Kids Care Team Member

Good Shepherd Lutheran Church; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Irvine, CA is seeking an Interim Kids Ministry Director to provide leadership and oversee the Kids Ministry, ensuring a safe, welcoming, and Christ-centered environment for children and families.

The role emphasizes stability, supportive leadership, and maintaining existing systems, with responsibility for supervising volunteers, coordinating activities, and communicating with families.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in childcare, babysitting, or ministry.
• Pass background check and maintain safety policies.
• Warm, patient, dependable demeanor with strong communication.
• Models Christ-like character in tone and actions.
• Able to work 4–8 hours weekly and adapt to schedule.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and care for children during services and events.
• Engage children in age-appropriate activities and simple lessons.
• Monitor and ensure safety, never leaving children unattended.
• Assist with setup and breakdown of childcare rooms.
• Greet families, communicate updates, and coordinate with staff.

Skills

Experience with children

Strong communication

Patience

Dependability

Christ-like character

Job description

Our Interim Kids Ministry Director provides leadership and oversight for Good Shepherd’s Kids Ministry. This role focuses on ensuring the ministry continues to operate smoothly, Servant Leaders are supported and equipped, and children and families experience a safe, welcoming, and Christ-centered environment.

This individual will prioritize stability and strong support for Servant Leaders while maintaining the ministry’s existing systems and rhythms. The right candidate is organized, relational, and passionate about helping children grow in their faith while creating a warm and inviting ministry environment for families.

Part-time, Hourly, Non-Exempt Position

$16.90/hour, 4–8 hours per week

Supervise and care for children during designated services and events

Engage children in age-appropriate activities, play, and simple lessons or crafts as needed

Monitor children closely at all times and never leave children unattended

Respond calmly and appropriately to childcare needs

Assist with setup and breakdown of childcare rooms before and after events

Safety & Supervision

Follow all church child safety policies, including background check and mandatory reporting requirements

Follow all check-in and check-out procedures without exception; no child is released to anyone other than the authorized parent or guardian

Report any incidents, injuries, or safety concerns to the Kids Ministry Director promptly

Maintain confidentiality regarding any family or child-related concerns

Family Communication

Greet parents and guardians at drop-off and give a brief update at pick-up, including how the child did and any incidents

Communicate respectfully and clearly with parents regarding their child’s time in care

Communicate promptly with the Kids Ministry Director regarding scheduling conflicts, supply needs, or concerns

Scheduling & Availability

The Table gatherings—as scheduled Sundays from 11:15am to 2:00pm

All Generations Journey Group gatherings—as scheduled Wednesday evenings from 6:00pm to 8:00pm

MomCo meeting days and times—2nd Saturdays of each month from 8:45am to 10:30am

Additional church events as scheduled, including evenings and weekends as needed

Confirm availability in advance for scheduled events and notify the Kids Ministry Director as early as possible if unable to attend

Complete the full duration of the assigned event, including cleanup

Organizational Structure

Reports to the Kids Ministry Director

Works alongside other Kids Care Team Members and ministry servant leaders (volunteers)

Supports the broader kid's and family ministry of Good Shepherd

Qualifications

Must be at least 18 years old

Experience working with children; babysitting, teaching, nannying, or ministry experience preferred

Ability to pass a background check

Warm, patient, and dependable demeanor

Strong communication skills with both children and parents

Treats every child with patience, kindness, and respect, regardless of behavior challenges

Models Christ-like character in tone, language, and actions at all times

Additional Information
All Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Staff:

Love Jesus and call themselves Christians.

Display Christ-like attitudes and behavior through personal conduct and lifestyle.

Coachable and open to feedback and growth.

Do Whatever It Takes to serve the mission of the church and support the team.

Are actively Growing in Christ through their personal faith and participation in the life of the church.

Create a Warm and Inviting environment for everyone who walks through our doors.

Show accountability in their role and on the team.

Exhibit a passion to build God’s Kingdom.

Invest in Good Shepherd’s community of faith.

Attend Good Shepherd and participate regularly.