Who Are We? The Alpine Church of Christ is an established congregation of approximately 500 members in the east
Texas city of Longview. Alpine is a growing body of Christ followers who are currently experiencing a season of renewal
and re-visioning. While we are grateful for our heritage in the Stone-Campbell (Restoration) Movement, we recognize the
importance of rethinking what it means to live as Christ’s body in our contemporary culture. Alpine believes that our call is
not just to believe in Jesus Christ, but to serve as living examples of God’s grace and truth in the world. Here at Alpine, we
believe that we exist to make and grow disciples of Jesus through worship, teaching, community, service, and sharing the
good news of the gospel.
Who Are We Searching For? The Alpine Church of Christ is prayerfully seeking a Children’s Minister who will partner
with our families and our congregation in encouraging growth in discipleship in approximately 115 children, from birth
through grade 6. Our new Children’s Minister will be a deeply committed disciple of Jesus who loves to teach the truth of
God’s Word to children of all ages. Our new Children’s Minister will be skilled in building collaborative ministry teams and
designing effective ministry processes that create a vibrant culture of community and discipleship. Our new Children’s
Minister will fully embrace Alpine’s Mission and discipleship process. In conjunction with other ministries, the Children’s
Minister will seek to support and equip parents for their important role in nurturing faith and discipleship in their children.
Who Will The Children’s Minister Report To? The Children’s Minister will report to the Preaching & Administrative
Minister who supervises our church staff.
What Is The Status Of This Position? As a full-time minister’s position, this exempt position qualifies for the ministerial
exception.
SPIRITUAL AND PERSONAL QUALIFICATIONS- Is a baptized believer in Christ
- Believes the Bible is the inspired and authoritative Word of God
- Maintains a life of personal and spiritual development and accountability as a follower of Christ
- Is growing as a disciple and desires to disciple others
- Refrains from any social or private behavior considered or interpreted as unbecoming of a Christian
- Displays a positive, humble, and teachable spirit
- Maintains a strong prayer life and demonstrates a respect for God’s Word
- Exemplifies the utmost integrity and demonstrates character that is “above reproach”
- If married, maintains a healthy marriage and family life
RELATIONSHIP TO THE CHURCH, MINISTERS, STAFF, AND VOLUNTEERS- Fully embraces the Mission and discipleship process of the Alpine Church of Christ
- Is passionate and gifted to lead and serve in Children’s Ministry
- Is capable of leading, recruiting, training, and supporting Children’s Ministry leaders, teachers, and volunteers
- Is capable of building strong, authentic relationships with children, parents, volunteers, and church members
- Communicates regularly and effectively with parents, ministers, church staff, supervisor, and elders
- Demonstrates effective problem-solving and conflict management skills
- Demonstrates an understanding of and willingness to integrate “Simple Church” principles (Clarity, Movement, Alignment, Focus) in the design and implementation of the Children’s Ministry
- Demonstrates an aptitude for and/or skills in designing ministry processes
- Builds cooperative and collaborative relationships with church staff, elders, ministry leaders, and church members
- Maintains the highest level of confidentiality
- Willing to attend conferences and seminars to enhance knowledge and skills in Children’s Ministry
- Actively participates in church staff meetings
MINIMUM SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS- Possesses a minimum of a bachelor’s degree, preferably in Bible/Ministry, Education, or the Behavioral Sciences
- Has a minimum of two years’ experience in Children’s Ministry or teaching and working with children
- Is effective in teaching various age groups of children
- Strong oral and written communication skills with the ability to interact with parents, volunteers, church members and the public in a professional manner
- Demonstrates initiative and a strong work ethic
- Demonstrates an ability to organize and manage multiple tasks and projects
- Is effective working with and leading teams
- Familiarity with classroom management strategies
- Ability to balance the need for organization/structure with the need for flexibility
- Ability to use or willingness to learn how to use the church database (Realm) to collect and manage information related to the Children’s Ministry
- Ability to sit for an extended time in an office environment
- Ability to lift medium sized objects associated with job duties
- Ability to be mobile around Alpine’s campus while performing job duties
- Has or obtains a valid Texas Driver’s License Class C
CHILDREN’S MINISTRY RESPONSIBILITIES: ADMINISTRATIVE/LEADERSHIP DUTIES- Prayerfully design and create a vibrant and spiritually meaningful Children’s Ministry that is well-aligned with Alpine’s discipleship process
- Works with Children’s Ministry deacons to recruit, lead, and build a collaborative Children’s Ministry Leadership Team
- Maintain a safe Children’s Ministry environment by implementing appropriate safety policies and procedures, including effective check-in and check-out procedures
- Keep an up-to-date record of all Children’s Ministry leaders and teachers with regard to background checks
- In conjunction with the HR Team and Youth Minister, create, revise, and oversee the implementation of a Child Safety Policy
- Be diligent in the creation and management of the Children’s Ministry’s annual budget and faithfully steward the church’s resources
- Maintain event permission forms, waivers, consents, and background checks related to ministry activities
CHILDREN’S MINISTRY RESPONSIBILITIES: BIBLE LEARNING & APPLICATION- Recruit, train, lead, inspire, and support a team of Bible School coordinators who oversee Sunday morning and Wednesday evening Bible classes across various age divisions
- Create and update job descriptions for Bible School coordinators
- In conjunction with Bible School coordinators and teachers, develop and maintain meaningful and engaging Bible Classes on Sunday mornings and Wednesday evenings that are developmentally appropriate and Biblically based
- Periodically review, evaluate, update, or change the Children’s Bible class curriculum
- Monitor Bible Class attendance records and trends, identifying potential issues and addressing them in a timely fashion
- Plan and provide periodic teacher training and enrichment sessions for teachers and volunteers
- Recruit, train, and support Sunday morning Children’s Worship Coordinators and volunteers
- Work collaboratively with the Youth Minister to ensure the alignment and integration of discipleship processes across the transition between children’s and youth ministries
- Plans and coordinates occasional service and discipleship activities that are well-aligned with Alpine’s discipleship process
- Work with Bible School Coordinators and teachers to address the needs of children with special considerations
CHILDREN’S MINISTRY RESPONSIBILITIES: PARTNERING WITH PARENTS & FAMILIES- Partner with parents and encourage them to be active in the discipling process with their children
- Provide parents with resources and training that can assist them in the spiritual formation of their children
- Maintain a clear and open process of communication with parents/guardians
- Coordinate regular planning meetings with parents and volunteers
- Look for opportunities to build relationships with Alpine Christian Academy children and families and to encourage their participation in the Children’s Ministry
- Develop and implement strategies for reaching and assimilating new children and their families
- Create and plan periodic kid/family-centered events that are well-aligned with Alpine’s discipleship process
- Coordinates and collaborates with the Family Ministry and Youth Ministry Teams on ministry activities and strategies that share a common focus on families
