Kids Coordinator

Job Title:

Coordinator, Newlands Kids

Direct Oversight:
Nelwands Kid Pastor

Here at Newlands Church we believe Newlands Kids exists to equip the next generation to develop an intimate relationship with God and walk out the call of God on their life. We want every child to come in and feel equipped for their every day life. This ministry exist to partner with the entire family unit to help in raising up world changers that impact the world around them.

We will do this by helping children Know God, Belong to Family, Discover their Purpose, and Build the Kingdom and help parents and care givers with tools they need to equip the world changers they are raising. We see a ministry that communicates intentionally to the care-givers and helps children develop character and every day tools to carry them through life.

Responsible for upholding Biblical priorities and core values of Newlands Church, the Coordinator should represent a growing personal relationship with Christ. They should model a strong relationship with his or her spouse (if married) and children (if applicable). The Coordinator strives to fulfill his or her purpose in life and ministry while demonstrating integrity in words, relationships, and actions.

These objectives are accomplished by:

• Committing to a daily quiet-time with God.
• Participating in a Newlands Church small group on a regular basis.
• Setting appropriate boundaries to protect character and integrity.
• Developing personal evangelism opportunities within and outside the church.
• Supporting the ministries of Newlands Church by faithfully tithing.
• Adhering to and encompassing the Core Vision and Values of Newlands Church employees.

Ensure all volunteers spots are scheduled in each Newlands Kids classrooms, which includes maintaining a list of substitutes and filling gaps up until services happen.

Help the Kids Team recruit new Build Team members during weekend services, Growth Path classes, church events, etc.

Help onboard new volunteers by providing training and shadowing opportunities.

Manage Build Team workflows and processes in the database.

Manage communication channels with Build Team members, including email, text, Slack and Basecamp.

Create appreciation opportunities and systems for Build Team members.

Assist the Kids Team in all ways needed to prepare classrooms for the weekend.

Ensure all lesson materials and resources are prepared for the weekend.

Help research, evaluate and select curricula as needed.

Upload and organize all media needed to execute the lessons in all classrooms and for portable locations.

Train volunteers on the curriculum during onboarding and conduct regular training updates for all volunteers.

Maintain communication with Build Team members in all communication channels, including email, text, Slack and Basecamp to ensure they have lesson plans early enough to prepare for the weekend.

Assist the Kids Team in all ways needed to prepare classrooms for the weekend.

Plan and coordinate curriculum modifications for special needs kids and work with the Build Team Coordinator to train dedicated volunteers.

• Make sure all areas are working together to create an excellent and welcoming atmosphere. Areas include: kids check-in, mother’s room, and all kids classrooms
• Help oversee Coaches and Captains and provide support as needed.
• Lead team huddles before each service to provide vision and direction for the day.
• Regularly check on all BT leaders and members and help Kids Pastor evaluate effectiveness and provide feedback and additional training as needed.
• Be ready to jump into any room for a moment to assist in hectic times and bring the classroom back to order and peace.
• Help schedule Build Team members for all special events where Kids Ministry is provided, including overseeing contract workers if applicable.

• Weekly Oversight with Kids Pastor
• All Staff
• Department Meetings
• Build Team Check-in Meetings
• Pastoral Meetings as needed

At Newlands, we seek to build and nurture a culture for our…