Kids Club Area Leader (Part-Time)

Crossroads; Ohio; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established community-focused organization is seeking a passionate Kids Club Area Leader to guide and inspire teams in a vibrant environment. This part-time role involves leading volunteers, executing engaging weekend experiences, and nurturing the growth of both children and leaders. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, a commitment to community values, and the ability to connect with diverse groups. Join this dynamic team and make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and families, all while enjoying a flexible schedule that accommodates weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and communication skills required.
• Experience in early childhood education is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead specific teams in Kids’ Club and ensure alignment with vision.
• Recruit and train volunteers, providing ongoing support.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Communication Skills

Project Management

Team Building

Flexibility

Self-Initiative

Education

Experience in Early Childhood Education

Experience in Leading Teams

Job description

Join to apply for the Kids Club Area Leader (Part-Time) role at Crossroads Church (Cincinnati, OH)

ABOUT CROSSROADS:
Crossroads Church is a multi-site, interdenominational church located in the Midwest. Our Churches are located primarily in Ohio and Kentucky, and we have an online presence that serves thousands of people monthly.

Job Title: Kids' Club Area Leader
Location: Cleves, OH
Status: Part-Time

Job Summary:
Leads specific teams in Kids’ Club. Works with KC Director to ensure movement in the same direction and vision as Kids’ Club and the Crossroads community. Responsible for leading all aspects of specific areas/teams including physical environment, execution of weekend experiences, volunteers, communication, weekday administration, etc. This role will require strong Project Management skills.

Responsibilities & Duties:

• Identify key volunteer leaders, build into them, and challenge them to grow spiritually and in their leadership role, ultimately reproducing themselves.
• Recruit new volunteers to all teams and see they receive the training and encouragement they need. Clearly communicate expectations and vision.
• Successfully execute curriculum goals for these age groups as determined by KC Site Support Team.
• Lead all training sessions for volunteers in these age groups--working with the Site Director/KC team.
• Connect with volunteer teams during the weekend experience to encourage, challenge, and oversee what the kids and volunteers are experiencing. Provide on-the-spot training as needed to volunteers.
• Successfully implement policies/procedures for these areas as determined by KC Site/Site Support.
• Deliver appropriate feedback to KC Site Director and Site Support concerning experiences, policies/procedures, and execution of Kids’ Club/Crossroads vision.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Should have strong leadership skills
• Able to connect with kids, parents, and volunteers
• Able to develop leaders and build volunteer teams
• Able to work in and contribute to a team environment
• Must be a self-initiator and have a teachable spirit
• Able to effectively communicate with staff and leaders
• Demonstrate flexibility, responsibility, dependability, and follow-through
• Ability to see the big picture and simultaneously attend to details
• Understand budget constraints and operate within those boundaries.

Special Requirements:

• Experience in early childhood, either professionally or in a volunteer capacity
• Experience in leading teams of people
• Must commit to expectations detailed in the Child Protection Policy.

Physical Requirements:

• Performs effectively under pressure and against strict time constraints.
• Must be able to work in common office conditions (sitting at a desk, working on a computer for 60 minutes at a time, etc.)
• Must be able to walk up to 3 miles and lift 25-50lbs.

Scheduling / Travel Requirements:

• Must be willing and able to work most weekends (including holidays like Christmas and Easter) and work flexible hours (holidays, evenings as needed).

CROSSROADS STAFF QUALITIES:
Qualities all staff teammates should exhibit:

• Mission Oriented: committed to the Crossroads mission and expectations in the staff “I Promise” document, including using the Bible as the ultimate standard of truth, practicing spiritual disciplines, tithing, and pursuing personal purity.
• Availability: Expected to work outside of “normal” schedule for All Hands on Deck high-impact events (Holy Week/Easter, Super Bowl, Christmas, others as needed), participate in all-staff meetings, day of solitude, offsites, etc.
• Authenticity: communicates clearly, directly, and honestly, even under stress, with a sustained positive attitude and demeanor.
• Personal Leadership: envisions, energizes, and enables others to operate at full potential.
• Collaborative Self-starter: thrives as an individual contributor and works well on a team.
• Proactive Problem Solver: takes initiative to understand departmental objectives, adapts to changing and fluid environments, and proactively solves problems.
• Humility: puts others above self and takes ownership of mistakes.
• Learner: desires growth and learning from others.
• Flexibility: Able to quickly shift between projects as organizational direction and needs change, able to balance competing priorities successfully.

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Part-time

Job function: Sales and Business Development

Industries: Religious Institutions