Bethel Baptist Church

Children's Pastor

Part-Time

OVERVIEW Join our vibrant community as a Children’s Pastor and inspire the next generation with faith, compassion, and leadership. In this dynamic role, you will create engaging spiritual programs, nurture children’s spiritual growth, and foster a welcoming environment where young hearts can flourish. Your passion for working with children and dedication to Christian values will help shape a nurturing space for families and young believers alike. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to lead with enthusiasm, support families through mentorship, and make a meaningful impact on children’s lives. CORE RESPONSIBILITIES Spiritual Leadership & Teaching - Develop and teach age-appropriate, biblically sound curriculum rooted in the authority of Scripture - Lead or oversee children's church, Sunday school classes, and any midweek programs - Ensure all teaching aligns with the doctrinal statement of the church - Model a personal, growing walk with Christ before children, parents, and volunteers Volunteer Recruitment & Development - Recruit, train, and shepherd a team of volunteers to staff all children's ministry areas - Conduct regular volunteer meetings and provide ongoing encouragement and accountability - Ensure all volunteers understand and follow child safety and protection policies Parental Partnership - Communicate regularly with parents regarding curriculum, events, and spiritual development of their children - Cast vision for the role of the home as the primary place of discipleship - Be available to counsel and pray with parents regarding the spiritual needs of their children Administrative Duties - Maintain accurate attendance and participation records - Manage the children's ministry budget responsibly and with accountability to leadership - Coordinate the scheduling of classrooms, volunteers, and events - Maintain and update child check-in and safety procedures Event Planning & Programming - Plan and execute special events such as Vacation Bible School (VBS), holiday programs, and attend Jr. Camp - Coordinate with other ministry areas for churchwide events Child Safety & Compliance - Conduct or coordinate background checks on all volunteers working with children - Maintain a safe, welcoming, and orderly environment in all children's spaces SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS Required - Genuine, saving faith in Jesus Christ and active membership in a local Baptist church - A clear call to children's ministry and a demonstrable love for children - Strong working knowledge of the Bible and ability to teach it clearly and accurately - Ability to communicate effectively with children across multiple age groups - Organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously - Reliable, self-motivated, and able to work independently with minimal supervision - Willing to submit to and work cooperatively under the authority of the Senior Pastor Preferred (but not required for the right candidate) - Formal education or training in Christian education, Bible, theology, or a related field - Previous experience in children's ministry leadership - Familiarity with children's curriculum resources and VBS programs - Basic computer and communication skills (email, planning tools, social media for ministry use) HOURS & COMPENSATION - Classification: Part-time, flexible hours - Expected Hours: Approximately 20 hours per week (negotiable based on church needs and candidate availability) - Required Presence: All church service and main church activities - Compensation: Commensurate with experience and church budget A NOTE TO CANDIDATES We understand this is a part-time position and recognize that the right person will be balancing other work or family responsibilities. We are committed to working with our Children's Pastor to establish a schedule that is sustainable, honoring to family, and effective for ministry. Benefits: - Flexible schedule - Paid time off - Relocation assistance Work Location: In person