Kids Pastor

• Oversee all aspects of Kids’ Ministries (ages 0-12), developing a team of equipped volunteers to disciple children effectively.
• Research and implement age-appropriate, theologically sound curriculum that aligns with the church’s mission and vision.
• Develop an engaging Sunday morning and Monday night program that reaches each child at their level.

• Ensure a seamless check-in process and address any issues that arise before and after services.
• Ensure each person is serving where they are scheduled to serve.
• Meet and greet parents as they arrive with their children.
• Rotate serving in Nursery, Kids’ Church, and Pre-K as needed, balancing service participation and ministry involvement.

• Recruit, train, and develop high-quality volunteers to serve in the ministry.
• Inspire and guide volunteers to build a vibrant children’s ministry.
• Provide ongoing training in classroom management and ministry best practices.
• Encourage and care for volunteers by checking in on their spiritual health and recognizing their contributions.

• Act as the primary communicator and partner for parents, equipping them to disciple their children and fostering healthy community connections.
• Equip and encourage parents to take an active role in the spiritual formation of their children.
Develop healthy community among parents, providing resources and opportunities for discipleship.
• Act as the point person for communication with parents, fostering strong partnerships with families.

• Develop engaging programs for Sunday and midweek services that meet children at their level and foster spiritual growth.
• Plan and execute events such as Kids Camps, VBS, retreats, seasonal celebrations, outreach initiatives, and volunteer team appreciation events.
• Serve as a camp and retreat counselor, modeling leadership and spiritual guidance for children and volunteers.

• Develop and oversee the Kids’ Ministry budget, ensuring resources are used effectively and responsibly.
• Schedule and coordinate paid childcare staff for special events, monthly programs, and other as needed events. This will be done through Connecteam.
• Track growth trends to anticipate and plan for ministry expansion.
• Maintain compliance with safety standards and church policies.

• Share in pastoral responsibilities, including baptism, communion, hospital visitation, and general pastoral care.
• Maintain consistent communication with church leadership to ensure alignment with Waterhouse Church’s vision.
• Represent the Kids’ Ministry in internal and external communications, reflecting the values and mission of Waterhouse Church.

Belief Alignment:
Has a personal relationship with Jesus and generally agrees with the doctrines of the Assemblies of God.

Spiritual Leadership: A deep love for Jesus and a passion for sharing the Gospel with children in engaging and meaningful ways.

Leadership

Experience:

Proven ability to manage volunteers, and ministry programs.

Passion for Families: A heart for children and their parents, with a focus on fostering discipleship within families.

Communication

Skills:

Exceptional verbal and written communication skills to connect with children, parents, and ministry teams.

Curriculum Development:
Creativity and theological grounding in designing and selecting effective children’s ministry curricula.

Event Management:
Experience organizing and executing programs and events such as camps, retreats, and outreach initiatives.

Interpersonal

Skills:

Superior communication and relationship-building abilities with parents, children, staff, and church leadership.

Project Management:
Experience in organizing and executing programs, events, and projects with attention to detail.

Vision Implementation:
Ability to articulate and execute the vision of Waterhouse Church while planning for ministry growth.

Administrative Strength:
Strong budgeting, organizational, and time management skills with attention to detail.

Problem-Solving: A positive, solution-oriented approach to addressing challenges and meeting goals.

Waterhouse Church is a vibrant, growing community in Weatherford, Texas, with a congregation of about 350. We are committed to empowering individuals ...