• Attend ministry meetings and trainings.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Time Management

Communication Skills

Customer Service

Independence

Organizational Skills

Education

High School Diploma

Ministerial Degree preferred

Tools

Outlook

Microsoft 365

Planning Center

Job description

The Children's Pastor reports to the Next Generations Pastor and will provide vision, strategy, programming, and development for children, infants – 5th grade, including weekend services, mid-week childcare, and special events. The primary goal is to be the Pastor who helps children develop their relationship with Jesus Christ by partnering with parents and the Kids Ministry Team to encourage their children and help families to set a Biblical foundation in their children's lives. Responsibilities: Provides pastoral care and friendly service to children and their families Develops strategies for reaching new children & families through social media and other marketing Ensures the Kids Ministry team connects with children and families Communicates with parents and Summit Staff regarding upcoming events and activities for Kids Ministry Recruit, train, and develop a team of Summit Kids Ministry staff and volunteers Set specific, measurable goals to ensure that the vision and purpose of the ministry is being achieved Attend all ministry meetings and trainings Create interactive lessons based on God's Word with the goal of introducing children to Jesus Christ and Biblical Discipleship using worship, crafts, activities, object lessons, etc., appropriate for their age MINISTRY EVENTS Collaborate with the Next Generations Coordinator by creating themes/lessons and casting vision for Elementary Ministry Events which include but are not limited to Kids' Camp, VBS, Chosen Kids, and Christmas activities. Collaborate with other Summit Church departments and participate in Corporate Events including but not limited to Summit Life, Easter events, Volunteer Appreciation Party, Chosen, and Christmas Blast ADMINISTRATION Oversee Kids Ministry resources & approve purchase ideas that the Kids Ministry team wishes to submit Utilize all church management software to observe and analyze the Kids Ministry team's effectiveness Knowledgeable about all measures of ministry growth Answer questions and concerns that may arise with professionalism and knowledge of Summit's corporate culture. Qualifications: Ministry degree preferred, but not required High school diploma or GED diploma 3+ years of Children's Ministry leadership experience preferred, but not required Agreement with our church’s vision, goals, and statement of faith Basic knowledge of Outlook, Microsoft 365, and Planning Center 2+ years of administrative experience Must be eligible to work in the U.S. COMPETENCIES Analytical Skills Required: analyze different information and accurately determine the order of importance Time Management Skills Required: Prioritize tasks and adhere to the deadlines set by oversight Communication Skills Required: ability to communicate clearly and effectively in writing and speaking while adapting to communication style to suit different audiences Customer Service Skills Required: maintain a positive attitude, friendly face, and have charisma when interacting with families, children, and volunteers Must be able to work independently with little or no supervision Must have excellent organizational skills and acute attention to detail Compensation: $45,000 yearly

• Provides pastoral care and friendly service to children and their families
• Develops strategies for reaching new children & families through social media and other marketing
• Ensures the Kids Ministry team connects with children and families
• Communicates with parents and Summit Staff regarding upcoming events and activities for Kids Ministry
• Recruit, train, and develop a team of Summit Kids Ministry staff and volunteers
• Set specific, measurable goals to ensure that the vision and purpose of the ministry is being achieved
• Attend all ministry meetings and trainings
• Create interactive lessons based on God's Word with the goal of introducing children to Jesus Christ and Biblical Discipleship using worship, crafts, activities, object lessons, etc., appropriate for their ageMINISTRY EVENTS
• Collaborate with the Next Generations Coordinator by creating themes/lessons and casting vision for Elementary Ministry Events which include but are not limited to Kids' Camp, VBS, Chosen Kids, and Christmas activities.
• Collaborate with other Summit Church departments and participate in Corporate Events including but not limited to Summit Life, Easter events, Volunteer Appreciation Party, Chosen, and Christmas BlastADMINISTRATION
• Oversee Kids Ministry resources & approve purchase ideas that the Kids Ministry team wishes to submit
• Utilize all church management software to observe and analyze the Kids Ministry team's effectiveness
• Knowledgeable about all measures of ministry growth
• Answer questions and concerns that may arise with professionalism and knowledge of Summit's corporate culture.

Compensation: $45,000 per year