Children’s Ministry Coordinator

If you are passionate about nurturing children’s faith and supporting families in their spiritual journey, we invite you to apply for the Children’s Ministry Coordinator position at First Presbyterian Church (FPC) in Fullerton, California.

Purpose: The Children’s Ministry Coordinator is responsible for providing a safe, fun, and welcoming environment for children from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade. In this role, children will engage in Christ-centered education and creative activities that nurture faith formation. They will also partner with parents to help children and their families develop an active relationship with Jesus.

Accountability: Reports to the Associate Pastor.

Qualifications

• Be a committed follower and disciple of Jesus Christ with a passion to lead children and families in the mission of FPC Fullerton.
• Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills with both children and adults; energized by connecting with new people.
• Creative and organized with a compassionate approach to encouraging volunteer teams.
• Dedicated to guiding children and families into the faith and mission of FPC Fullerton.
• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in Children’s Programming, Christian Education, and teaching.
• Experienced in use of Microsoft Office Suite and familiar with basic office skills.

Responsibilities
• Serve as Lead Sunday School Teacher in the Elementary School class.
• Be present and prepared each Sunday morning before and after Sunday School to welcome, assist, and encourage children, parents, and Sunday School assistants.
• Collaborate with Family Ministries to select, organize, and distribute Sunday School lessons and supplies to teachers.
• Recruit, communicate, and maintain the schedule for volunteer Sunday School assistants, volunteer Nursery Sunday School teacher, and Childcare providers.
• Engage children and their families in church worship and special events that nurture faith formation.
• Partner in Children’s Christmas program and family events at FPC, as well as other special events and administrative tasks as assigned by church leadership.• Maintain attendance records and student/parent information forms; submit monthly attendance reports to Family Ministries.
• Ensure Sunday School classrooms are welcoming, clean, safe, and fully supplied.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Administration, Communication, and Finance

• Attend weekly FPC Staff meetings on Tuesdays.
• Attend monthly Family Ministries meetings (in person or online).
• Provide open, frequent, and honest communication regarding position responsibilities and activities.
• Develop and coordinate the annual calendar for Children’s Ministry programs, Kid’s Connection programs, and corresponding monthly budgets.
• Coordinate office hours with the Associate Pastor.

Position Requirements

• Live Scan Clearance
• CPR Certification (training provided)

Compensation

• 15-20 hours per week
• Compensation commensurate with qualifications and experience

Email your resume with two (2) references to FPC Personnel Committee at [email protected] . Pease visit our website at: www.fpcfullerton.org

Website

www.fpcfullerton.org