First United Methodist Church Celina: Part-Time Children's Ministry Director

Children's Ministry Director (Part-Time)

First United Methodist Church of Celina (FUMC Celina)
Celina, Texas

ATTENTION: Children's Ministry Director Position

Position Summary

The Children's Ministry Director provides leadership, vision, and coordination for a vibrant and engaging children's ministry at FUMC Celina. This role focuses on creating a dynamic Sunday morning experience where children encounter God's love in meaningful, fun, and age-appropriate ways.

This leader will build, develop, and sustain a ministry that helps children and families feel welcomed, connected, and growing in faith-supporting the church's identity as a House of Grace.

• Type: Part-Time (Approximately 10-15 hours per week)
• Compensation: $20-$25 per hour (based on experience)
• Reports to: Senior Pastor
• Schedule: Sundays required; flexible weekday hours

Primary Responsibilities

Sunday Ministry Leadership

• Design and lead a high-quality, engaging Sunday children's program
• Oversee all children's ministry environments, including:
  • Children's Church
  • Sunday School classes
  • Nursery
• Ensure a safe, welcoming, and joyful experience for all children and families
• Recruit, train, and support volunteers to serve effectively on Sundays

Program Development & Creativity

• Develop and organize curriculum, lessons, and activities that are biblically grounded and age-appropriate
• Create a fun, interactive, and spiritually meaningful environment for children
• Continuously improve ministry experiences with creativity and intentionality
• Build and maintain a strong volunteer team
• Schedule and communicate with volunteers regularly
• Provide encouragement, guidance, and appreciation for those serving

Weekly Planning & Family Connection

• Plan and prepare all elements needed for Sunday programming
• Communicate consistently with parents and families
• Build relationships with families to foster trust, engagement, and discipleship at home
• Help plan and support church-wide events, especially those involving children and families
• Participate in occasional community events to connect with and reach new families
• Collaborate with church leadership to grow the ministry’s reach and impact

Qualifications

• A growing and active Christian faith
• Passion for working with children and families
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Creative, self-motivated, and team-oriented
• Ability to recruit, lead, and inspire volunteers
• Experience in children's ministry or education preferred
• Be present and engaged on Sunday mornings
• Participate in key church events throughout the year
• Model a positive, welcoming, and Christ-centered attitude
• Work collaboratively with staff and church leadership
• Attend weekly Staff Meetings

Vision for the Role

We are seeking a leader who will help us build an amazing children's ministry-supporting one where kids are excited to come, parents feel confident and connected, and families grow together in faith.

This is more than a program—it is an opportunity to shape lives, build community, and create a place where children know they belong and are loved by God.