Birth-4th Grade Children’s Minister Heath Church of Christ God Make Disciples

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Heath Church of Christ is a growing church in central Ohio (about 30 minutes east of Columbus). We are praying that God would send the right person to help us in our mission to love God, love people, and make disciples alongside our Birth‑4th Grade children and their families!

The Children’s Director provides vision, leadership, and coordination for the spiritual formation of children from birth through 4th grade. This role ensures a safe, engaging, and biblically sound environment where children and families are nurtured in faith, equipped for discipleship, and encouraged to participate fully in the life of the church.

• Immersed believer in Jesus Christ and active member of the Church of Christ.
• Models a Christ‑centered lifestyle in personal, family, and professional relationships.
• Demonstrates strong biblical knowledge and commitment to New Testament teaching in line with HCC doctrine.
• Passion for children’s ministry and for leading young people to know, love, and follow Jesus.
• Commitment to prayer, discipleship, and servant leadership.

• Oversee curriculum selection, preparation, and teaching strategies for all children’s classes (newborn–4th grade).
• Provide age‑appropriate Bible teaching, worship, and activities that build a strong spiritual foundation.
• Partner with parents to equip them as the primary spiritual leaders of their children.

• Recruit, train, and support teachers, volunteers, and helpers.
• Build a healthy team culture that values encouragement, accountability, and spiritual growth.
• Provide regular training and resources for children’s ministry workers.

• Develop and oversee weekly programming, special events, Vacation Bible School, and seasonal activities.
• Manage ministry budget, supplies, and classroom resources.
• Implement safety and security policies to protect children and volunteers.

• Maintain regular communication with parents, families, staff, and church leadership.
• Coordinate with other ministry areas (youth, worship, outreach, etc.) for church‑wide unity.
• Provide reports and updates to elders or supervising minister as requested.

• Bachelor’s degree in Christian Education, Ministry, Child Development, or related field (preferred).
• Minimum 2–3 years of experience in children’s ministry or equivalent (volunteer leadership may be considered).
• Strong organizational, administrative, and communication skills.
• Ability to connect with children and families in a warm, approachable, and caring manner.
• Commitment to ongoing spiritual and professional growth.

• Creative, enthusiastic, and flexible in ministry approach.
• Team player with collaborative spirit.
• Demonstrates patience, compassion, and joy in serving children and families.
• Strong moral character and integrity in alignment with biblical standards.

• Salary commensurate with experience and education.
• Benefits package as determined by the church (health, retirement, paid time off, etc.).
• Opportunities for continuing education and ministry development.