Children's Pastor Jobs

Children's Pastor jobs are open across churches, faith-based nonprofits, and Christian schools, from entry-level volunteer coordinators to senior directors of children's ministry, with specializations in curriculum development, family discipleship, and special-needs ministry. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles11
Top stateArizona
Top employerChrist's Church of the Valley
Top cityPeoria, AZ
Work type100% On-site
Top credentialBachelor's degree

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Creative Arts Pastor ( Head of Worship and Media Ministry)
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Creative Arts Pastor ( Head of Worship and Media Ministry)
Neighborhood Anthem
Hanford, California
Business Strategy
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Project Management

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Sports Pastor - Peoria
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Sports Pastor - Peoria
Christ's Church of the Valley
Peoria, Arizona
Community & Nonprofit Services
Creative Arts & Performance
Sports & Fitness
51-200

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Senior Pastor Administrative Assistant / Office Manager
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Senior Pastor Administrative Assistant / Office Manager
Peninsula Covenant Church
Redwood City, California
Administrative & Office Support
Business Operations
Executive Assistant & Personal Assistant
$77k - $81k/yr
11-50

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Teaching and Campus Pastor-Sloan Creek
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Teaching and Campus Pastor-Sloan Creek
Chase Oaks Church
Fairview, Texas
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
11-50

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Teaching Pastor
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Teaching Pastor
Forefront Church
Brooklyn, New York
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$80k - $120k/yr
On-Site

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Children's Pastor Job Market

Who's Hiring

Christ's Church of the Valley2 open roles
Forefront Church1 open role
Bethel AME Church1 open role

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in Children's pastor jobs.

  • Bachelor's degree in Christian ministry, theology, or a related field
  • 2 or more years of experience leading children's or family ministry programs
  • Ability to develop and teach age-appropriate Bible curriculum for multiple age groups
  • Strong volunteer recruitment, training, and ongoing development skills
  • Background check clearance and child safety certification compliance
  • Proficiency with church management software and presentation tools

Tips for Your Children's Pastor Job Search

Tailor your resume for church culture

Highlight measurable ministry outcomes like volunteer teams built, programming attendance growth, or curriculum you wrote from scratch. Church hiring teams want evidence of hands-on leadership and spiritual formation results, not just a list of duties you performed in past roles.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists children's pastor openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Get your references in ministry order

Churches routinely call pastoral references before an interview, not after. Line up your senior pastor, a volunteer leader you've developed, and a parent from your ministry now so you're not scrambling once a search committee shows interest in your application.

Filter openings by theological alignment

Job titles are almost identical across denominations, but expectations for baptism theology, worship style, and doctrinal statements vary sharply. Read each church's statement of faith before applying so you don't invest time in a process that ends at the doctrinal interview.

Prepare a teaching sample before interviews

Most churches ask finalist candidates to teach a live children's lesson or present a curriculum plan to the search team. Have a 20-minute age-appropriate lesson ready, ideally one you've delivered before, so you can pivot quickly when that request comes.

Negotiate total compensation, not just salary

Church compensation packages often include housing allowances, continuing education funds, and paid conference attendance that have real financial value. Know what each component is worth to you before your final conversation with the hiring pastor or elder board.

Children's Pastor Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most children's pastors?

The companies hiring the most children's pastors right now include Christ's Church of the Valley, Forefront Church, and Bethel AME Church, with the largest share of openings in Arizona, New York, and California, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Multi-site and megachurch organizations tend to post the highest volume of openings as they staff each campus separately.

How many children's pastor jobs are remote?

About 0% of children's pastor openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the in-person nature of most Sunday programming and midweek ministry. Curriculum development, family communications, and administrative coordination roles within children's ministry are the sub-areas most likely to allow partial remote work.

How do you become a children's pastor?

Start by earning a degree in Christian ministry, theology, or education, then volunteer or intern in a children's ministry to build hands-on experience with programming and volunteer leadership. Pursue a formal staff role as a children's ministry coordinator or director, assemble a teaching portfolio with sample curriculum, and cultivate pastoral references who can speak to your character and leadership. Many churches also require ongoing child protection training and a background check before extending an offer.

Can you get a children's pastor job with little experience?

Yes, many smaller and mid-size churches hire candidates with limited paid experience if you can show consistent volunteer leadership, a genuine calling, and evidence of working directly with kids. Lead a small group, assist an established children's director, or coordinate a vacation Bible school program to build your record. Having a strong pastoral recommendation and a sample lesson plan ready can offset a thinner resume when competing for entry-level roles.

What does the children's pastor interview process look like?

Most church hiring processes start with a phone or video screen with a pastor or HR contact, followed by a formal panel interview with elders, staff pastors, and sometimes key volunteers. Finalists are typically invited for a weekend visit that includes a live teaching demonstration with children, a meeting with the elder board, and informal time with the congregation. Reference checks and a background screening happen before or alongside the final offer stage.

Where can I find and apply to children's pastor jobs?

You can find and apply to children's pastor jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from churches and faith-based organizations across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your ministry background, theological fit, and experience level, then apply directly to each opening that suits you.

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