4th & 5th Ministry Coordinator

About the Role

The 4th & 5th Grade Ministry Coordinator assists and supports the 4th-5th grade Director/Pastor in all aspects of the ministry. Preteen Ministry at CBC serves 4th-5th grade students, providing weekend worship gatherings designed to help students grow in their relationship with Christ, engage with God’s Word, and experience community.

Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare environments for 4th-5th grade students to experience Jesus Christ’s love through weekend worship gatherings, small groups, and ministry programming.
• Supervise and support all aspects of Preteen worship gatherings during weekend services, including teaching large group lessons and leading small groups.
• Build relationships with and consistently encourage and pray for parents, students, and volunteers connected to the ministry.
• Recruit, train, and empower volunteers to minister to Preteen students.
• Ensure cleanliness, order, safety, and security of all rooms, equipment, and supplies.
• Communicate on behalf of the Preteen Ministry with visitors, parents, and other ministry departments.
• Create and maintain volunteer rosters and schedules, and communicate with volunteers as needed.
• Maintain accurate student and family information in the church database.
• Oversee the purchase/acquisition of ministry-specific supplies.
• Plan, coordinate, and oversee Preteen events throughout the school year, including Fancy Friendsgiving, Preteen Fiesta, and Preteen Summer Hang.
• Assist with planning and execution of other Preteen programs and initiatives.
• Participate in approved or directed training programs for professional growth.
• Support assimilation by tracking and following up with first-time guests and new believers through cards and phone calls.
• Assist with occasional Wednesday evening activities, including baptism nights, revival nights, and special events.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree.
• 3+ years of related work experience in volunteer development and oversight.
• Experience and knowledge working with upper elementary-age children.

Skills

• People person, energetic, and excellent leadership abilities.
• Strong organizational and communication skills (written and verbal).
• Proficiency in computer technology (Google Docs, social media, presentation software, etc.).
• Knowledge of CBC safety standards and children’s ministry procedures.

Schedule

Full-time (40 hours/week), exempt. Weekend services on Saturday and Sunday. Flexible weekday office hours Monday-Thursday. Evening responsibilities include occasional Preteen events and annual events like Fancy Friendsgiving, Preteen Fiesta, and Preteen Summer Hang.

Physical Requirements

• Good vision, manual dexterity, and ability to remain stationary for extended periods.
• Ability to move around the Preteen space and lift up to 40 pounds (occasionally up to 75 pounds for children).
• Occasional reaching, stooping, kneeling, bending, and crouching.

Work Environment

Duties are performed in various settings, including outdoor, office, and technical environments. The work pace can be fast and hectic, requiring effective stress management and multitasking in a service-oriented setting.

Additional Requirements

• Exemplify The CBC Way: Honor, Hospitality, Hustle, High Capacity, and Humility.
• CBC Member with a genuine desire to serve God and the Church.
• Maintain a life beyond reproach (1 Timothy 3) with daily Bible study and prayer disciplines.

Please note: This job description is not comprehensive and may change at any time.