Children's Ministry Director

Join our Team

Overview

Status: Part-time (10–15 hrs/wk)

• Apply by: August 31, 2025

You love helping kids know and follow Jesus.

We’re looking for a relational, organized leader to champion Creekside Kids, equip volunteers, and partner with parents.

At a Glance

Two tracks (you choose):

Children’s Ministry Director – 10 hrs/wk

Children’s Minister – 15 hrs/wk (adds staff/team responsibilities)

Reports to: Senior Pastor

When: Sundays required; some mid-week hours for prep, meetings, and events

Compensation (CO transparency): $18-21/hour + approved ministry expenses

Start: As soon as practical after selection (target early fall)

How to apply: Email resume, brief cover letter, and 2 references (1 ministry-related, 1 professional) to Luke.Heirendt@gmail.com with subject “Children’s Ministry Leader Application.” Please note in your application whether you are applying for the director (10 hrs/week) or minister (15 hrs/week) position.

What You'll Do:

Core (Children’s Ministry Director ~10 hrs/wk)

Lead Sunday operations for Creekside Kids (Check-In, nursery/classrooms, teach as needed).

Select curriculum and guide the spiritual direction of the ministry.

Maintain safe, clean, well-stocked environments (nursery supplies, snacks, etc.).

Recruit, background-check, schedule, and train volunteers. 

Plan and admin key discipleship/outreach events (e.g., Vacation Bible School, Indoor Trick-or-Treat).

Calendar and budget needs; implement space improvements.

Additional (Children’s Minister + 5 hrs/wk)

Participate in weekly staff meetings and planning.

Pursue ongoing growth (reading/conferences).

Be available for basic mentoring/care for kids and parents.

Light website updates and event promotion (digital/print).

Purchase supplies as needed; assist with church workdays/seasonal decor.

Respond to deacon/benevolence requests within scope.

What You Bring:

A vibrant, growing walk with Jesus and love for the local church.

Alignment with Creekside’s statement of faith and ministry culture.

Experience leading kids or family ministry (staff or high-level volunteer).

Strengths in organization, communication, and volunteer care/training.

Safety mindset and reliability on Sundays.

Willingness to complete background check and child-safety training.

Bonus: comfort with Canva, social media, event planning, or outreach.

Compensation & Benefits (Colorado)

Salaried: $18-21/hr depending on experience

Included: Reimbursed ministry expenses (with approval), paid training resources/conferences (as budgeted). 

Notes: Creekside is a religious organization; role requires faith alignment and passing a background check.

Timeline

Applications close: August 31, 2025

Interviews: Early September (by the search team) 

Final step: Congregational vote (per our constitution)

Ready to Apply?

Send resume, brief cover letter, and 2 references to Luke.Heirendt@gmail.com

Please note in your application whether you are applying for the director (10 hrs/week) or minister (15 hrs/week) position.

Questions? Email office@creekside.cc