Family Ministry Coordinator

ROME GROUP; Missouri; On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Kirkwood United Methodist Church is seeking a Part-Time Family Ministry Coordinator to assist the Associate Pastor/Family Ministry Director with curriculum preparation, administrative duties, event planning, and nursery/children’s ministry oversight.

The role requires 15–20 hours per week with Sunday presence, adherence to church policies, and active engagement in church events and outreach.

Qualifications

• High School degree (or equivalent) required.
• At least 1 year of experience in children, youth, and/or family ministry preferred.
• Experience caring for children of various ages and able to adapt to different personalities.
• Background check clearance required.
• Negative TB test within last 3 years and annual flu shot required.
• CPR training for infants and children required.
• Mission/vision minded; able to work autonomously; proficient with social media and technology; strong interpersonal/communication skills; lifelong learner and leadership growth.

Responsibilities

• Schedule volunteers/staff and create monthly Nursery staff schedule.
• Help manage Sunday morning operations of the Children’s Ministry.
• Assist in managing and reordering children’s ministry supplies and curriculum.
• Provide Nursery coverage for events or classes as needed.
• Assist in selecting curriculum for Pre-K, Elementary, and Youth for Sunday school.
• Plan and organize ministry events throughout the year.
• Handle general administrative tasks as directed by Family Ministry Director.
• Update Family Ministry social media and church website content with Communications Director.

Skills

Social media

Interpersonal skills

Autonomy

Technology dexterity

Leadership

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Family Ministry Coordinator

PRINCIPAL ROLE:

The Family Ministry Coordinator assists the Associate Pastor/Family Ministry Director by preparing curriculum, completing administrative duties and planning events and oversight of nursery, preschool and elementary ministry.

Part-Time/Non-Exempt (15-20 hrs per week)

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Volunteer/Staff scheduling, including creating a monthly schedule for Nursery Staff.
• Help manage Sunday morning operations of the Children’s Ministry.
• Assist in managing and reordering children’s ministry supplies and curriculum.
• Provide coverage in the Nursery as needed for special events or classes.
• Assist in selecting curriculum for Pre-k, Elementary, and Youth for Sunday school.
• Assist in the planning and organization of events throughout the year.
• Help with general administration tasks, as assigned by the Family Ministry Director.
• Update and maintain Family Ministry social media and related information on the Church’s website by sharing with Communications Director.
• Other tasks not specifically listed may be required to successfully run the ministry. By nature, Christian Discipleship requires creativity, flexibility, a diverse skill set, development of leaders, and cooperation with the at-large body of Christ. There is a high degree of social interaction required.

SUPERVISION:

The Family Ministry Coordinator reports to the Associate Pastor/ Family Ministry Director.

HOURS AND EXPECTATIONS:

Commitment to Kirkwood UMC’s mission and vision for ministry:

Mission: The United Methodist Church forms disciples of Jesus Christ who, empowered by theHoly Spirit, love boldly, serve joyfully, and lead courageously in local communities and worldwide connections.

Vision: At KUMC, our vision is lived out through four guiding priorities. These aren’t juststatements—they’re invitations to a way of life:

Live With Purpose We encourage one another to live intentionally, rooted in faith and guided by the teachings of Jesus. Whether through worship, study, service, or fellowship, we seek to grow spiritually and make meaningful contributions to the world around us.

Change Lives Through LifeBridge: Developed from a passion to build deeper relationships with members of the community and to find ways to partner with individuals in the long-term work to transform their lives and break cycles of poverty. LifeBridge offers financial education, a low cost food market and clothing closet, financial grants and heart-to-heart tutoring.

Invite the Community In: We open our doors wide to welcome all who seek connection, belonging, and spiritual renewal. Whether you’re exploring faith for the first time or returning after a season away, you’ll find a place here to be known, loved, and supported.

Meet the Community Outside the Walls: Our faith compels us to go beyond Sunday mornings and church buildings. We actively engage with our neighbors, partnering with local organizations, responding to needs, and showing up with compassion wherever we’re called.

A Church For ALL
We believe in a God whose love knows no bounds. Following the radical hospitality of Jesus, we strive to love our neighbors without exception. At KUMC, we welcome, affirm, and invite all people to worship, serve, and lead—regardless of race, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, age, physical or mental ability, economic circumstance, or political perspective.

• 15-20 hours per week with presence required on Sundays You are expected to work all Sundays even if it falls on a holiday. In accordance with applicable KUMC policies, you may take off unpaid 4 Sundays per year, with prior notice given to Associate Pastor/Director of Family Ministry.
• Must complete Safe Gatherings certification and training, including the completion of a successful background check.
• Participation in all church special events, including but not limited to, Easter services, Holy Week services, Christmas Eve services, and Vacation Bible School
• Review and follow Kirkwood UMC Employee Handbook.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• A High School degree (or equivalent).
• At least 1-year experience working in children, youth and/or family ministry is preferred.
• Experience in caring for children of various ages with the ability to adapt and interact with a variety of personalities.
• Satisfactory completion of background check
• Provide evidence of a negative (within the last 3 year) Tuberculin test and evidence of receipt of an annual flu shot.
• Satisfactory completion of CPR training for infants and children
• This position requires the employee to have the following qualities:
• Mission/vision minded
• Work autonomously
• Dexterity with social media and technology
• Good interpersonal/communication skills
• Lifetime Learner and teachable
• Grow spiritually and in leadership