Snapshot
Denomination: Presbyterian - EPC (Reformed)
Weekly Attendance: 1,000
Location: Fair Oaks, California
The Role: Kids Director
About The Organization:
Fair Oaks Church is a church family following Jesus so that everyone can flourish. Fair Oaks has a rich history of God leading generations of people to follow Jesus in this region since 1952. It has always been a Jesus church, proclaiming the life-giving message of Christ and seeing generations of lives transformed by his grace. Since 2009, Fair Oaks has belonged to the Evangelical Presbyterian Church (EPC). It’s a unique family of 600 churches held closely together through relationships, and a deep commitment to sharing the Gospel and making disciples of Jesus. Fair Oaks is a church family following Jesus and strives to cultivate a community of love.
About the Role:
We are seeking a dynamic, fun, engaging, fun, awesome, and fun Kid Min leader! Our Fair Oaks Kids program is for kids from birth-5th grade. Fair Oaks is committed to providing a safe, clean, and fun environment for kids to connect with each other and learn about Jesus. The gospel is presented in a kid-friendly way that explains who Jesus is and what He has done for us all! We believe no one is too young or too old to be used by God!
The Role Will:
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Provide spiritual direction and leadership to the entire Kids Ministry program.
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Recruit, invite, welcome, and engage with kids and families.
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Partner with parents, communicating and engaging with them regularly to help their kids grow in their relationship with Jesus.
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Create a fun, welcoming environment for kids to belong and follow Jesus.
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Function as a spiritual leader and coach to children and families.
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Recruit, equip, and oversee teachers, volunteers, and interns.
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Develop annual Kids Ministry and child care budget.
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Develop and implement Kid Min programs and events including Sunday mornings, midweek kids club, summer camps, and family outreach events.
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Maintain high standards of child-related safety and security.
What You Bring:
Education & Experience
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BA/BS is required (Kids or Youth Min degree is a plus).
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Minimum 5-10 years leading Kids Ministry in a large dynamic church environment.
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Experienced in recruiting, developing, motivating, and empowering others.
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Experience with video, media, and social media is a plus.
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Experience with Orange KidMin Philosophy & Curriculum is a plus.
Personal Characteristics
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A healthy, growing relationship with Jesus Christ.
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Creative, problem solver, hard-working, and loves to have fun.
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Enjoys creating fun and engaging environments and experiences for kids.
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A dynamic leader - team player that can create a healthy team culture.
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A leader of leaders and has a positive attitude and winsome personality.
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Able to engage with kids, partner with parents, and lead teams.
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An excellent communicator and able to deliver relevant, Biblical messages in a variety of settings, ages, and groups.
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A self-starter but thrives in collaboration with others on a team.
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Focused, reliable, attentive to detail, and follow-through.
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Humble, teachable, and committed to a growth mindset.
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Pursues spiritual health, growth, personal, and professional development.
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Able to model a healthy work-life balance for yourself and your family.
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Passionate about evangelism and reaching unchurched people (& kids!) with the good news of Jesus.
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Strong communication skills.
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Engages well with people including kids, parents, church & community.
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