Job Description

Children's Ministry Director - Calvary Community Church

DO YOU HAVE A PASSION TO OVERSEE A FLOURISHING CHILDREN'S MINISTRY?

Calvary Community Church is an alive and growing community in South East Edmonton where children and their families are a significant and foundational part of our ministry.

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Children's Ministry Director to provide leadership, vision, and care for our Children's Ministry of over 100 children and volunteers. This role is ideal for a dynamic leader committed to guiding children and families in faith, discipleship, and community outreach.

We focus on:

• offering high quality programs built on God's Word.
• leading our children into a deeper relationship with Christ.
• a strong foundation of teaching, mentoring, worship and discipleship.

Description:

The successful applicant will oversee a loyal and dedicated team of volunteers to develop, administer and implement the Calvary Kids' program and other children's events throughout the year. The key aspects of this role include: recruiting, equipping, mentoring, organizing, and planning.

Requirements:

• Participation in the ministry/life of Calvary Community Church
• A commitment to Jesus Christ
• Leadership gifts including administration, coordinating, teaching and communication
• A team player who can work well with staff and volunteers
• A heart for evangelism and prayer
• Agreement with the Calvary Community Church Statement of Faith
• Successful completion of a police security check with vulnerable sector check
• Driver's license
• Previous experience in ministering to children and families is an asset
• Theological studies or other related children/family studies are also an asset

Key Responsibilities:

• Leadership & Vision: Develop and implement a Christ-centered vision and goals for the Children's Ministry in alignment with the church's vision, mission and focus for our small group/micro-church network.
• Volunteer Development: Recruit, train, and support a team of volunteers, ensuring they are equipped for ministry through personal meetings, group sessions, and scheduled training.
• Family Support & Pastoral Care: Provide resources and encouragement for parents through home visits, calls, and follow-ups with families. Assist with Parent-Child Dedications and baptisms.
• Curriculum & Discipleship: Select and oversee age-appropriate, biblically sound curriculum for 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 with a strong spiritual component.
• Administration & Budgeting: Oversee the ministry budget, maintain secure records of volunteers and children, and track key milestones like baptisms and dedications.
• Team Collaboration: Work alongside the pastoral team in leadership meetings, church services, and staff devotions. Mentor Children's Ministry interns and pursue professional development in ministry leadership.

Benefits:

• Health, dental and vision benefits
• Health Spending Account
• RRSP matching contributions
• Casual dress
• On-site weight and fitness room
• Paid vacation
• Weekly team devotions

Hours: 40 hours per week including most Sunday mornings; to start immediately.

Rate of Pay: Starting at $24.00 - $26.00 per hour (depending on experience) + 4% vacation pay

How to Apply: Email your resume, cover letter, personal testimony, and three references to: myarmuch@calvarycommunity.ca

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $24.00-$26.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Flexible schedule
• On-site childcare
• RRSP match
• Vision care

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person