Director of Children's Ministry
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First Baptist Atlanta
GA
Summary
The Director of Children's Ministry provides spiritual and operational leadership for children in grades K-5, overseeing curriculum, discipleship, and church-wide events. They are responsible for recruiting and training volunteers while developing strategies for ministry growth and family engagement.
Job Description
POSITION SUMMARY
The Director of Children’s Ministry provides spiritual and operational leadership for FBA’s ministry to children in grades K-5, creating a Christ-centered environment where children hear the Gospel, grow in their relationship with Jesus Christ, and are connected to the life of the church.
QUALIFICATIONS1. Must have a growing and mature personal relationship with Jesus Christ2. Must align with FBA’s Statement of Faith, beliefs, mission, and values3. Must be a current member of FBA or enrolled in First Class with the intention of becoming a member within the first three months of employment4. Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field strongly preferred5. Previous experience serving or leading in Children’s Ministry required6. Demonstrated ability to lead staff and recruit, train, and equip volunteers7. Strong interpersonal, relational, verbal, written, and presentation skills8. Ability to develop and implement short- and long-range ministry goals, programs, and procedures9. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint10. Must support and model FBA’s culture and service expectations, including the Red Carpet Standard (H.E.A.R.T.) and 3M Strategy
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
1. Provide spiritual and operational leadership for Children’s Ministry in alignment with FBA’s mission2. Plan, oversee, and evaluate a comprehensive ministry for children in grades K-53. Ensure biblical teaching, curriculum, and discipleship are consistent with Scripture and FBA’s Statement of Faith4. Oversee Sunday School, missions education, VBS or equivalent programming, music, events, and other ministry opportunities5. Create a welcoming environment that connects children and families to the life of FBA6. Recruit, train, equip, and lead staff and volunteers with clear expectations, accountability, and encouragement7. Develop strategies for ministry growth, outreach, follow-up, and engagement with children and families8. Develop annual ministry goals, programming, calendar, and budget requests.9. Collaborate with FBA ministries and departments to support church-wide programs, events, and initiatives
ADDITIONAL DUTIES
- Support the overall ministry and mission of FBA
- Model an authentic Christian witness through personal conduct, relationships, and servant leadership
- Conduct performance evaluations for direct reports as required
- Maintain confidentiality and comply with applicable FBA and Family Ministry policies
- Pursue appropriate ministry and professional development
- Perform other related duties as assigned
- Faithfully tithe income
First Baptist Atlanta is a vibrant family of believers in Jesus Christ. We are the spiritual home to thousands of people in metro Atlanta and the source of spiritual encouragement to millions of others around the world.
Founded in 1848 in the heart of downtown Atlanta, our church has been a light for Christ through the darkest times in our city’s history and through the most challenging times our nation has faced. For 172 years, God has sustained our church as each generation has acknowledged our dependence upon God and has sought to honor the truth of His Word, the Bible.
In 1971, the church elected Dr. Charles Stanley as senior pastor. In 1982, Dr. Stanley founded In Touch Ministries to broaden the reach of his pulpit ministry through media and to satisfy the growing demand for his messages across the country. Dr. Stanley can now be heard in every nation on earth.
Among our membership are people from 98 countries of origin, making us one of the most ethnically diverse congregations in America. We like to think that our congregation resembles the picture of heaven described in Revelation 5:9, where God’s throne is surrounded by those whom Christ had redeemed “out of every tribe and tongue and people and nation.”
In the morning services on December 10, 2017, Dr. Stanley proposed to the church a Pastoral Succession Plan, naming the church’s associate pastor, Dr. Anthony George, as the future pastor of the church. The congregation adopted the plan by a unanimous affirmative vote.
On September 13, 2020, Dr. Charles Stanley announced his retirement to the congregation during the morning live stream, concluding his service as Senior Pastor and transitioning to Pastor Emeritus.
Dr. Stanley’s retirement resulted in the installment of Dr. Anthony George as our new Senior Pastor. We trust and pray that God will bring to pass Dr. Stanley’s encouraging words and that there will indeed be many great days ahead for First Baptist Atlanta.
Founded
1848
Company size
51-200 employees
Industry
Religious Institutions
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Atlanta, GA
First Baptist Atlanta is a vibrant family of believers in Jesus Christ. We are the spiritual home to thousands of people in metro Atlanta and the source of spiritual encouragement to millions of others around the world.
Founded in 1848 in the heart of downtown Atlanta, our church has been a light for Christ through the darkest times in our city’s history and through the most challenging times our nation has faced. For 172 years, God has sustained our church as each generation has acknowledged our dependence upon God and has sought to honor the truth of His Word, the Bible.
In 1971, the church elected Dr. Charles Stanley as senior pastor. In 1982, Dr. Stanley founded In Touch Ministries to broaden the reach of his pulpit ministry through media and to satisfy the growing demand for his messages across the country. Dr. Stanley can now be heard in every nation on earth.
Among our membership are people from 98 countries of origin, making us one of the most ethnically diverse congregations in America. We like to think that our congregation resembles the picture of heaven described in Revelation 5:9, where God’s throne is surrounded by those whom Christ had redeemed “out of every tribe and tongue and people and nation.”
In the morning services on December 10, 2017, Dr. Stanley proposed to the church a Pastoral Succession Plan, naming the church’s associate pastor, Dr. Anthony George, as the future pastor of the church. The congregation adopted the plan by a unanimous affirmative vote.
On September 13, 2020, Dr. Charles Stanley announced his retirement to the congregation during the morning live stream, concluding his service as Senior Pastor and transitioning to Pastor Emeritus.
Dr. Stanley’s retirement resulted in the installment of Dr. Anthony George as our new Senior Pastor. We trust and pray that God will bring to pass Dr. Stanley’s encouraging words and that there will indeed be many great days ahead for First Baptist Atlanta.
Founded
1848
Company size
51-200 employees
Industry
Religious Institutions
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Atlanta, GA