Karen Preschool Ministry Director

Aspire Church•Jacksonville, FL

About The Position

The Preschool Ministry Director engages, equips, and empowers parents to make disciples of their preschool-aged children through relational support and quality, Bible-centered preschool ministry programming. This position provides leadership to the preschool ministry in alignment with Aspire Church’s mission and NextGen strategy.

Requirements

Loving and relational leadership style
Strong organizational and administrative skills
Problem-solving mindset
Servant’s heart with a willingness to submit to church leadership and sensitivity to the Holy Spirit
Ability to lead with confidence both on and off the stage
Self-motivated and dependable
Active Christian and member of Aspire Church Karen
Supportive of the mission, values, and culture of Aspire Church
Experience in children’s or student ministry required.

Nice To Haves

Experience in educational leadership or early childhood environments preferred.
Experience recruiting and leading volunteers strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Plan and oversee Bible-centered programming specific to preschool-aged children.
Collaborate with the NextGen Program Team to ensure ministry alignment with church-wide vision and priorities.
Recruit, train, schedule, and support volunteers serving in preschool ministry environments.
Ensure all preschool ministry volunteers complete required background checks and training in accordance with Aspire Church policy.
Maintain a safe, welcoming, and developmentally appropriate environment for preschoolers and families, in coordination with the Facility Director and established church safety policies.
Provide pastoral care and support to preschool families during times of transition or crisis.
Create engaging and inviting ministry environments through thoughtful organization and stewardship of preschool rooms and resources.
Support initiatives that help parents disciple their children throughout the week, not only during church gatherings.
Assist in the development of programs and events that address the needs of families within the Aspire Church Karen community.
Participate in assimilation processes that help new families connect to the life of the church.
Collaborate with NextGen leadership to support the development of family ministry across the Aspire Family of Churches.
Assist staff teams in developing communication materials related to preschool and NextGen initiatives.
Attend required staff and ministry meetings as appropriate for a part-time role.
Lead and live in alignment with Aspire Church beliefs as outlined in the Aspire Church Constitution.
Support church-wide initiatives and events as requested and appropriate.