Children's Ministry Director - Edmonton, Alberta
13 hours ago
Job description
DO YOU HAVE A PASSION TO OVERSEE A FLOURISHING KIDS' MINISTRY?
Calvary Community Church
is seeking a passionate and dedicated
Kids' Ministry Director
for a maternity leave coverage. The Kids' Ministry Director will recruit and equip volunteers, partner with parents, and spearhead community outreach events.
As an alive and growing community in South East Edmonton, we have between 80 and 100 children in our KIds' Ministry programs each Sunday. Children and their families are a significant and foundational part of our ministry. If you have a calling to encourage children to discover and deepen their relationship with Christ, we want to meet you
The Mission:
For children to know and love God through the Bible, through relationship and community, and through experience.
The Scope:
Children who attend Kids' Ministry and children in the community who may come to attend Kids' Ministry; the parents and families of these children; volunteers who serve in Kids' Ministry
The Mode:
By providing a welcome, safe, and loving environment for children to explore faith, get curious about Jesus, and be celebrated in making a decision to follow Him.
Your Key Responsibilities:
- Leadership & Vision:
Big picture thinking … carry out the vision of Kids' Ministry at Calvary as set forth above to reach children for Christ in alignment with the church's vision, mission and focus on our small group/micro-church network.
- Volunteer Development:
Recruit, train, empower, and retain a team of volunteers, ensuring they are equipped for ministry to cultivate a culture of excellence and teamwork.
- Family Support & Pastoral Care:
Provide resources and encouragement to parents through communication and follow-ups with families.
- Curriculum & Discipleship:
Oversee the use of the current curriculum for all ages within our children's programs. Train leaders to effectively deliver lessons and mentor children in their faith journey.
- Special Events & Outreach:
Plan and execute family-oriented events, summer camps, and community outreach activities, all with the purpose of sharing Christ. This could include Palm Sundays, Family Services, Mother's and Father's Day, Grade 6 Graduation, Church BBQ and Kickoff Sunday, Christmas in MillWoods, Christmas production, and Operation Christmas Child shoeboxes.
- Administration & Budgeting:
Oversee the ministry budget, maintain secure records of volunteers and children, and track key milestones like baptisms and dedications.
- Team Collaboration:
Work closely with the pastoral team in leadership meetings, church services, and staff devotions. Work in harmony with your team and other ministry staff.
- Continual Growth:
Pursue personal and professional development opportunities, connect with a mentor, and develop networking opportunities with other Kids' Ministry Directors.
What We're Looking for in You:
- Commitment to Jesus Christ:
You have a deep, personal relationship with Jesus Christ and a dependence on the filling and power of the Holy Spirit. Your beliefs align with the Calvary Community Church Statement of Faith.
- A Heart for Evangelism:
You have a passion for sharing the Gospel with children and helping their families grow in their relationship with Christ.
- Relational Skills:
You can build relationships with a variety of personalities and draw them into your vision. You have the ability to diffuse conflict and pursue unity throughout the church.
- Experience:
Your previous experience in ministry to children and families is an asset, as is theological education or studies in related areas.
What We Offer:
- Opportunity for Impact:
Lead a ministry team that transforms lives and helps children grow in their faith.
- Teamwork:
Collaborate with a dedicated team of staff and volunteers to develop, administer, and implement Calvary Kids' ministry.
- Professional Development:
Train and grow as a leader in ministry.
- Positive Work Environment:
Work in a place where support and camaraderie thrive, with weekly staff devotions and a focus on team well-being.
In addition, we offer:
- Benefits:
Health insurance.
- Casual Dress:
Because ministry should be comfortable
- On-site Weight and Fitness Room:
Stay active while you serve.
- Paid Vacation:
Time to relax and recharge.
- Flexible Hours:
To help you balance work and personal life.
- Weekly Team Devotions:
Helping you to keep your eyes on Jesus.
Hours:
28 hours per week including most Sunday mornings; to start April 12, This is a maternity leave coverage so the position will end when the current Director returns to work..
Pay:
Starting at $24.00 per hour + 4% vacation pay, moving to $24.75 after probation period
How to Apply:
Send your resume, cover letter, personal testimony, and three references to:
Application Deadline:
March 16, 2026
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