Kids Ministry Lead — Weekend Programs & Volunteers

SUN VALLEY COMMUNITY CHURCH; Gilbert (AZ); Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

SUN VALLEY COMMUNITY CHURCH is seeking a Kids Coordinator to lead Preschool, K-3, and Pre-Teen 456 environments during weekend services, ensuring safe, relational, and engaging experiences. You will recruit, develop, and lead volunteers and collaborate with campus teams to support events and ministry activities.

The role requires strong leadership, communication, and a passion for kids ministry, with the ability to align with SV Kids' vision and doctrinal standards.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to drive projects and strategies through to completion.
• Creativity and problem-solving skills.
• Effective team-building and motivation abilities.
• Strong verbal and written communication with kids and adults.
• Demonstrates spiritual maturity and character aligned with church leadership.
• At least one year of experience in theatrical production or related fields.
• At least one year of leadership experience in church settings with kids and volunteer development.
• Supports the mission, vision, and values of SV Kids.
• Aligns with SVCC mission, vision, leadership distinctives, and doctrinal statement.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for the assigned group each weekend at each scheduled service and during special events.
• Serve as contact for Midweek childcare workers and assistants at the campus.
• Implement the SV Kids program and curriculum in an age-appropriate, fun, engaging manner.
• Develop a team of volunteers and cultivate a leadership culture (recruitment, development, training, reproduction).
• Encourage team leaders through prayer, spiritual direction, and a creative, relational environment.
• Participate in Next Gen and SV Kids staff meetings and other events.
• Coordinate with other campuses to execute the SV Kids vision and budget oversight.
• Stay current with kids culture and ministry trends.

Skills

Volunteer leadership

Team building

Communication

Project management

Church ministry

Relational leadership

Job description

SUN VALLEY COMMUNITY CHURCH is seeking a Kids Coordinator to lead Preschool, K-3, and Pre-Teen 456 environments during weekend services, ensuring safe, relational, and engaging experiences. You will recruit, develop, and lead volunteers and collaborate with campus teams to support events and ministry activities.

The role requires strong leadership, communication, and a passion for kids ministry, with the ability to align with SV Kids' vision and doctrinal standards.