Job Details

Covenant United Methodist Church, Greer, SC

Director of Childrens Ministry (Infant to 5th Grade) Job Description

Reports to: Associate Pastor of Discipleship, Missions, & Adult Ministries

Classification: Full-time

Position Overview: The Director of Childrens Ministry is responsible for the overall worship, discipleship, and engagement of our children membership. This includes working with our Childrens Ministry team to create a comprehensive program for our children.

Primary Responsibilities: Visioning, Leadership, and Management

1. Provide visionary leadership for the Childrens Ministry team to accomplish the mission of Covenant and the childrens ministry department.


2. Supervise and manage staff members including the Assistant Director of Childrens Ministry and the childcare staff.


3. Plan and execute ministries for children that foster their faith and relationship with Jesus Christ, including selecting curriculum from infant to 5th grade, leading weekly worship, and organizing special events such as VBS and retreats.


4. Create a welcoming and safe environment for children and adults, coordinating nursery, Sunday morning lessons, childrens worship, and Sunday evening activities.


5. Set and oversee ministry budgets and facilities, collaborating with Covenant Christian Academy regarding shared spaces, furniture, and facilities.


6. Lead weekly chapel (August to May) for CCA students in collaboration with the CCA director.


7. Implement Safe Sanctuary policies and procedures for nursery and childrens ministries. Engage parents to volunteer and participate actively.


8. Engage in continuing education related to childrens ministry to enhance current ministries.


9. Coordinate and execute parent meetings and volunteer training events as needed.


10. Oversee and lead the Childrens Ministry Team.


11. Communicate effectively with children, adults, and families concerning spiritual matters.


12. Be a creative, dependable, and energetic self-starter who views childrens ministry as a calling from God.


13. Demonstrate strong organization, delegation, and planning skills for ministries and programs.


14. Model a personal and growing relationship with Jesus Christ and perform other duties as assigned by the pastoral and leadership team.

The position is employed by the Staff Parish Relations Committee and works under the supervision of the Associate Pastor of Discipleship, Missions, & Adult Ministries and the Executive Pastor.

Qualifications: A strong spiritual background and commitment to the church and its ministry are essential. A minimum of five years of experience in building and growing a childrens ministry, along with a bachelors degree in Christian education, elementary education, or early childhood education, is preferred. The candidate must demonstrate effective leadership, sound judgment, and high character.

Compensation will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Interested applicants should send a complete application packet to ...@covumc.org. The packet should include:

• A cover letter with background information, family, community involvement, and hobbies.