Associate Director of Kids​/Elementary

Job Title:Associate Director of Kids // Elementary

Reports to:Director of Kids

Work Hours:
Full Time: (45 hours/week)

Anticipated Schedule:Variable;
Sunday Mornings

Job Purpose & Goals:

• The Associate Director of Kids // Elementary provides leadership among volunteers, spiritual guidance, and FUN! for the Elementary ages of Kids ministry and their families. This role partners with the Kids team in support of the mission and vision of Lincoln Berean Church

• Inspire kids along a path that develops their personal faith in Jesus. Cultivate a purposeful, fun, safe and engaging discipleship culture for children from kindergarten through fifth grade

• Develop volunteers and build relationships with parents to nurture and equip children to become lifelong followers of Jesus

• Prioritize the development of Sunday morning programming to be engaging and meaningful for kids and parents

• Be a collaborative and supportive team member on the LBC KIDS team

We are looking for someone who loves Jesus more than anything, loves people, and has a passion for teaching children God’s Word and should be willing to think outside the box to present the gospel message to children in age-appropriate and relevant ways.

The five key roles for this ‘seat’ are:

• Leadership, Management and Accountability for Volunteers

• Sunday Morning Programming

• Curriculum Management and Customization

• Parent and Kid Connection

• Special Events



Key Roles and Responsibilities:

Leadership, Management and Accountability for Volunteers

• Help foster a culture of excellence, accomplishment, and excitement for what’s possible in Kids Ministry under the leadership of the Kids Director

• With leadership from Kids Director provide a compelling and collaborative vision, clear direction, and motivation for every volunteer

• Provide leadership, management, development and oversight for volunteer team leaders and volunteers

• Management:

• Assist Kids Director with recruitment, training, and management of volunteers in Kids Ministry

• Guide, coach and develop volunteers through focused learning opportunities

• Nurture a healthy volunteer team environment

• Cultivate Major Lay-Leader Relationships and be consistently engaged and responsive to volunteer team leaders and volunteers

• Develop and implement a culture of affirmation and care for volunteers

• Consistently model LBC staff Core Values

Sunday Morning Programming


• Be present during programming to give direction, problem solve, and jump in when needed

• Oversee the leadership of a dynamic small/large group experience during weekend services that include a live host, teacher, Kid’s worship leader/team, and other elements

• Address room needs and maintain safety, security, and emergency procedures

• Oversee scheduling of all volunteers

Curriculum Management and Customization

• Review and edit both Large Group and Small Group curriculum for alignment with LBC’s doctrine

• Monitor the implementation of curriculum for effectiveness

• Develop and promote ongoing child discipleship opportunities to supplment weekend curriculum

Parent and Kid Connection

• Develop strong relationships with kids and their parents

• Be actively engaging kids and parents throughout Sunday mornings

• Collaborate with Kids Coordinator to facilitate regular and effective communication (email, social media, etc.) about programs, teaching, resources, and overseeing the general promotion of Kids Ministry

• Empower and equip lay leaders and small group leaders to connect with parents

• Shepherd kids and their families through the Baptism process

Special Events

• Demonstrate a willingness and availability to actively support LBC events and all-church initiatives throughout the year

• Speak/teach at Kid’s large group worship services at least once per quarter

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