Director of Children's Ministry

First Baptist Atlanta; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

First Baptist Atlanta is seeking a Director of Children's Ministry to provide spiritual and operational leadership for ministry to children in grades K-5. The role focuses on creating a Christ-centered environment where children hear the Gospel and grow in their relationship with Jesus Christ, and are connected to the life of the church.

The position requires a mature faith, alignment with FBA's beliefs, and experience in leading children's ministry, staff, and volunteers.

Responsibilities

• Provide spiritual and operational leadership for Children's Ministry in alignment with FBA's mission.
• Plan, oversee, and evaluate a comprehensive ministry for children in grades K-5.
• Ensure biblical teaching, curriculum, and discipleship are consistent with Scripture and FBA's Statement of Faith.
• Oversee Sunday School, missions education, VBS or equivalent programming, music, events, and other ministry opportunities.
• Create a welcoming environment that connects children and families to the life of FBA.
• Recruit, train, equip, and lead staff and volunteers with clear expectations, accountability and encouragement.
• Develop strategies for ministry growth, outreach, follow-up, and engagement with children and families.
• Develop annual ministry goals, programming …
• Collaboration …

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Director of Children's Ministry provides spiritual and operational leadership for FBA's ministry to children in grades K-5, creating a Christ-centered environment where children hear the Gospel, grow in their relationship with Jesus Christ, and are connected to the life of the church.

QUALIFICATIONS

1. Must have a growing and mature personal relationship with Jesus Christ
2. Must align with FBA's Statement of Faith, beliefs, mission, and values
3. Must be a current member of FBA or enrolled in First Class with the intention of becoming a member within the first three months of employment
4. Bachelor's degree in a relevant field strongly preferred
5. Previous experience serving or leading in Children's Ministry required
6. Demonstrated ability to lead staff and recruit, train, and equip volunteers
7. Strong interpersonal, relational, verbal, written, and presentation skills
8. Ability to develop and implement short- and long-range ministry goals, programs, and procedures
9. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
10. Must support and model FBA's culture and service expectations, including the Red Carpet Standard (H.E.A.R.T.) and 3M Strategy

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Provide spiritual and operational leadership for Children's Ministry in alignment with FBA's mission
2. Plan, oversee, and evaluate a comprehensive ministry for children in grades K-5
3. Ensure biblical teaching, curriculum, and discipleship are consistent with Scripture and FBA's Statement of Faith
4. Oversee Sunday School, missions education, VBS or equivalent programming, music, events, and other ministry opportunities
5. Create a welcoming environment that connects children and families to the life of FBA
6. Recruit, train, equip, and lead staff and volunteers with clear expectations, accountability and encouragement
7. Develop strategies for ministry growth, outreach, follow-up, and engagement with children and families
8. Develop annual ministry goals, programming …
9. Collaboration …

ADDITIONAL DUTIES

1. Support the overall ministry and mission of FBA
2. Model an authentic Christian witness through personal conduct, relationships, and servant leadership
3. Conduct performance evaluations for direct reports as required
4. Maintain confidentiality and comply with applicable FBA and Family Ministry policies
5. Pursue appropriate ministry and professional development
6. Perform other related duties as assigned
7. Faithfully tithe income