Kids Ministry Director

The Kids Ministry Director will oversee and lead all aspects of Kids Ministry (birth through 5th grade) including Preschool Elementary (K3rd) and Preteen (4th5th) to fulfill the mission of NPHX Church: Reach and equip people with the gospel of Jesus Christ throughout the Valley and around the world.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE POSITION (SKILLS EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION)

• Demonstrated ability (minimum 2 years) of leading a childrens ministry or program that effectively helped children grow in their faith with Jesus.
• Bachelors Degree preferred.
• Ability to lead and manage teams including staff and volunteers.
• Strong leadership communication and organizational skills.
• Orange Family Ministry curriculum knowledge preferred.
• Highly relationalable to connect with young children parents and volunteers in various settings.
• Ability to equip parents and volunteers to disciple kids at home and in the church.
• Must possess strong communication and computer skills be proficient in Microsoft Office and able to learn church database systems and communication platforms.
• Ability to prioritize workflow multitask and handle confidential information responsibly.
• Selfmotivated with a commitment to excellence in ministry.
• Ability to effectively manage conflict or sensitive situations with grace and wisdom.
• Must be/become a member of NPHX Church.
• Committed Christian living a life of obedience with beliefs consistent with NPHX Churchs statement of faith.

SPECIFIC JOB RESPONSIBILITIES (Evaluation criteria based on these responsibilities listed on review forms)

Kids Ministry Oversight (55%)

• Provide visionary direction and handson leadership for all Kids Ministry environments (Preschool Elementary and Preteen).
• Implement the mission of NPHX within all Birth5th Grade programming.
• Oversee all weekend experiences ensuring excellence in large group small group worship and teaching environments.
• Create and maintain a Christcentered fun and secure space where kids experience Jesus and build meaningful relationships.
• Ensure curriculum programming and ministry philosophy are aligned across all age groups.
• Develop and execute an annual calendar of ministry events (e.g. VBS family nights outreach events).
• Follow up with new families and implement strategies to reconnect with families who have disengaged.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure smooth transitions across ministries and holistic family discipleship.

Volunteer Leadership & Development (20%)

• Recruit train and develop volunteers across all agespecific environments.
• Identify and empower key leaders to oversee specific teams or age groups.
• Ensure consistent onboarding coaching and support for all volunteers.
• Build a culture where volunteers are seen supported and celebrated.
• Provide ongoing training appreciation and leadership development opportunities.

Supervision & Team Development (10%)

• Lead and develop the Kids Ministry team including Preschool and Elementary Associates interns residents and all future hires.
• Conduct regular coaching and performance checkins.
• Foster a team culture of collaboration ownership and spiritual growth.

Family Engagement & Discipleship (5%)

• Equip and partner with parents to lead their children spiritually at home.
• Provide regular resources communication and events that build trust and connection with families.
• Ensure that new families are welcomed and connected into the life of the church.

Midweek Childcare & Special Events (5%)

• Oversee midweek childcare programming and staffing (e.g. MomCo classes Bible studies).
• Ensure midweek and event childcare is engaging ageappropriate and safe.
• Provide support for churchwide and family ministry events as needed.

Church & Ministry Involvement (5%)

• Be an active part of Sunday worship services and the NPHX Church community.
• Support churchwide events trainings and outreach initiatives.
• Work collaboratively with other NPHX Church staff and ministries to ensure unity and alignment.
• Represent the heart and mission of NPHX Church in every environment both inside and outside the church.