Campus Kids Pastor

The Crossing Church•Chesterfield, MO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This full-time position is responsible for the leadership, vision, and execution of the Kids Ministry at the Chesterfield campus. This person in this position will develop, encourage and support all volunteers and paid staff (if applicable) to ensure the campus is performing at a high capacity. This person will build relationships with kids and families and will resource and equip parents as they follow God’s command to help their child know, follow and trust Jesus. This person is responsible for utilizing volunteers and paid staff (if applicable) to execute the strategies and systems of KidsCrossing to ensure activities/classes for kids and families are safe, engaging, and provide opportunity for spiritual growth. The Kids’ Ministry Pastor must possess strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to lead both adults and children in ministry. The ideal candidate for this position will have a passion for Jesus Christ, the vision of The Crossing and helping children and families take steps on their spiritual journey.

Requirements

BS or BA or minimum of 5 years’ experience leading kids’ ministry
3-5 years’ experience in children’s ministry or education (multi-site preferred)
Experience leading volunteer teams
Experience leading paid staff (preferred, but not required)
Knowledge of child development and current kids’ culture
Attend a service at one of The Crossing campuses on a weekly basis
Passionate about their relationship with God
Baptized after making the thoughtful decision to follow Christ
Regard the Bible as God’s final authority in all areas of Christian life and desire to be wholly obedient to it
Wholeheartedly affirm The Crossing’s Statement of Faith, including our view on Baptism
Live a lifestyle consistent with scriptural principles

Nice To Haves

Display a calling to both Kids’ ministry and The Crossing
Display a desire to champion families and help them thrive
Demonstrate strong spiritual health
Resolve conflict biblically
Understand and live out of healthy boundaries
Display a high sense of self-awareness and emotional intelligence
Able to maintain healthy relationships within and across ministries
Effective communication skills (written, interpersonal and verbal)
Able to relate and interact with both kids and adults and hold conversation with each in a professional manner
Capable of reading a situation and problem solving in the moment
Leadership (Spiritual Gift)
Discernment (Spiritual Gift)
Administration (Spiritual Gift)
Humility – must be a team player
Unflappable nature – able to “roll with the punches” and navigate under pressure
Teachable/Coachable
Self-Driven

Responsibilities

Be a translator of and cast vision clearly and frequently to ensure all volunteers are continuously folded into the culture of The Crossing
Be a skillful team builder and invest in volunteers to ensure KidsCrossing can operate at max capacity
Equip volunteers to feel comfortable serving in their role
Empower volunteers to serve in their sweet spot and utilize their gifts
Connect volunteers so they know they belong
Celebrate volunteers so they feel valued and appreciated
Develop a dynamic leadership team of volunteers (Coaches) that can be handed ministry responsibilities and help you lead others
Utilize strategic and intentional opportunities for the purpose of encouraging, equipping and discipling parents (1:1 Conversations, Classes, Digital Communication, Milestones)
Implement systems, policies and procedures agreed upon by KidsCrossing team to ensure unity and consistency across sites, safe and secure environments, and efficient use of staff and team members
Lead, develop, encourage and support kids’ staff at your campus (if applicable)
Collaborate with Director of Kids’ Ministry to develop and oversee the budget so it effectively and wisely utilizes church resources and maximizes ministry opportunity
Demonstrates a knowledge and confidence in Scripture
Able to effectively navigate the art of leading a Serve Profile or pastoral conversation
Champion unity throughout all Crossing Ministries and campuses
Be accessible (including non-office hours) to volunteers, families, and other attenders for pastoral care
Participate in pastoral meetings and any other duties assigned to pastors at The Crossing