Kids Ministry Lead - Temporary

The Austin Stone Counseling Center•Austin, TX

About The Position

As part of the Kids team at The Austin Stone Community Church, the Kids Ministry Lead (KML) will be responsible for leading and implementing ministry within their congregation including ministerial and administrative tasks, Sunday execution, relationship development, congregation-wide events, and budget management. The KML will report to the Family Ministry Director.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent required, Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, preferred.
2 years of experience in leading kids ministry or a related field
Previous experience shepherding kids and parents in the gospel

Nice To Haves

Experience leading volunteer team of more than 20 people, preferred

Responsibilities

Ensure the faithful execution of curriculum, Sunday ministry, policies, childcare, and volunteer screening in accordance with church safety policies.
Recruit and lead volunteer teams for Sunday Kids ministry programming.
Support equipping efforts, ongoing spiritual formation, and pastoral care of volunteers for Kids ministry programming.
Oversee weekly supply ordering and on-site storage of materials.
Develop parent relationships and facilitate regular and effective communication with parents about programs, teaching, resources, and general promotion of the Kids Ministry to the Congregation.
Collaborate with congregation leadership and provide timely and effective communication.
Support Central Kids ministry events and strategies in collaboration with other Kids Ministry staff at other congregations
Maintain records and steward the allotted ministry budget.
Support the elders and CP/CXP in the pastoral care of families.
Assess and report on ministry effectiveness and make improvements as needed.
Support learning environments on relevant topics for parent discipleship, and lead parents through childhood milestones such as Parent/Child Dedication, baptisms, and the transition out of Kids ministry.
Attend and participate in all required events and activities for The Austin Stone, including all Sunday services (including major holidays), staff meetings, prayer meetings, special events, Central Kids Ministry events, continuing education events, training opportunities, etc.