Job Description:

Director of Children's Ministries Organization:

First Baptist Church of Belle Glade Mission:

To impact the people of the Glades with the love of Jesus by creating a multi-cultural, gospel-centered environment for the next generation. 1.

Role Objective:

The Children's Director will provide visionary leadership and administrative oversight for all ministries involving children. This full-time role will develop and implement a weekly discipleship/evangelistic outreach model to consistently connect families into FBC Belle Glade. This role functions under the direct leadership and reporting structure of the Senior Pastor. Key Responsibilities 1. Ministry Leadership & Strategy •

Gospel-Centered Teaching:

Maintain a biblically sound curriculum that resonates with a diverse, multi-cultural student body. •

Sunday Experience:

Lead high-energy, engaging Sunday morning programs that make kids excited to return. •

Mid-Week Engagement:

Develop and oversee Wednesday night programs. 2. Team Building & Recruitment •

Volunteer Pipeline:

Recruit, vet, and train a diverse team of volunteers, ensuring every classroom has a "Lead Teacher" and support staff. •

Safety First:

Oversee the Child Check-In system and ensure 100% compliance with background checks and safety protocols. •

Staff Collaboration:

Work closely with the English and Spanish congregations to ensure a unified approach to children's ministry. 3. Community Outreach & Special Events •

Evangelistic Outreach Model:

Design, implement, and sustain a weekly, measurable outreach strategy that connects children and families outside the church walls through relational engagement. • The "Glades"

Impact:

Plan large-scale community events like VBS (Vacation Bible School), Fall Festivals, and summer camps to reach unchurched families in the area. •

School Partnerships:

Build bridges with local elementary schools to support teachers and students. 4. Ministry Care & Parent Equipping •

Home Discipleship:

Provide parents with practical tools (devotionals, digital resources) to lead their children spiritually at home. •

Ministry Support:

Be available to pray with and support families during times of crisis or celebration. Qualifications & Skills •

Theological Alignment:

Must wholeheartedly support the Baptist Faith and Message and the mission of FBC Belle Glade. •

Multi-Cultural Competency:

Ability to relate to and lead families from various cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds. •

Leadership Experience:

Proven ability to lead diverse teams to drive measurable growth. • Bilingual Skills (A Plus): Given our community, the ability to communicate in English and Spanish is highly valued but not required. Work Schedule & Compensation •

Office Presence:

Maintain regular office hours for planning, meetings, and community networking. •

Compensation:

Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience. Benefits package included. What Success Looks Like in this role Success is measured by more than just numbers.

You are winning when:

• Your weekly outreach pipeline is consistently implemented. • Children don't just attend; they understand the importance of knowing and sharing Jesus