Children's Ministry- Early Childhood Manager

Children's Ministry - KidsLife Department

Exempt

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

This position involves providing leadership and oversight to all aspects of the KidsLife Early Childhood Ministry. As a key position of leadership and influence, this position will oversee the leadership of both staff and volunteer teams to provide spiritual development of young children and support to their families through regular, ongoing programming, services, and events. 

This position reports to the Senior Director of Children’s Ministries.
 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Responsible for overseeing all aspects of the Kidslife Early Childhood Ministry - creating, managing, and delivering materials for  0-5 year-old aged children
• Oversee Early Childhood special events (special weekends, Kindergarten graduation, etc.)
• Oversee the development and execution of programs, new initiatives, curriculum, and resources
• Responsible for ensuring there is a culture of volunteer recruitment & retention
• Responsible for the management and continued professional development of the Early Childhood Staff
• Responsible for the overall quality, safety, training, and staffing of all Early Childhood services and environments
• Participate in the development and execution of all KidsLife Events, Meetings, etc.
• In collaboration with KidsLife Administrative Assistants, ensure the Early Childhood budget is in order and well stewarded
• Other related duties as assigned
   

MINISTERIAL DUTIES

As an Employee of Lakewood Church, you are part of an over 60-year legacy of faith. As a part of the Lakewood team, you are a key part of our mission in taking the Hope found in Jesus to the world. This means that as part of your job responsibilities, you are considered a spiritual leader in the Church. You are responsible for communicating the Church’s beliefs and our mission to our congregants, maintaining a lifestyle consistent with the Scriptures, and are you required to belong to the Church as part of our faith community.
This will also include:

• Regular attendance at Church services and classes,
• Serving as a Prayer Partner or as a volunteer in any ministry of the Church when needed by the Church
• Serving our community through local outreaches from time to time when needed by the Church
   

QUALIFICATIONS

• Uncompromised commitment to Lakewood Church’s vision, values, and core beliefs
• Passionate about serving and ministering to families, volunteers, and staff
• Professional appearance and conduct
• Demonstrated Christ-like Character
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a friendly disposition
• Ability to multi-task and demonstrate effective time management skills
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office
   

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelors degree in Ministry, Child Development, or related field is preferred
• 2+ years of management experience
• 3+ years of Early Childhood experience