Job Openings at BCWC

Director of Children’s Ministry | Part-Time, Weekly

Ministry Purpose:

The Director of Children’s Ministry (DCM), in partnership with the BCWC congregation, will lead  and coordinate a ministry for children (preschool through elementary) and their families so that  children discover their identity as one who is loved by God and learn to share God’s love with  the people in their young lives.

Ministry Scope:

1. Program Development 

a. Establish with the Board of Christian Education and pastors the vision, purpose and  goals for all Children’s Ministries consistent with overall BCWC mission and vision.

b. Oversee and coordinate the Kids for Christ (age 3 years - 5th grade) Sunday  Morning Worship Experience. 

c. Teach the children to apply the Bible to their life concerns. 

d. Present children’s message twice a month. 

e. Support and encourage the efforts of families to raise their children in Christian  faith. 

f. Encourage the children to serve in the life of BCWC. 

g. Coordinate with the praise band director and pastors the Family Christmas Eve  Service. 

h. Participate in the planning/facilitating of summer program(s). 

i. Coordinate a quarterly community “outreach” program for children / families. 

2. Personnel / Training 

a. Ensure knowledge of and adherence to BCWC’s Protection Policy by all Children  Ministry Volunteers. Work with BCWC Administrative Assistant to coordinate  volunteer clearances. 

b. Obtain, coordinate, and communicate with volunteers and youth helpers for all  children’s ministries. 

3. Administration 

a. Partner with the CE board on annual budget allocations for Children’s Ministries;  review and manage line items throughout the year. 

b. Choose and maintain adequate curricula, supplies and other materials needed  to support all Children’s Ministry programs. 

c. Oversee upkeep of pre-school and KFC rooms in coordination with Board of  Christian Education. 

Ministry Qualifications:

1. Education & Experience: Experience working with children and their families and  organizing volunteers in Christian ministry preferred; related college study of benefit. 

2. Competencies & Expectations: The DCM must have a strong personal faith in Jesus  Christ, agree with the mission and core values of BCWC, seeking to live as a disciple of  Jesus Christ; have a passion for ministry to children and families; possess strong  interpersonal skills and relate well with children, families, volunteers, and paid staff; be a  team player and a leader; be a good organizer and effective in delegating tasks to  volunteers; be a good manager and steward of the financial resources of the Children’s  Ministries program, seek continued personal and professional growth; and have  knowledge of American Baptist Church Life / Theology or be willing to develop said  knowledge.

Resources & Training Provided: 

Ongoing continuing education opportunities and annual Safety & Abuse prevention training.

Performance Review: 

Performance reviews will be given annually. These reviews will be conducted by the Senior  Pastor in coordination with the SRC and CE Board.

Vacation & Sick Time: 

4 weeks (Sundays) paid & an optional 3 weeks (Sundays) unpaid. Unpaid weeks are  extrapolated and deducted from regular payroll over the course of the year.

To Apply:

Email resume and cover letter to pastorevan@bcwc.org