Children's Ministry Director - Community Alliance Church

U.S. Church Ministries•Detroit Lakes, MN

About The Position

Community Alliance Church in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota, is seeking a Children's Ministry Director to lead its ministry for preschool through fifth grade. The church is multi-generational and Christ-centered, and values reaching, equipping, and empowering future generations. The director will help children know, love, and follow Jesus and will partner with parents as the primary spiritual influencers in their children's lives. The ministry currently meets on Wednesday evenings from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. and Sunday mornings. Wednesday programming includes Cubbies for preschoolers and Sparks and Ignite for elementary students, with teaching, games, and grade-level small groups. Sunday programming includes age-appropriate preschool classrooms and elementary worship, large-group teaching, and grade-level small groups. The director will also lead seasonal events and Vacation Bible School, support nursery ministry, and work collaboratively with the church staff. The role calls for a spiritually mature, relational, organized, and flexible leader who values discipleship and enjoys serving children, families, and volunteers. A bachelor's degree in ministry, elementary education, or a related field is preferred; equivalent ministry or related experience may be considered instead. C&MA licensure is valued but not required, and support for professional development and credentialing is available for candidates pursuing licensure. The position may require licensing with The Christian & Missionary Alliance.

Requirements

Genuine love for children and their families and a passion for helping children know, love, and follow Jesus.
A vibrant personal walk with Jesus Christ and the ability to lead from spiritual maturity, humility, and dependence upon Him.
Enjoys building relationships with children, parents, and volunteers.
Values relational discipleship and believes caring, consistent relationships with trusted adult leaders contribute significantly to children's spiritual growth.
Values discipleship more than simply running programs.
Organized enough to lead ministry systems while remaining flexible and relational.
Enjoys working as part of a collaborative staff team.
Bachelor's degree in ministry, elementary education, or a related field preferred; equivalent ministry or related experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.

Nice To Haves

Licensure with The Christian and Missionary Alliance is valued but not required.
Interest in pursuing Alliance licensure; support and professional development and credentialing opportunities are available.

Responsibilities

Select, implement, and evaluate curriculum that helps children understand God's Word and engage in meaningful discipleship on Sundays and Wednesdays.
Recruit, train, encourage, and develop volunteer leaders who relationally disciple children and help create a safe, welcoming, Christ-centered ministry environment.
Coordinate nursery ministry schedules and maintain communication with nursery volunteers and parents.
Communicate consistently with families through digital platforms to keep parents informed, connected, and equipped for discipleship at home.
Lead and coordinate children's ministry events throughout the year, including Winter Camp, Fall Fest, Christmas Program, New Year's Eve Party, Tubing Night, Game Night, and Grand Prix.
Provide leadership and coordination for Vacation Bible School, a week-long summer outreach ministry serving church and community families.
Help children discover how God has uniquely gifted them to serve others and participate in His mission.
Partner with parents by providing encouragement, resources, and opportunities for family discipleship.
Attend staff meetings, participate in ministry planning, and contribute to the overall health and vision of the church.
Maintain a growing personal relationship with Jesus Christ and lead with spiritual maturity, humility, and dependence upon Him.