Full Time Children's Director

Job Description

Church: Heath Church of Christ

Position: Birth-4^th Grade Children’s Director

Employment Status: Full-time 

Interested persons may send a resume and references to office@heath.church

Position Summary

The Children’s Director provides vision, leadership, and coordination for the spiritual formation of children from birth through 4th grade. This role ensures a safe, engaging, and biblically sound environment where children and families are nurtured in faith, equipped for discipleship, and encouraged to participate fully in the life of the church.

A full job description can be found at www.heath.church/jobopenings

Faith & Character Expectations

• Immersed believer in Jesus Christ and active member of the Church of Christ.
• Models a Christ-centered lifestyle in personal, family, and professional relationships.
• Demonstrates strong biblical knowledge and commitment to New Testament teaching in line with HCC doctrine.
• Passion for children’s ministry and for leading young people to know, love, and follow Jesus.
• Commitment to prayer, discipleship, and servant leadership.

Primary Responsibilities

1. Teaching & Discipleship
• Oversee curriculum selection, preparation, and teaching strategies for all children’s classes (Birth–4th grade).
• Provide age-appropriate Bible teaching, worship, and activities that build a strong spiritual foundation.
• Partner with parents to equip them as the primary spiritual leaders of their children.
2. Leadership & Volunteer Development
• Recruit, train, and support teachers, volunteers, and helpers.
• Build a healthy team culture that values encouragement, accountability, and spiritual growth.
• Provide regular training and resources for children’s ministry workers.
3. Administration & Organization
• Develop and oversee weekly programming, special events, Vacation Bible School, and seasonal activities.
• Manage ministry budget, supplies, and classroom resources.
• Implement safety and security policies to protect children and volunteers.
4. Communication & Collaboration
• Maintain regular communication with parents, families, staff, and church leadership.
• Coordinate with other ministry areas (youth, worship, outreach, etc.) for church-wide unity.
• Provide reports and updates to elders or supervising minister as requested.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Christian Education, Ministry, Child Development, or related field (preferred).
• Minimum 2–3 years of experience in children’s ministry or equivalent (volunteer leadership may be considered).
• Strong organizational, administrative, and communication skills.
• Ability to connect with children and families in a warm, approachable, and caring manner.
• Commitment to ongoing spiritual and professional growth.

Personal Attributes

• Creative, enthusiastic, and flexible in ministry approach.
• Team player with collaborative spirit.
• Demonstrates patience, compassion, and joy in serving children and families.
• Strong moral character and integrity in alignment with biblical standards.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary commensurate with experience and education.
• Benefits package as determined by the church (health, retirement, paid time off, etc.).
• Opportunities for continuing education and ministry development.

Contact Information

Interested persons may send a resume and references to office@heath.church