Kids & Family Discipleship Coordinator

Reformed Church in America (Bahrain); Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

MCC is seeking a Kids/Family Ministry Coordinator to implement the discipleship framework for children and families, from birth through 6th grade. The role includes coordinating curriculum, planning family events, and managing volunteers and classroom logistics under the leadership of the Pastor of Discipleship.

The coordinator will recruit and train volunteers, ensure safe environments, and sustain a healthy volunteer culture.

Qualifications

• Must be a mature Christian with a deep and growing relationship with Christ.
• Ability to implement ministry strategies and environments aligned with pastoral vision
• Experience recruiting, training, and coordinating volunteers
• Clear and relational communication with families, volunteers, and staff
• Experience with PreK-6th grade educational and/or ministry environments

Responsibilities

• Implement the discipleship vision for children and families under the leadership of the Director/Pastor of Discipleship
• Coordinate weekly kids ministry environments, including volunteer scheduling, classroom preparation, and curriculum implementation
• Oversee the development and breakout of classrooms based on age segments as MCC continues to grow in young families
• Recruit, train, encourage, and schedule volunteer leaders serving in children’s ministry in person and through digital tools
• Communicate with parents about ministry updates, events, and opportunities for engagement
• Help create safe, welcoming, and developmentally appropriate environments for children
• Assist in planning and executing seasonal events, family gatherings, and discipleship opportunities
• Maintain ministry systems such as attendance, check-in processes, and volunteer coordination tools
• Manage & maintain Church Safe policies to ensure MCC compliance
• Manage the Family Ministry budget

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Volunteer recruitment

Follow-through

Team collaboration

Relational presence with families

Adaptability

Job description

MCC is seeking a Kids/Family Ministry Coordinator to implement the discipleship framework for children and families, from birth through 6th grade. The role includes coordinating curriculum, planning family events, and managing volunteers and classroom logistics under the leadership of the Pastor of Discipleship.

The coordinator will recruit and train volunteers, ensure safe environments, and sustain a healthy volunteer culture.