Children's​/Assistant Pastor

Associate / Children’s Pastor

Sand Springs Baptist Church – Mineola, TX

Sand Springs is a non‑reformed, independent Baptist church in beautiful East Texas. We honor God’s Word and prioritize the Gospel, and He has blessed us with steady growth. Our multi‑generational congregation enjoys a blended worship style—singing both hymns and praise choruses—with an emphasis on Biblical truth. We have a strong outreach culture supporting local and international missions, from church plants & food banks to care for abused women.

The Children’s Pastor partners with the Lead Pastor to shepherd and equip our church family, with a focus on clear, Gospel‑centered teaching and a vibrant, safe children’s ministry (birth through 6th grade). This full‑time role combines preaching, pastoral care, administrative leadership, and the development of creative, Christ‑centered programming for children and families.

Status: Full‑Time

Location: Mineola, TX

Compensation: Based on education and experience

• Meets the Biblical qualifications of a Pastor (1 Timothy 3; Titus 1:6‑9)
• A humble, godly man with integrity and a strong sense of calling
• Growing and maturing in Christ, faithful in discipleship
• Passionately desires to glorify God and equip the body of Christ

Prepare to preach and teach Gospel‑centered sermons and lessons.

Assist the Lead Pastor in shepherding, counseling, and discipling members; support administrative duties and select church projects (mission trips / conferences).

Oversee age‑appropriate Bible lessons for infants – 6th grade on Sundays and mid‑week; cultivate a safe, loving environment where children grow in their relationship with Christ; provide pastoral care for children and their families.

Organize, lead & implement a lively, Bible‑focused children’s church service; select and implement curriculum that fosters spiritual growth; organize monthly family‑focused activities: family movie nights, game and craft nights, mini service projects; plan creative, annual outreach events such as Fall Festival, Summer Kids Camp, Back‑to‑School Bash, and an annual Children’s Christmas Program (casting, music, costumes, sets, promotion).

Oversee a secure digital check‑in/check‑out process with badge printing & matching tags; enforce volunteer background checks and pickup protocols.

Recruit, train, and mentor volunteers and youth helpers; schedule and rotate classroom leaders quarterly.

Communicate regularly with parents via meetings and networking.

Manage ministry budget, ordering supplies, and scheduling.

Participate in strategic planning for church family ministry.

• Proficiency in teaching
• Humble character and teachable spirit
• Friendly, charismatic and approachable disposition
• Strong organizational and planning skills
• Team player, open to mentoring by the Lead Pastor
• Clean personal appearance and punctuality

• Education: Bachelor’s degree
• Experience: 1+ years in children’s ministry
• Skills: Creative programming, team leadership, effective communication traits, humble, patient, joyful, visionary, Christ‑centered
• Technology: Familiarity with media & planning tools and willingness to learn digital check‑in systems