Help Children Grow in Faith. Help Volunteers Thrive. Help Families Feel at Home. Southport Presbyterian Church (EPC) is seeking a part-time Children's Ministry Director (20-25 hours per week) to provide hands-on leadership for our ministry to children from birth through fifth grade. We're looking for someone who loves Jesus, loves children, and has the organizational and relational skills to help our children's ministry run smoothly. This person will play a vital role in recruiting and equipping volunteers, coordinating Sunday morning programming, communicating with families, and creating a welcoming environment where children are known and encouraged to grow in faith. Working alongside our Executive Director of Student and Family Ministries, the Children's Ministry Director will help carry out our church's vision for discipling the next generation. While the Executive Director provides overall vision and strategic leadership for our ministries from birth through 12th grade, the Children's Ministry Director will focus on the weekly leadership and operations of children's ministry. This is a wonderful opportunity for someone who enjoys both people and details—someone who can build relationships, develop volunteers, anticipate needs, and help turn ministry vision into meaningful experiences for children and families.

Position Details Part-time:

20-25 hours per week, including Sunday mornings and two weekdays.

Compensation:

20-24 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications. Five hours on Sunday mornings, with occasional Sundays off. Flexible weekday schedule, with Tuesday afternoons preferred for staff meetings. Occasional evening and weekend hours for special ministry events. Reports to the Executive Director of Student and Family Ministries. Key ResponsibilitiesSunday Morning Ministry and Operations Coordinate the weekly operations of children's ministry, from birth through fifth grade. Prepare and maintain volunteer schedules, ensuring classrooms are appropriately staffed. Oversee the implementation of children's ministry curriculum and programming. Ensure classrooms, supplies, and ministry spaces are prepared for Sunday mornings. Maintain a safe, welcoming, fun, and gospel-centered environment for children. Anticipate and address operational needs so that Sunday morning ministry runs smoothly. Volunteer Recruitment and Leadership Recruit, train, schedule, and encourage children's ministry volunteers. Develop and maintain a dependable volunteer schedule, including coordinating substitutes and addressing staffing needs. Build strong relationships with volunteers and help them feel supported, equipped, and appreciated. Provide clear communication and practical resources so volunteers can serve confidently and effectively. Identify and develop volunteer leaders who can take ownership of specific ministry responsibilities. Family Engagement Build relationships with children and parents, helping families feel known, welcomed, and connected. Communicate regularly with parents about children's ministry programming, events, and opportunities. Welcome new families and help them connect with children's ministry. Partner with parents in nurturing their children's faith at home. Ministry Events and Staff Collaboration Work with the Executive Director of Student and Family Ministries to implement the church's vision for children's discipleship and family ministry. Coordinate Kids Camp and seasonal family events in collaboration with staff and volunteer leaders. Collaborate with the Outreach Pastor, Director of Welcome Place, and other ministry staff to support families with young children. Participate in Tuesday staff meetings and contribute to the overall life and ministry of the church. QualificationsRequired A growing and vibrant relationship with Jesus Christ. Agreement with the doctrinal positions of the Evangelical Presbyterian Church. Spiritual maturity and a lifestyle consistent with Christian leadership. Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage schedules, coordinate details, and follow through on responsibilities. Ability to recruit, equip, encourage, and coordinate volunteers. Strong relational and communication skills with children, parents, volunteers, and staff. Ability to work collaboratively, take initiative, and carry out ministry priorities with minimal supervision. Commitment to the mission, policies, and procedures of Southport Presbyterian Church. Preferred Experience in children's ministry, education, child development, or a related field. Experience coordinating volunteers, schedules, or ministry programs. Experience leading and developing volunteer teams. To Apply Please send a resume and cover letter to Pastor Glen Massey at gmassey@southportpres.org.

Pay:

$20.00 - $24.00 per hour Expected hours: 20.0 - 25.0 per week

Benefits:

Flexible schedule

Work Location:

In person