About us
We are a community of people who are in process.
We have imperfect & messy lives, but we are pursuing and experiencing a transforming relationship with our Lord & Savior Jesus Christ.
Our one goal is to lead people into a growing relationship with Jesus Christ. We try to do this with every interaction we have - whether on Sunday morning or through our many ministries and outreaches. Everybody is welcome here, whatever your story, your questions, doubts or struggles.
We’re all about doing life together in community, being intentional about our growth as people and serving one another and our broader community along the way. Proudly serving Clermont since 1891.
Our work environment includes:
- Modern office setting
- Food provided
- Safe work environment
- Flexible working hours
- On-the-job training
Purpose of the Job: Develop, coordinate, and implement the vision and strategies of all aspects of the Children’s Ministry including, but not limited to, Sunday School, Early Childhood Ministry, Wesley Christian Academy religious education, Elementary Age, VBS, seasonal and special events.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Spiritual formation plan for birth to 5th grade, an intentional approach for spiritual growth.
Comfortable leading from upfront and planning large events that attract 100-500 kids, working with at-risk families and children.
Create a positive school culture
Understand the current culture and provide relevant teaching techniques and methods to communicate biblical truths to various ages.
Oversee Safe Sanctuary to ensure children’s workers and leaders are screened before placing them in ministry.
Oversee training and planning sessions for children’s leaders/workers.
Organize the classrooms nd ensure their cleanliness and safety and work with the WCA on successfully sharing space.
Approve all children’s ministry programs, curricula, activities and disbursement of funds for supplies and projects while maintaining budget.
Supervise Children’s Ministry Staff that schedules all teachers and childcare workers. Ultimately responsible for the overall staffing of teachers and childcare workers if substitutes are not found.
Meet regularly with Parents in Action council to address needs, discuss concerns, answer questions, and strategize overall plans for the children’s ministry.
Coordinate all promotions of children’s ministries.
Partner with the WCA on crossover opportunities including employee training, parenting seminars, VBS and other children’s events.
Lead Children’s Chapel for WCA during the week to provide connection between church and school.
Cultivate relationships with the families of Wesley Christian Academy.
Oversee budget and expenditures for areas falling under Children’s ministries.
Maintain personnel files.
Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:
Prior experience leading a children's ministry team for a large church with a 100+ kids preferred.
Must have a Bachelor’s Degree Preferably in Religion/Christian Education or related field.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate with people of all ages in large groups as well as one-on-one.
Should have some budgeting experience.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $45,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 403(b)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Leadership: 2 years (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Clermont, FL 34711 (Required)
Work Location: In person