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Dedicated to MBIC’s mission of “initiating and nurturing a growing relationship with Christ,” our Assistant Children’s Ministry Director plays a vital role in discipling our youngest generations and encouraging the families who raise them. Working closely with our Children’s Ministry Director on the Family Ministry team, this role balances relational support with administration to equip volunteers and ensure our children’s programs are organized, vibrant, and welcoming.
In this role, you will help equip, empower, and encourage our volunteer teams across Sunday mornings and Wednesday night Quest programming. From preparing curriculum materials and stocking Kids’ Zone environments to managing volunteer schedules and celebrating life milestones with newborn families, your work keeps our children’s ministry running smoothly. Whether you are helping run a Wednesday event, stepping into a classroom as a teacher or greeter, or encouraging a volunteer team member, you will be key to helping kids encounter Jesus.
About Us
Manheim Brethren in Christ Church (MBIC) exists to help people in our community initiate and nurture a growing relationship with Jesus Christ. We’re a church on the move — with growing momentum, a collaborative staff team, and deep roots in the Manheim community. We believe the local church is God’s primary vehicle for transformation, and we’re investing in the people and ministries that make that happen.
Duties
- Cultivate healthy relationships with volunteers.
- Provide support during Wednesday night and Sunday morning programming
- Organize and prepare Children’s Ministry environments.
- Assist the Children’s Ministry Director by selecting curriculum, preparing and distributing printed lesson plan resources and materials, as well as take-home materials.
- Ensure the Kids’ Zone in the Main Assembly is organized and stocked with supplies.
- Assist the Children’s Ministry Director in planning and executing special Wednesday events and trainings.
- Assist with volunteer scheduling for Sunday mornings Children’s Ministry programming, ensuring teams are equipped and adequately staffed.
- Celebrate with families by contacting them following the birth of a child, following the established communication workflow.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Key Competencies
- Ability to serve as a spiritual role model by demonstrating a commitment to Christ and spiritual maturity (1 Timothy 3, Titus 1).
- Exceptional ability to assist, value, listen to, and support others..
- Ability to work ahead, plan, organize, delegate, and communicate well.
- A self-starter with the ability to work on your own and see projects to successful completion.
- Willingness to step into a variety of roles as needed (e.g., greeter, teacher, etc.).
- Willingness to serve with a professional and positive attitude that supports the core values of Manheim BIC and other church ministries.
- Ability to remain calm in tough situations and critically evaluate helpful solutions.
- Alignment with the beliefs and practices of the Brethren In Christ denomination.
- Completion of all required FBI, State Police, and child abuse clearances before the start date.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $17.50 - $19.50 per hour
Expected hours: 20.0 per week
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
Experience:
- church ministry: 2 years (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Manheim, PA 17545 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Manheim, PA 17545: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in Children's ministry director jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in Christian Education, Ministry, or a related theological field
- Proven experience developing and leading children's or family ministry programs
- Strong volunteer recruitment, training, and retention skills
- Proficiency with church management software and curriculum planning tools
- Safe church certification and current background check clearance
- Ability to teach and communicate effectively across infant through preteen age groups
Tips for Your Children's Ministry Director Job Search
Tailor your resume to ministry scope
Hiring committees want to see the age ranges you've led, volunteer team sizes you've managed, and specific curriculum frameworks you've implemented. Generic ministry experience reads as thin, quantify your programs by attendance, volunteer count, or grade levels served.
Highlight your theology and denominational fit
Many churches screen out candidates before an interview based on doctrinal alignment. Name your theological tradition and any denominational affiliation directly in your resume summary so search committees can self-select efficiently and you avoid wasted conversations.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists children's ministry director openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Build a portfolio of program outcomes
Bring documented evidence of curriculum you designed, VBS attendance growth, or family engagement initiatives you launched. Committees hiring at the director level want proof of vision and execution, not just a list of job duties from past roles.
Prepare for a multi-round church interview process
Most churches run at least two formal interview rounds, often followed by a candidating weekend where you teach a lesson, meet key volunteers, and answer questions from families. Practice your teaching sample and prepare concise answers about your philosophy of children's spiritual formation.
Negotiate start date around ministry calendar
If you receive an offer in spring, ask whether the start date can align before fall programming ramps up, churches value continuity into their biggest recruitment and launch season. Proposing a ministry-aware timeline signals operational maturity before your first day.
Children's Ministry Director Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most children's ministry directors?
The most active employers for children's ministry directors right now are BsideU for Life, Wooddale Church, and Moody Bible Institute, and the most openings are in Minnesota, Illinois, and Kentucky, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Faith-based nonprofits and multi-site church networks tend to post the most consistently throughout the year.
How many children's ministry director jobs are remote?
About 0% of children's ministry director openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting that most roles require on-site Sunday programming and volunteer oversight. Administrative functions like curriculum development, communications, and volunteer coordination are most likely to be performed partially off-site.
How do you become a children's ministry director?
Start with a degree in Christian education, ministry, or theology, then gain hands-on experience serving as a children's ministry volunteer or coordinator in a local church. Build competency in curriculum development, volunteer leadership, and child safety compliance. Pursue roles with increasing scope, demonstrate program growth, and earn relevant certifications in safe church practices before applying at the director level.
Can you get hired as a children's ministry director with little experience?
Smaller or newer churches often hire candidates with strong volunteer leadership backgrounds and clear theological alignment over those with years of paid experience. If your paid experience is limited, document every curriculum you've taught, every team you've led on a volunteer basis, and any formal ministry training you've completed, committees weigh demonstrated commitment heavily for entry-level director roles.
What does the children's ministry director interview process look like?
Most churches begin with a phone or video screen focused on theological fit and ministry philosophy, followed by a formal panel interview with pastoral staff and elder leadership. Finalists are typically invited for a candidating weekend that includes a taught lesson observed by families, a Q&A with current volunteers, and informal meetings with the lead pastor before a final offer decision is made.
Where can I find and apply to children's ministry director jobs?
You can find and apply to children's ministry director jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from churches, faith-based nonprofits, and Christian organizations across the United States. Search for roles that match your ministry background, theological tradition, and preferred location, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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