Children's Ministry Director

Job in Knoxville, Knox County, Tennessee, 37955, USA

Listing for: Westminster Theological Seminary

Full Time position
Listed on 2026-10-16

Job specializations:

Education / Teaching
Pastor / Ministry / Church, Child Development/Support, Youth Development
Non-Profit & Social Impact
Pastor / Ministry / Church, Child Development/Support, Youth Development

Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 42000 - 56000 USD Yearly USD 42000.00 56000.00 YEAR

POSITION PURPOSE

The Children’s Ministry Director provides leadership and oversight for Christ Covenant’s ministry to children from birth through 5th grade, with the goal of helping our children know, love, and follow Jesus Christ. Working as part of the Children’s Ministry team, the Children’s Director seeks to support parents in the spiritual development of their children by developing a gospel-centered ministry of biblical teaching, discipleship, community, service, events, and fellowship while also building meaningful relationships with children, parents, and volunteers.

PRIMARY

RESPONSIBILITIES

Develop, communicate, and execute a comprehensive ministry strategy for the spiritual development of Christ Covenant’s children that is consistent with Christ Covenant’s mission and vision.

Regularly evaluate programs, staffing, volunteer structures, curriculum, and ministry effectiveness, recommending changes that best support the mission and long-term health of the ministry.

Oversee and develop all ministerial programs for children ages birth through fifth grade.

Sunday morning Sunday School

Wednesday night discipleship programs

Special events (Christmas, Easter, etc.)

Summer VBS

Infant baptism coordination and family preparation

Communicant’s Class

Junior Leaders (5th grade)

Lead, supervise, develop, and provide regular direction and accountability to Children’s Ministry staff, establishing clear roles, priorities, and healthy systems of communication and collaboration. Participate in the hiring and onboarding of Children’s Ministry staff as needed.

Recruit, train, and communicate with volunteers for the children’s ministry.

Choose and prepare curriculum for all Sunday morning and Wednesday night programs.

Efficiently, effectively, and consistently communicate with Christ Covenant families.

Partner with and equip parents as the primary disciple rs of their children, providing resources, communication, encouragement, and opportunities that connect church-based ministry with discipleship in the home.

Manage the ministry budget

Coordinate with other ministries within Christ Covenant as needed

Provide leadership and direction for the inclusion, discipleship, and care of children with disabilities and their families.

Work alongside Sonlight (Christ Covenant’s preschool) to reach young families.

Ensure that all Children’s Ministry programs, staff, and volunteers operate in accordance with Christ Covenant’s child protection, safety, security, and check-in/check-out policies.