Kids Ministry Assistant

Illuminate Community Church•Scottsdale, AZ

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is primarily responsible for helping kids grow in their personal relationship with God and inspiring and equipping them to follow Jesus. This is accomplished by performing administrative duties for the ministry, coordinating and facilitating childcare for Illuminate Ministry events that offer childcare and walking alongside Illuminate families and volunteers.

Requirements

Maintains strict confidentiality and sound judgement when handling sensitive information related to church operations, staff, and congregants.
Demonstrates strong verbal and written communication skills.
Works effectively in a team-oriented environment, collaborating with staff, volunteers, and ministry leaders.
Displays initiative, reliability, and strong organizational skills.
Able to manage multiple responsibilities while maintaining attention to detail and professionalism.
Functions effectively both behind the scenes and in public-facing situations, depending on ministry needs.
A committed follower of Jesus Christ whose life reflects biblical character and aligns with Illuminate Community Church’s Statement of Faith, Position Statements and Staff Handbook.
Demonstrates a high level of personal and professional integrity, striving to live above reproach in both personal life and ministry responsibilities.
Supports and promotes a Christ-centered work environment, contributing positively to staff unity and the mission of the church.
Serves as a Christlike example to the church body, fellow staff and the broader community through conduct, attitude, and relationships.
Demonstrates humility, teachability, and a servant-hearted approach to ministry.
Supports and participates in the overall ministry and mission of Illuminate Community Church.
Attends required staff meetings and church events (including Easter and Christmas) as requested.
Performs other duties as assigned to support the effectiveness of the ministry and staff team.

Responsibilities

Oversee all onsite events requiring childcare.
Communicate with Ministries to schedule childcare services or volunteers to meet their event needs.
Prep all supplies for each event – check-in clipboards, check in stations, open/prep classrooms needed, then close/clean classrooms used.
Check in with volunteers and monitor hallways.
Plan and implement a structured plan during all childcare events.
Organize, manage, and support weekday volunteers (childcare, classroom cleaning, ect).
Maintain the social media presence of the Kids Ministry.
Assist with the planning, prepping and execution of special events (Easter family event, Easter services, VBS, Back to School Family Event, Christmas family event, Christmas Eve Services).
Work closely with the Kids ministry staff and volunteers, assisting with any needs that may arise.
Interact with parents, families and children to provide a warm and welcoming environment.
Help oversee logistics of all services on Sunday (classroom preparation, registration, check-in (opening & closing stations), classroom activities, etc)
Create and maintain a safe and welcoming environment for guests, kids and their families ensuring areas are free of hazards and clutter free.
Help ensure that Kids Ministry volunteers adhere to the policies and procedures while in classrooms and on campus.
Maintain clean and organized rooms, storage areas and workspaces in kids areas.
Build relationships with kids and families.
Help effectively communicate with volunteers and parents regarding curriculum, promoting the vision and upcoming events.
Maintain volunteer training and safety procedures.
Participate in staff and departmental meetings.
Other related tasks as required.