Children's Ministries Director

ST ANDREWS PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH•Newport Beach, CA

16d•$58,333 - $97,000•Onsite

About The Position

St. Andrew’s is a vibrant and well-respected community church seeking a dynamic, authentic Children’s Director to play a vital role in advancing our mission: to love our community and shape culture by equipping every generation to follow Jesus. This leader will help oversee and nurture a high-quality, fun, and relationally rich ministry experience for children from birth through 5th grade—one that is Christ-centered and designed to help kids discover their God-given identity, belonging, and purpose. They will also contribute to building and sustaining a clear, integrated faith pathway that connects seamlessly with our broader children and student ministries.

Requirements

Maintain a personal relationship with Jesus that includes personal habits, accountability, and corporate worship.
Bachelor’s degree, Masters preferred, plus minimum of three years church related experience required.
An active participant of St. Andrew’s who affirms the mission, values and mission of both the church and family ministries department.
A radical commitment to address conflict directly and in love.
Pursue ongoing personal and professional development through reading, conferences, networking, and staying updated on current trends and resources in children’s ministry.
A commitment to collaboration.
An openness to growth and feedback.

Responsibilities

Genuinely love kids!
Assist in the execution of spiritual formation curriculum that fosters deep, meaningful engagement with faith among children and their families.
Maintain a pipeline of volunteer identification, training, development, and multiplication providing opportunities and mentorship for volunteers to grow in ministry opportunities and leadership (Middle and High School volunteers, congregants, etc.).
Champion faith milestones for kids and families (baptism, dedications, etc.).
Participate and help organize outreach events such as VBS, Fall Fest, etc.
Partner with parents: communicating and connecting often and effectively.
Ensure compliance with all licensing procedures, facility requirements, and all safety standards.
Participate in weekly Family Generations and Children’s Ministry team meetings.
Be mindful of program budget.
Coordinate with the broader church leadership to ensure the Children’s Ministry aligns with overall church goals and initiatives.
Assist in the coordination of children participation in main church service as needed.
Strengthen community engagement through organizing volunteer-led events.
Seek and pursue serve opportunities with parents and kids.
Assist in the administration of the day-to-day operations of the Children’s Ministry.