Children's Director

Job Description

First Baptist Church of Decatur Illinois is looking for a Children’s Ministry Director to their staff. The Children’s director will lead and develop the Children’s Ministry Discipleship and Evangelism at First Baptist Church Decatur. The director will need to have a strong Biblical foundation, experience in Children’s Ministry, a vibrant faith, leadership and organizational skills. Please email chrislchambers85@gmail.com for more information or call (217)875-8034.

Role: To lead and develop the Children’s Ministry Discipleship and Evangelism at First Baptist Church Decatur Illinois.

Summary of Position: The Children’s Director is the leader and advocate of the church to oversee and coordinate the ministries making sure that children are introduced to God’s love for sinners and the grace of Jesus Christ. The Children’s Director will need to lead ministries that nurtures (discipleship) and grows children's and parent's personal faith in Jesus. This job covers children in the nursery through Fifth Grade.

Qualifications Has a strong Biblical foundation. Strong in management skills, leadership training and vision casting. Possesses a servant’s heart and vibrant love for Jesus & people. Has experience with children in ministry and/or teaching. Has a teachable spirit and is growing in faith and leadership skills. Outgoing, encouraging and loving towards all children. Has initiative and organizational skills.

Responsibilities:

Will develop and oversee all Children’s Ministry activities for nurturing faith in Jesus and outreach to new children and families.

Will recruit leaders and teachers for all Children’s Ministry volunteer positions.