A Director of Religious Education directs educational programs and activities for a denominational group such as a church or synagogue. Coordinates the work of volunteer religious education teachers and plans classes and curriculum designed to introduce children and adults to the beliefs and practices of the congregation or denomination.
Part-time The Kids Elementary Coordinator partners with the Kids Pastor/Director to create engaging, Christ-centered environments where elementary-aged children can know Jesus, build meaningful relationships, and grow in their faith. This role provides leadership for FourFive (4th/5th grade) Midweek and Sunday mornings, develops volunteers, supports families, and helps execute the vision of Bayside Kids with excellence every weekend and at key ministry events. Areas of Primary Responsibilities Weekend Experience & Ministry Execution Coordinate assigned elementary ministry environments to provide safe, engaging, and excellent weekend experiences for 4th and 5th grades. Assist in preparing and implementing curriculum, lessons, supplies, and classroom activities. Ensure classrooms are prepared, organized, and fully staffed before each service. Partner with the Kids Pastor/Director to maintain high ministry standards and consistent execution. Assist with ministry events, camps, special services, and seasonal programming throughout the year. Volunteer Leadership & Development Recruit, onboard, train, schedule, and encourage volunteers serving in elementary ministry. Build healthy volunteer teams that are equipped, appreciated, and growing in leadership. Provide coaching, encouragement, and ongoing feedback to volunteers. Foster a positive, team-oriented culture that reflects Bayside's values. Parent Engagement Build relationships with families and serve as a welcoming, approachable resource for parents. Communicate regularly with parents regarding ministry updates, events, and next steps. Partner with parents to support their children's spiritual growth. Ministry Administration Assist with planning calendars, preparing materials, maintaining ministry supplies, and supporting ministry budgets. Maintain accurate volunteer schedules, attendance, and ministry records as needed. Help ensure safety, security, and check-in procedures are consistently followed. General Responsibilities Maintain personal, physical, emotional, and spiritual health, while practicing a deepening walk with Jesus Christ. Connect regularly with the Kids Director on the vision of Bayside Kids. Work as part of the Children's Ministry team and assist with the development of a strategic vision for Kids Ministry Be present at worship services and strategic special events as directed. Perform other duties as directed by the Kids Director/Pastor.
Requirements:
Primary Strengths Servant Leadership Organizational skills Able to recruit and manage volunteers Great people skills Good at problem solving Clear communication skills Knowledge and understanding of child development and learning capabilities Able to be flexible and work in dynamic, changing environment Team player Mission Critical Proactively communicate, support and fulfill the mission, vision, core values, purposes and goals of Bayside Build a volunteer and paid staff team who collectively and individually accomplish the same Maintain open and frequent communication with your supervisor, staff and team Uphold the Bayside Core Values, Staff Culture & Values, Vision Statement and Points of Accountability Qualification 2 year's experience in related field Proficient in using modern technology tools, with a solid understanding of basic computer operations and the ability to quickly learn new applications and systems Time Commitment Part-time, up to 15 hours per week. Position includes working weekends, evenings, and holidays. The intent of this job description is to provide a representative and level of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
