Kids Ministry Pastor & Director: Inspire Disciples

Donelson First Baptist Church; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Donelson First Baptist Church is seeking a First Kids Pastor/Director to provide spiritual and organizational leadership for children from infancy through fifth grade, overseeing preschool and elementary ministries and coordinating with families.

You will recruit and train volunteers, develop curricula, plan major events, manage the budget, and partner with parents to nurture faith at home, while upholding safeguarding policies.

Qualifications

• Ordained, college degree or higher preferred; relevant children’s ministry leadership experience is evaluated during hiring.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead Sunday morning First Kids Worship and age-appropriate programming for infants through fifth grade.
• Organize and lead an ongoing Wednesday evening ministry for children.
• Select, prepare, and distribute biblically sound curriculum and classroom supplies.
• Develop evangelism and discipleship pathways and partner with families to nurture spiritual growth.
• Develop guest engagement and follow-up pathways for first-time families.
• Recruit, screen, schedule, equip, and coach volunteers; provide quarterly training.
• Maintain background checks and CPR readiness; implement child protection procedures.
• Communicate schedules and events to parents, volunteers, visitors, and leadership; manage social communications.
• Plan 3–4 major annual children’s events; coordinate holiday celebrations and promotions.
• Oversee interns and collaborate with other staff; monitor ministry budget and monthly expenses.

Skills

Biblical teaching

Communication

Organizational

Problem-solving

Team-building

Calm under pressure

Initiative

Education

Ordained or pursuing ordination or higher degree

Tools

Planning Center

Church management software

Mac

Microsoft Office

Job description

Donelson First Baptist Church is seeking a First Kids Pastor/Director to provide spiritual and organizational leadership for children from infancy through fifth grade, overseeing preschool and elementary ministries and coordinating with families.

You will recruit and train volunteers, develop curricula, plan major events, manage the budget, and partner with parents to nurture faith at home, while upholding safeguarding policies.