Kid Ministry Coordinator

Newlands Church•Katy, TX

About The Position

Here at Newlands Church we believe Newlands Kids exists to equip the next generation to develop an intimate relationship with God and walk out the call of God on their life. We want every child to come in and feel equipped for their every day life. This ministry exist to partner with the entire family unit to help in raising up world changers that impact the world around them. We will do this by helping children Know God, Belong to Family, Discover their Purpose, and Build the Kingdom and help parents and care givers with tools they need to equip the world changers they are raising. We see a ministry that communicates intentionally to the care-givers and helps children develop character and every day tools to carry them through life.

Requirements

Ability to communicate the Gospel through various creative means to children of all ages and their parents
Proficient written and verbal communication skills
Ability to have positive and negative conversations with leaders, staff, and parents
Have a heart for excellence
Team building and leadership skills
Must be detail oriented
Operational and project management
Ability to multi-task
Solution oriented
Strategic thinking
Conflict resolution
Being willing to check in with your leaders to ensure you have their heart in major decision making
Adaptability
Positive attitude in approach to problem solving
Must be able to sit for long periods of time
Be comfortable with being fully engaged and excited
The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 lbs. and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 lbs.
Highly self motivated
Detail oriented
Leads effectively
Proactive
Teachability
Strategic thinking
Submitted to authority and overall vision of Newlands Church
Microsoft Office
Planning Center Online
ProPresenter
Slack, Basecamp
High School Degree (some college or college degree is a plus)
All Staff must be a member or become a member of Newlands Church upon employment

Nice To Haves

CPR Certification preferred or willing to complete
Ministry Safe, Sexual Abuse training
1-2 years of experience recruiting and organizing volunteers is preferred

Responsibilities

Modeling Biblical Priorities
Committing to a daily quiet-time with God.
Participating in a Newlands Church small group on a regular basis.
Setting appropriate boundaries to protect character and integrity.
Developing personal evangelism opportunities within and outside the church.
Supporting the ministries of Newlands Church by faithfully tithing.
Adhering to and encompassing the Core Vision and Values of Newlands Church employees
Ensure all volunteers spots are scheduled in each Newlands Kids classrooms, which includes maintaining a list of substitutes and filling gaps up until services happen.
Help the Kids Team recruit new Build Team members during weekend services, Growth Path classes, church events, etc.
Help onboard new volunteers by providing training and shadowing opportunities
Manage Build Team workflows and processes in the database
Manage communication channels with Build Team members, including email, text, Slack and Basecamp
Create appreciation opportunities and systems for Build Team members
Assist the Kids Team in all ways needed to prepare classrooms for the weekend.
Ensure all lesson materials and resources are prepared for the weekend
Help research, evaluate and select curricula as needed
Upload and organize all media needed to execute the lessons in all classrooms and for portable locations
Train volunteers on the curriculum during onboarding and conduct regular training updates for all volunteers
Maintain communication with Build Team members in all communication channels, including email, text, Slack and Basecamp to ensure they have lesson plans early enough to prepare for the weekend
Plan and coordinate curriculum modifcations for special needs kids and work with the Build Team Coordinator to train dedicated volunteers
Make sure all areas are working together to create an excellent and welcoming atmosphere. Areas include: kids check-in, mother’s room, and all kids classrooms
Help oversee Coaches and Captains and provide support as needed.
Lead team huddles before each service to provide vision and direction for the day
Regularly check on all BT leaders and members and help Kids Pastor evaluate effectiveness and provide feedback and additional training as needed
Be ready to jump into any room for a moment to assist in hectic times and bring the classroom back to order and peace
Help schedule Build Team members for all special events where Kids Ministry is provided, including overseeing contract workers if applicable
Weekly Oversight with Kids Pastor
All Staff
Department Meetings
Build Team Check-in Meetings
Pastoral Meetings as needed