Kids Ministry Director

Multiply Church; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Multiply Church in Wilmington, NC seeks a Kids Ministry Director to shepherd birth through 5th grade, fostering spiritual growth and community. You will plan Sunday morning kids church, provide materials, and recruit volunteers while building relationships with kids and families.

You will collaborate with church staff to support missions, attend camps, and adapt programming as growth occurs, maintaining a Christ-centered, welcoming environment.

Qualifications

• Experience leading children’s ministry or equivalent program management.
• Ability to recruit and train volunteers for ongoing service.
• Strong planning and execution of kid-focused programs and events.

Responsibilities

• Provide biblical teaching and spiritual guidance for kids birth–5th grade.
• Plan and oversee Sunday morning kids church, services, and events.
• Recruit, train, and support volunteer leaders.
• Manage ministry communications, scheduling, and resources.
• Build relationships with kids and families, offering pastoral support.
• Collaborate with church staff to align with mission and vision.
• Attend camps and special ministry events as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Volunteer recruitment

Curriculum planning

Event planning

Pastoral care

Job description

Kids Ministry Director

Position Summary

The Kids Ministry Director provides leadership for the church's ministry of birth through 5th grade by fostering spiritual growth, building relationships, equipping leaders, and creating opportunities for kids to grow as disciples of Jesus Christ.

Reports To

Family Ministries Director

Primary Responsibilities

Spiritual Leadership

• Provide biblical teaching, discipleship, and spiritual guidance for kids.
• Lead kids toward a growing relationship with Jesus Christ.

Ministry Development

• Plan and oversee kids services, small groups, events, camps, retreats, and outreach opportunities.
• Create a welcoming environment that encourages kids participation and growth.

Leadership & Administration

• Recruit, train, and support volunteer leaders.
• Manage ministry communication, scheduling, budget, and resources.

Pastoral Care

• Build meaningful relationships with kids and families.
• Provide encouragement, mentoring, and pastoral support as needed.

Church Collaboration

• Work closely with church staff and volunteers to support the mission and vision of the church.
• Participate in church-wide events and leadership meetings.

Expectations

• Model a Christ-centered life marked by integrity, humility, and servant leadership.
• Support the church's mission, values, and statement of faith.
• Maintain flexibility for evening, weekend, and special ministry events.
• Pursue ongoing personal and spiritual growth.

We are asking:

• Plan and prepare for Sunday morning kids church.
• Provide materials and curriculum for kids ministry.
• Schedule and recruit kids ministry volunteers monthly.
• Go to camp with kids.

Note:

• We welcome vision and change as growth continues and this can be adjusted to reflect that in the future.