Manly Memorial Baptist Church is a thriving, inter-generational congregation with a growing children’s ministry and a vision to bring people closer to one another and closer to Jesus. We are seeking a candidate with the following qualities to join our team in ministry: -a growing faith in Jesus -a love for children and their parents -an ability to communicate one's needs in relationships and the work at hand. -organization skills Manly Memorial Baptist Church is a collaborative and high trust work environment. The Children’s Director will not be alone in executing ministry tasks and can expect help from fellow staff members, lay leaders, and parents of the church. On Sundays, children start in worship with parents. K-5th grade exit the sanctuary, usually following a “Children’s Moment,” during worship. Ministry tasks include: Worship: 1. Create and lead a "Children's Moment" during worship. 2. Teach Children's Church. 3. Work with Ministry Assistant to ensure that Children's Church and Nursery are fully staffed during the worship hour. 4. Work with Ministry Assistant to procure curriculum for Children's Church that reflects the theological values of the church. *Worship attire for ministry staff should be considered “business casual.” Sunday School: 1. Work with Ministry Assistant to ensure that Children's Sunday School is fully staffed with volunteers, communicating their roles and expectations. 2. Work with Ministry Assistant to procure curriculum for Children's Sunday School that reflects the theological values of the church. Summer: Take a group of children to an overnight Christian camp each summer. Additionally: 1. Introduce oneself to visiting and new families at worship or other church events. 2. Meet with the pastor weekly for support and communication. 3. Meet with Children’s Committee (or all parents) quarterly for mutual ministry support. 4. Offer a report at our Quarterly Ministry (Business) Meetings. 5. Work with Ministry Assistant to purchase necessary children’s materials and supplies in accordance with the budget guidelines and submit budget needs for future programs. 6. Collaboratively lead 6 or more family outreach events a year. (e.g. Parent’s Night Out, VBS, or other ideas.) Time Off Considerations: Salary: $7,000 annually The role is currently a “quarter time” position. The Children’s Director is permitted one Sunday off each month if proper substitutes have been secured. The Children’s Director must be present for Back to School Sunday, Christmas Eve, a Sunday before or after summer camp, and Easter services, except in the case of an emergency.