Arise Church Denver

Kids Director / Pastor

Full-Time · $55,000 - $75,000

Please watch a video about the position [here](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bRxMVoCiC-Q). Positional Expectations: The Kids Ministry Pastor/Director* leads and directs the [Arise Kids](https://arisedenver.com/kids) ministry (birth through 5th grade) of Arise Church Denver, a ministry that both kids and parents love that helps kids become lifelong followers of Jesus. The Why: Following Jesus is the path to the fullest life, and the KD comes alongside families to help kids begin that lifetime journey. *At Arise, we license people to be pastors if they meet certain criteria. We would be open to hiring a pastoral-level or a directorial-level staff person. Both levels are open to men and women. Roles & Responsibilities 1. DIRECT ARISE KIDS - Actively recruit, train, and motivate a volunteer team to passionately minister to our kids in fresh and creative ways. - Oversee curriculum, planning, and execution of the Sunday kids’ experience for those in-person and online. - Help kids through the baptism process and oversee child dedications. - Collaborate with the Student Pastor to make sure the transition from Arise Kids to Student Ministry is smooth for kids. - Develop family outreach (e.g. a summer kids’ outreach like Kids Camp, family events, etc.). - Champion Arise Kids and our value of Next-Gen Investment. - Be a welcoming presence for all Sunday services. 2. MANAGE THE ARISE KIDS’ OPERATIONS - Oversee the Arise Kids’ budget and supplies. - Implement and communicate safety protocols and procedures, including regular background checks. - Oversee childcare for big events and coordinate with other ministries to provide quality childcare workers. 3. BE A TEAM PLAYER - Jump in to help with all-hands-on-deck events (Christmas Eve, Easter, etc.). - Perform all other duties as assigned. Qualifications: - Passion for kids - Experience in Kids Ministry - Great communicator - Very organized - People-person - Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent - Follower of Jesus - Growing in love for God and his people - Committed to developing a personal relationship with Jesus - Member of Arise Church Denver, or willingness to become one. - Attends services weekly, participates in a community group, serves somewhere, tithes generously, and maintains integrity Reports: Reports to: Lead Pastor Direct Reports: - Hourly childcare workers - Arise Kids volunteers Please watch a video about the position [here](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bRxMVoCiC-Q). Plus find more information at arisedenver.com/jobs. Interested? Send a cover letter and resume to apply@arisedenver.com