Elementary Coordinator

Preston Trail Community Church•Frisco, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Elementary Coordinator provides visionary, relational, and hands-on leadership for Preston Trail’s Elementary Ministry (Kinder–5th grade) in partnership with the TrailKids Pastor. This role exists to help kids find and follow Jesus by creating a discipleship pathway that connects, equips, and empowers both kids and volunteer leaders. The ideal candidate is a passionate communicator, relational shepherd, and strategic team builder who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative ministry environment. They love elementary students, believe in the power of small groups, and are committed to forming a healthy volunteer culture where leaders are Known, Trained, and Celebrated.

Requirements

Deep, growing relationship with Jesus Christ that is evident through character, humility, and integrity.
Alignment with Preston Trail’s mission, beliefs, and values (https://prestontrail.org/about/aboutus).
Embodies our staff culture values: Self-Leadership, Positive Attitude, Team Mindset, Healthy Relationships, and High Performance.
Passionate about elementary school students and committed to relational discipleship through small groups.
Must complete our assessment here within 48hrs of applying
Strong communicator, both on stage and in conversation, who can connect biblical truth to real-life issues.
Experienced team builder and relational leader who inspires others to serve with excellence and joy.
Proven ability to lead within a large, fast-moving ministry context or educational environment.
Familiarity with child development and the ability to engage with kids at their social, emotional, and cognitive level.
Thrives in collaboration and finds joy in teamwork across the broader Next Gen staff.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Apple OS, Planning Center Online, and Adobe Creative Suite.

Responsibilities

Champion Preston Trail’s discipleship strategy through a small group–based model that helps kids take consistent next steps toward Jesus.
Foster a culture where every kid is known by name, cared for by a leader, and connected in authentic community.
Build relationships with kids and leaders through intentional presence - on Sundays, at events, and during everyday moments that matter.
Equip kids and leaders to live out their faith through service and missional opportunities.
Recruit, train, and shepherd a high-impact volunteer team that embodies the heart of Preston Trail’s Next Gen culture.
Create leadership pipelines that develop volunteers to become disciple-makers and future ministry leaders.
Cast clear vision and provide ongoing encouragement, coaching, and celebration for your team.
Build and shepherd the Elementary Coach team to enable high-capacity, passionate leaders to step up in leadership as they know, train, and celebrate their grade-level small group leaders.
Collaborate with the TrailKids team to ensure biblically sound, culturally relevant, and high-energy weekly gatherings.
In partnership with the TrailKids Pastor, develop and lead creative events that facilitate discipleship and parental connection.
Work with the Parent Communications Director to partner with parents (as the primary spiritual influencer in their student’s life) by providing resources, communication, and connection points.
Collaborate with the TrailKids Curriculum Coordinator to provide parents with intentional resources to extend what is taught on Sundays into the home.
Under the direction of the TrailKids Pastor, develop and manage a ministry calendar, budget, and systems that ensure smooth and strategic ministry operations.
Work with our Next Gen Connections coordinator to oversee the first time guest experience and transition into a consistent small group.
Maintain excellence in communication, registration, and safety protocols for all elementary events and environments.