Kids Club Coordinator

Wheaton Bible Church; West Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Paid Holidays

403b program

Job summary

Wheaton Bible Church (WBC) in the Chicago suburbs is seeking a part-time Kids Club Coordinator to lead our multi-ethnic midweek ministry for K–5 and to support Sunday morning Kids Life programming.

You will recruit and develop volunteer leaders, design and implement relevant curricula, and collaborate across departments to help families grow in faith while aligning with WBC values. This role requires God-centered leadership, a heart for children, and a commitment to discipleship.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a high-energy children’s ministry in a church.
• Degree in Children’s Ministry or related field, or equivalent ministry experience.
• Spanish fluency is a preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee weekly Kids Club programming for K–5.
• Recruit, equip, and support volunteer leaders.
• Develop discipleship events, resources, and experiences.
• Partner with parents to reinforce biblical truths at home.
• Collaborate with Kids Life Ministry and cross-department initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Discipleship

Communication

Team development

Pastoral care

Education

Degree in Children’s Ministry

Equivalent ministry experience

Job description

Part-time: 25 hours per week (includes Sundays, Wednesday evenings, and occasional special events)

Wheaton Bible Church (WBC) is a dynamic, thriving multiethnic church community seeking to live out our mission toLove God, Love One Another, Love our Neighbors, and Love the Nationsin the Chicago suburbs and globally with our 90+ sent missionaries and indigenous partners. We currently hold worship services in both English and Spanish while providing space, care, and leadership coaching for 5 additional ethnic language fellowship groups. Additionally, we serve our local community through West Chicago’s largest social service provider Puente de Pueblo by providing case management services for families, adult literacy programming, and after-school programming for children and youth.

The Kids Club Coordinator provides leadership and oversight for our multi-ethnic midweek ministry serving children in grades K–5. This role is responsible for the development and implementation of Kids Club programming, the recruitment, development, and support of ministry partners, and collaboration in elementary and family ministry events throughout the year. The Coordinator also works to build strong partnerships with parents, equipping and encouraging them as they disciple their children. The Kids Club Coordinator helps advance the Purpose, Mission, and Values of Wheaton Bible Church by contributing to our vision of seeing people Love God, Love One Another, Love Our Neighbors, and Love the Nations.

Programming and Curriculum (40%)

Oversee and coordinate programming and curriculum for Wednesday evening Kids Club serving children in grades K–5. Collaborate with the Kids Life Team to support and strengthen Sunday morning ministry, and develop and implement discipleship events, resources, and experiences that align with and advance the values and goals of Kids Life Ministry.

Leadership Development (25%)

Develop and strengthen core teams of servant leaders who help lead and support Kids Club. Recruit, equip, disciple, and care for current and future leaders to foster a healthy and growing ministry.

Recruit – Develop and implement effective strategies, opportunities, and processes for recruiting new leaders.

Train – Plan and facilitate regular training, equipping, and discipleship opportunities that help leaders grow in their ministry skills and spiritual maturity.

Care – Build meaningful relationships with leaders, provide encouragement and support, recognize their contributions, and promote a healthy leadership culture that supports the growth of the ministry.

Parent Engagement (20%)

Partner with, encourage, and pray for parents as they disciple their children. Develop opportunities and resources that equip parents to discuss, teach, and reinforce biblical truths at home. Maintain clear and consistent communication to keep parents informed and engaged in Kids Club, while building relational connections that make the ministry accessible and supportive to families.

Kids Life Ministry Development (10%)

Contribute to the development and overall effectiveness of Kids Life Ministry through active participation in Kids Life team meetings and collaboration on cross-departmental initiatives. Support efforts that strengthen alignment, collaboration, and ministry effectiveness across Kids Life.

General Church Staff Involvement (5%)

Participate as a member of the WBC staff team and contribute to the broader ministry of the church. Participate in staff development and prayer, as well as church-wide ministry initiatives and events, including Christmas and Easter services and programs, CareFest, and Missions Fest. Maintain a high degree of confidentiality regarding member information, pastoral care, counseling, and correspondence. Be available to assist with general church responsibilities and ministry initiatives as needed and contribute to the overall effectiveness of WBC’s ministry.

Core Qualifications

Demonstrate a commitment to personal holiness and ongoing growth in your relationship with God, modeling a life of faith and discipleship for others. Character is paramount.

Demonstrate a commitment to prayer and the study and application of God’s Word.

If married, demonstrate a commitment to loving and honoring your spouse in accordance with Scripture. If you have children, demonstrate a commitment to discipling them to know and love God.

Pursue ongoing professional, personal, and spiritual development.

Demonstrate a commitment to the biblical mandate of making disciples and developing others as disciple-makers.

Display enthusiasm, passion, and commitment to the local church.

Requirements

Experience leading a high energy children’s ministry, preferably within a larger church context.

Degree in Children’s Ministry, Christian Ministry, Education, or a related field, or equivalent ministry experience.

Spanish fluency is a preferred.

Values

Disciple-Maker — Understands how to disciple others and intentionally develop disciple-makers.

People-Focused — Prioritizes people and relationships while effectively leading ministry programs.

Multi-Ethnic Lens — Demonstrates a love for and biblical understanding of multi-ethnicity, with the ability to navigate and contextualize ministry within a growing multi-ethnic church.

Multi-Generationally Focused — Pursues meaningful engagement across generations and understands how age-specific ministry contributes to the health of the whole church.

Leader Developer — Invests in mentoring, training, and coaching others, emphasizing team development over individual accomplishment.

Collaborator — Pursues church-wide unity, alignment, and shared ministry effectiveness rather than ministry success in isolation.

Innovator — Able to assess the needs of the ministry and culture and take thoughtful, faith-filled risks to pursue effective ministry.

Gifting

Spiritual gifts and demonstrated ability in leadership and teaching.

A demonstrated commitment to active disciple-making.

Ability to recruit, train, equip, oversee, and develop volunteer leaders.

Ability to supervise and lead staff and volunteer teams.

Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to navigate a wide range of people and situations.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with children, parents, volunteers, and staff.

Strong organizational skills, including goal setting, planning, management, and follow-through.

Church Alignment and Commitment

Demonstrate alignment with and commitment to supporting the ministries of Wheaton Bible Church in fulfilling its mission, vision, and values.

Affirm and agree with the WBC Statement of Doctrine and Faith and WBC Statement of Christian Lifestyle.

Become an active member of and participant in the life and ministry of Wheaton Bible Church.

Benefits:

Part-time position that are scheduled for 20+ hours are eligible for PTO, Paid Holidays, and may participate in the 403b program.