East Paris Baptist Church Children’s Pastor / Director Opening East Paris Baptist Church in Paris, TX is seeking a full-time Children’s Pastor or Director. This position should be filled by man or woman who is a follower of Christ, and has a heart for creating an inviting atmosphere that disciples children in The Word and enhances the spread of the Gospel and growth of the church.

Primary Directives

• Work under the authority and leadership of the Sr. Pastor in carrying out the vision for the children’s ministry and the church.
• Collaborate with other staff and church volunteers as a team to establish a balanced ministry for spiritual growth, evangelism, discipleship, missions, etc.
• Oversee development of Children’s Ministry Team through recruitment, training, and communication.
• Accountable for Children’s programs and curriculum.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain Children’s Chapel for ages K-5th grades for Sunday and Wednesday services.
• Recruit, encourage, and equip volunteers for classes, activities, and events, and determine and schedule training as appropriate.
• Regularly establish and communicate schedule of volunteers.
• Review early childhood curriculum, and adjust as and when needed.
• Attend conferences, curriculum meetings, and activities for continuing education and development.
• Divide classes and resources according to age-appropriate children’s classes.
• Review Bible study materials for all levels to verify doctrinal issues, age appropriateness, and consistency.
• Establish a mission emphasis in the Children’s Ministry along the lines of Acts 1:2.
• Plan a monthly outreach event and activity, giving an evangelistic opportunity to reach children and families outside of the church.
• Oversee discipleship for every child that makes a profession of faith.
• Plan, prepare for, direct, and recruit for annual Vacation Bible School and Children’s Camp.