Director of Children's Ministries

Evangelical Free Church of America; Centennial (CO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Fellowship Community Church (FCC) in Centennial, Colorado, seeks a part-time Director of Children’s Ministries to lead birth through 5th grade ministry and support families. The role reports to the nextgen pastor and focuses on vision, discipleship, and a Christ-centered environment.

You will recruit and train volunteers, manage curriculum (The Gospel Project) and calendars, and collaborate with staff to create a safe, engaging ministry for children and families.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and communication abilities.
• Experience leading volunteers and teams in children's ministry.
• Christ-centered character and collaborative spirit.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and oversight for Sunday morning children’s ministry.
• Recruit, train and develop children’s ministry volunteers.
• Partner with the nextgen pastor to develop vision and goals.
• Oversee nursery, preschool and elementary ministry teams.
• Coordinate special events and ensure a welcoming ministry environment.
• Communicate effectively with families, volunteers and church.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team building

Job description

The Director of Children’s Ministries will work alongside with and report to the nextgen pastor to provide leadership, vision and oversight for FCC’s Children’s Ministries. This person will help create an environment where children can "Connect with Christ, Connect in Community and Connect to Culture," while partnering with parents and volunteers in the discipleship of the next generation.

Key areas of responsibility include:

• Providing leadership and oversight for Sunday morning children’s ministry
• Recruiting, training, encouraging and developing children’s ministry volunteers
• Partnering with the nextgen pastor to develop ministry vision, discipleship strategies and goals
• Supporting and supervising nursery, preschool and elementary ministry teams
• Overseeing special events such as Vacation Bible School, Trunk or Treat and elements of church-wide events
• Maintaining a welcoming, safe and excellent ministry environment for children and families
• Communicating effectively with families, volunteers and the broader church
• Managing curriculum (we use The Gospel Project), resources, ministry calendars and the children’s ministry budget

Who We’re Looking For

We are looking for someone who has a growing relationship with Jesus Christ, loves children and families, and desires to see the next generation follow Jesus. The ideal candidate will be a strong communicator, organized leader, team builder and encouraging presence who can work collaboratively with both staff and volunteers.

Previous experience serving in children’s ministry and leading volunteers is preferred. Candidates should be committed to the mission and ministry of Fellowship Community Church and demonstrate a Christ-like character in their relationships and leadership.

Why FCC?

This is an opportunity to step into an established ministry with a strong team of volunteers, supportive church leadership and a healthy staff culture. You won't be building the ministry alone—you'll be joining a team that values collaboration, relationships, excellence and having fun while serving Jesus.

About this Church

Fellowship Community Church (FCC) is a Christ-centered church in Centennial, Colorado, seeking a part-time director of children’s ministries to lead and develop our ministry to children from birth through 5th grade and their families.

We believe ministry is best done together, and one of the strengths of FCC is our positive, collaborative staff culture. Our staff works closely together, supports one another and genuinely enjoys serving alongside each other. The director will join a committed and encouraging team of children’s ministry staff and volunteers who love Jesus and are passionate about helping children grow in their faith.