Website Cornerstone Christian Church

About Us

Jesus is at work in the world today. As disciples of Jesus, we join him in his work. We are his hands and feet, his listening ear and voice of truth. Through his church, Jesus is bringing all the goodness of his kingdom to all people.  Countryside is a non-denominational Christian Church. We are passionate about being and making disciples of Jesus. Our beliefs Click Beliefs

 

Job Description

The Children’s Ministry Director at Cornerstone Christian Church is a full-time position (40+ hours per week) and is responsible for the oversight and leadership of the children’s ministry department ages birth through fifth grade and all children’s ministry volunteers.

Our Children’s Ministry is committed to fostering an environment where children feel welcome and safe and where each child can learn and grow. We believe that children play an intricate role in the mission of our church and that developing programs where they learn and serve early is important in their spiritual foundation. The Children’s Ministry Director should be a servant leader who loves children and desires to lead them in developing a personal relationship of their own with Jesus Christ.

 

Reports To

Ultimately accountable to God. Reports directly to the Lead Pastor for open communication amongst all staff members.

 

Requirements
  • Be a committed, immersed Christ-follower.
  • Exhibit a Christ-like attitude and a trustworthy character.
  • Build relationships with all congregational members.
  • Be a servant leader with a passion to grow God’s Kingdom through ministries associated with Cornerstone Christian Church.
  • Understand the importance of confidentiality and professional discernment.
  • Ability to be flexible and think creatively.
  • Ability to work well as part of a team and work effectively in a team setting.
  • Have strong communication skills.
  • Have a cheerful and positive attitude.
  • Have a strong desire to teach and mentor children with patience and an accepting heart.
  • Make your family a #1 priority.
  • Take and use your day off wisely and effectively.
  • Use vacation effectively and wisely
  • Set and meet yearly goals (professionally/personally).
  • Having a bachelor’s degree from an accredited Bible college is preferred but not required. 2-4 years’ experience minimum in leading children and associated ministries.

 

Duties/Responsibilities (include but not limited to):
  • Oversee all children’s ministry activities…
    • Sunday School classes.
    • Sunday Morning Kids worship.
    • Wednesday evening Kid’s Bible study.
    • VBS/Summer activities.
    • Summer camps.
    • Service projects.
    • Other ministries yet to be determined.
  • Connection with students on a regular basis outside of church activities (e.g., school events, extracurricular events, etc.).
  • Recruit, schedule, train, and pray for and with children’s ministry volunteers.
  • Use social media to promote Children’s ministry events/activities.
  • Effective stewardship of the annual children’s ministry budget.
  • Communicate consistently and effectively with parents/guardians of the children involved at Cornerstone Christian Church as well as the parents/guardians of visitors.
  • Establish and maintain positive and healthy relationships with children and their families.
  • Promote the health and safety of all children and volunteers.
  • Keep regular office hours, participate in weekly staff meetings, quarterly Leadership meetings and be generally accessible to the church as a ministry leader.
  • Be a self-motivated leader, capable of casting and imparting vision related to the children’s ministry program.
  • Foster Community Involvement and maintain an “outreach” focus in all activities…
    • Jackson Elementary School partnership.
    • Trunk or Treat.
    • Other outreach ministries yet to be determined.
  • Work in partnership with Youth/Associate Pastor to create and participate in occasional activities with the goal of building relationships.
  • Possess situational awareness.
  • Other duties as assigned by Lead Pastor.

While employees are asked to serve in a variety of roles, each employee’s duties and responsibilities are for the purpose of bringing Glory and Honor to Christ. An employee must exemplify the moral teachings of God’s Word and the teachings of Cornerstone Christian Church. An employee must not teach, advocate, model or in any way encourage beliefs or behaviors that are contrary to the teachings of God’s Word and those of Cornerstone Christian Church.

 

To Apply

Please send cover letter, resume, and references to Jason Whyte at jason@cornerstoneict.church . For questions please email Jason