KidCity Elementary Director

Church Of The City; Spring Hill (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Church Of The City seeks a dynamic kids ministry director to oversee Sunday elementary programming and the overall Kids City environment. You will recruit, train, and lead volunteers while shaping engaging weekly experiences for children and families.

The role requires a commitment to the church’s beliefs, strong organizational skills, and the ability to collaborate across teams in a fast-paced setting. On-site role in Spring Hill, TN.

Qualifications

• High school level education required; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Experience in educational settings or children’s ministry preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 20 lbs is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Sunday elementary environment as the primary point person.
• Prepare and execute engaging weekly programming and materials.
• Recruit, train, and care for elementary volunteers, building a healthy team.
• Build a weekday volunteer team to support Sunday prep and expand ministry capacity.
• Coordinate KidCity events and partner with the KidCity Pastor for alignment.
• Collaborate with church leadership to align curriculum, events, and priorities.
• Attend required team, staff, and all-staff meetings.

Skills

Effective communication

Emotional intelligence

Conflict resolution

Google Suite

Time management

Detail oriented

Team player

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Google Workspace

Job description

Summary:

This position is responsible for managing the weekly programming and Sunday experience for elementary-aged kids. This role prepares and oversees the Sunday environment, builds and develops a strong volunteer team, and helps create engaging experiences that support the mission and vision of KidCity. The director also helps plan and execute KidCity events and partners with the KidCity Pastor and citywide KidCity team to ensure alignment across locations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (other duties may be assigned):

• Manage the Sunday elementary environment, serving as the primary point person.
• Prepare and execute engaging weekly programming, including large group experiences, small group activities, take-home materials, slides, ProPresenter, and other curriculum elements.
• Recruit, schedule, train, develop, and care for elementary volunteers, including small group leaders, assistants, storytellers, hosts, and tech volunteers, while building a healthy and sustainable team.
• Build and support a weekday volunteer team to assist with Sunday preparation and expand the capacity of the elementary ministry.
• Manage and assist with KidCity and other COTC events and experiences, including but not limited to Mother-Son, Daddy-Daughter, camp, leader training, holiday experiences, and other ministry events.
• Partner with the KidCity Pastor and citywide KidCity team to align curriculum, events, volunteer development, and ministry priorities.
• Participate in required meetings, including team meetings, staff meetings, one-on-ones, and monthly all-staff gatherings.

Required Competencies and General Skills:

A successful candidate possesses competency and demonstrated experience in effective communication, emotional intelligence and conflict resolution.

Must possess general computer skills, including proficiency with Google Suite. Maintains confidentiality and demonstrates strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail. Capable of adhering to deadlines, managing multiple diverse assignments, and executing tasks effectively. Exhibits practical time management skills and works well in team settings. Demonstrates innovation by suggesting improvements within the scope of work, anticipating needs, and creating efficient, effective processes. Self-motivated, takes ownership of tasks, and shows flexibility and adaptability in dynamic situations. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust and connection. Flexible, collaborative, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.

Membership Requirement:

Church of the City employees are required to become a Stakeholder of the church within the first 6 months of employment and agree to the beliefs, standards and responsibilities outlined in the Stakeholder Agreement.

Qualifications:

A Christian in submission to the authority of the Scriptures and the Holy Spirit, as evident in lifestyle. Subscribes to and is in complete agreement with the Church of the City's Statement of Faith. Represents and upholds Church of the City's mission, vision, and culture by demonstrating a strong work ethic, positive attitude, and learning posture. The incumbent is willing to become a stakeholder of COTC within six months of hire.

The criteria listed below represent the knowledge, skill, experience, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Qualifications include but are not limited to:

Education

A High School Level education, or its equivalent required; baccalaureate degree is preferred.

Experience

A satisfactory equivalent of education, training, and experience in related fields and/or educational disciplines, sufficient to qualify for the position’s requirements.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to lift or carry up to 20lbs

Ability to sit for extended periods

Ability to work at a keyboard and other related equipment

Ability to move about to accomplish tasks related to role