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Children's Ministry Director Toccoa First Methodist Church Helping Children Know Jesus. Growing Disciples Across Generations. About Toccoa First Methodist Church Toccoa First Methodist Church is a Christ-centered congregation committed to making disciples of Jesus Christ through biblical teaching, authentic relationships, meaningful worship, and joyful service. We believe every child is uniquely created and deeply loved by God. Children's ministry is not simply childcare or entertainment—it is one of the Church's greatest opportunities to shape lifelong disciples. Our vision is to partner with families, equip volunteers, and cultivate an intergenerational church where children are known by name, encouraged in faith, and invited to participate fully in the life of the church. We are seeking a leader who shares this vision and desires to help children experience the transforming love of Jesus Christ. Our Mission To help every child discover Jesus Christ, grow in faith, serve others with joy, and become a lifelong disciple within the family of God. Our Ministry Philosophy Christ-Centered

• Every lesson, activity, and relationship points children toward Jesus Christ. Biblically Grounded
• Scripture is the foundation for teaching, worship, and discipleship. Family Focused
• Parents are the primary spiritual influence in a child's life. We exist to support and encourage them. Intergenerational
• Faith grows best within the family of God. Children flourish when they worship, serve, and build relationships alongside older generations. Relational
• Children are more likely to follow Jesus when they are known, loved, and consistently encouraged by caring Christian adults.

Position Summary The Children's Ministry Director provides spiritual leadership for the church's ministry to children from birth through fifth grade. This leader creates a safe, joyful, Christ-centered environment where children encounter God's love through worship, biblical teaching, fellowship, and service. Working alongside parents, volunteers, church staff, and the congregation, the Children's Ministry Director develops opportunities that help children build a lasting foundation of faith while fostering meaningful connections throughout the church family. The Children's Ministry Director reports to the Senior Pastor and serves as a collaborative member of the church staff. Qualifications Spiritual Character A vibrant and growing relationship with Jesus Christ. A lifestyle marked by Christian integrity, humility, and servant leadership. Agreement with the doctrine, mission, and values of the Global Methodist Church and Toccoa First Methodist Church. Calling A genuine love for children and families. A heart for discipleship rather than simply programming. A passion for equipping volunteers and building ministry teams. The ability to inspire children to know, love, and follow Christ. Experience Experience leading children's ministry, Christian education, elementary education, or a related field preferred. Bachelor's degree in Ministry, Education, Childhood Development, or a related field preferred (or equivalent ministry experience). Excellent relational, communication, organizational, and leadership skills. Primary Responsibilities 1. Children's Ministry Leadership Provide vision and leadership for ministry from birth through fifth grade. Plan and oversee Nursery, Sunday School, and Wednesday's TFMC Kids Select and implement biblically faithful curriculum. Create engaging discipleship experiences. Build relationships with children and families. 2. Family Discipleship Partner with parents as primary disciples. Welcome new families. Communicate regularly. Help children transition successfully into Youth Ministry. 3. Volunteer Leadership Recruit, train, schedule, encourage, and appreciate volunteers. Develop future ministry leaders. Ensure Safe Sanctuaries compliance. 4. Events & Intergenerational Ministry Coordinate Vacation Bible School. Lead children's participation in Christmas and Easter programming. Support Wednesday evening discipleship. Coordinate family ministry events with Youth and Senior Pastor collaboration. Collaborate with Youth, Worship, Invite, Grow, and Serve teams to promote children's presence in all aspects of the church. 5. Administration Develop annual ministry goals. Coordinate with Grow chair concerning the ministry budget. Maintain attendance and volunteer records. Coordinate curriculum and supplies. Participate in staff meetings and ministry planning. 6. Professional Development Attend conferences and training. Pursue continuing education. Stay current on best practices. Success in This Role Success is measured by lives transformed—not simply attendance.

Desired outcomes include:

Spiritual growth in children Strong family engagement Healthy volunteer development Excellent hospitality Intergenerational engagement Faithful stewardship Ministry with children and families in the community

Collaboration and Accountability:

Weekly staff meetings Regular meetings with the Senior Pastor Monthly Admin Board Meetings GROW Team meetings Annual ministry planning Budget preparation Annual performance review What Success Looks Like Children know they are loved by God and by their church family. Parents feel supported. Volunteers are joyful because they are equipped and appreciated. Children transition naturally into Youth Ministry. The church increasingly reflects generations worshipping, learning, serving, and growing together. Why Toccoa First Methodist Church? This is more than a ministry position. It is an opportunity to invest in children during the years that shape a lifetime of faith. We are committed to building a ministry where children are discipled into lifelong followers of Jesus Christ through authentic relationships, faithful teaching, joyful worship, and service alongside the entire church family who also make disciples. If that vision excites you, we would love to begin a conversation.

Pay:

From $40,000.00 per year

Work Location:

In person