Childrens Ministry Leader

Anglican Diocese of Ottawa•Ottawa, ON

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Trinity Anglican Church is seeking a Children's Ministry Leader to renew and enhance its ministry with children and their families. The ideal candidate will have a strong Christian faith and be able to guide children and their families in their exploration of faith within the church community. This role involves providing spiritual and faith formation, encouraging a sense of belonging, and fostering community among children and their caregivers.

Requirements

Has experience working with children.
Well-organized and responsible.
An energetic self-starter who will engage with our neighborhood and build our children’s ministry.
Relationship-oriented, who will build strong relationships with our children and youth, our volunteers, leaders, clergy and the broader Trinity and Ottawa South community.
Able to communicate fluently, in person and using email and social media.
An advocate for children and youth within our community.
Someone who isn’t afraid to laugh and be silly with our children.
A strong Christian faith that can be articulated and shared with both children and their parents and caregivers.
Must be able to obtain a vulnerable sector police record check.
Must provide references.

Responsibilities

Work with others to create a strong Sunday experience for children, including age-appropriate learning through play, prayer, story, song, and worship, and linking faith formation at home.
Create a welcoming culture for children, including new children, before, during, and after Sunday worship and at other gatherings. Greet children by name and provide orientation for parents and caregivers.
Enable and support faith and spiritual formation at home by providing take-home materials, seasonal supports, training for parents, and home visits.
Encourage community, gatherings, and worship for children and their families beyond regular Sunday worship.
Communicate well and frequently with children, parents, and caregivers, providing regular contact, encouragement, and pastoral care.
Reach out beyond the existing community through social media, website, local newspapers, neighborhood engagement, and advertising.
Work with the congregation and worship leaders to foster the visible participation of children in worship and church life.
Create and manage a great volunteer culture.
Ensure the safety of children.