EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Reynoldsburg Community Church is seeking a relational, creative, and spiritually grounded Minister of Children to help build a safe, joyful, and engaging ministry where children are known, loved, and invited to follow Jesus. This is an opportunity to shape the faith of the next generation while serving alongside a collaborative church staff, committed servant leaders, and a congregation that values children and families. 

Position Summary 

The Minister of Children provides spiritual, strategic, and administrative leadership for children from birth through 5th grade while partnering with their families to strengthen faith at home. This full-time role creates safe, welcoming, Christ-centered environments where children feel seen and loved while they learn about Jesus, grow in faith, build meaningful relationships, and experience the love of God through worship, teaching, service, and community. 

The Minister of Children works closely with the Minister of Next Generations to develop a healthy, growing ministry that helps students take meaningful steps toward becoming lifelong followers of Jesus. 

Reporting Relationships 

• Reports to the Minister of Next Generations. 

• Supervises the Children’s Discipleship Coordinator, childcare staff, and servant leaders. 

• Collaborates with church staff, parents, ministry teams, and the congregation to support RCC’s mission and vision. 

Ministry Purpose 

The Minister of Children leads Pathway Kids, Kid’s Club, and related ministry programs in alignment with RCC’s mission: to love God and people, multiply the faith, and change the world. This role is a calling to create meaningful spaces where children are excited to come to church, parents feel supported, servant leaders are equipped, and the congregation invests in the spiritual formation of the next generation. 

Essential Responsibilities 

Spiritual Leadership and Discipleship 

• Create opportunities for children to know and love Jesus through age-appropriate worship, teaching, prayer, scripture, service, and community. 

• Prepare and oversee weekly large-group and small-group lessons that are biblically faithful, engaging, and aligned with RCC’s mission. 

• Create, plan, and execute meaningful family events that connect and equip them to grow in their faith together.  

• Cultivate a welcoming ministry culture that supports families, encourages spiritual growth, and communicates the purpose of Children’s Ministry clearly. 

Program Development and Administration 

• Work collaboratively with the Next Gen Minister to create a cohesive ministry strategy for children from birth through 5th grade. 

• Live out curriculum that reflects RCC’s mission, values, and ministry priorities. 

• Create special events, including holiday experiences, and plan and implement Vacation Bible School annually. 

• Maintain accurate attendance records and use ministry data for planning, care, and follow-up. 

• Collaborate with the Next Gen Minister to create cohesive and unified programming, and experiences for the next generation and families. 

Safety, Policies, and Compliance 

• Maintain Safe Sanctuary policies that reflect best practices and protect children in RCC’s care. 

• Ensure appropriate screening, training, supervision, and accountability for staff, childcare providers, and servant leaders. 

• Administer personnel policies according to the church handbook and implement direction from church leadership Next Gen Minister, and the Church Board. 

Leadership, Supervision, and Volunteer Development 

• Recruit, equip, schedule, encourage, and retain servant leaders for Children’s Ministry environments and events. 

• Supervise and coach the Children’s Discipleship Coordinator, childcare staff, and servant leaders through clear communication, feedback, and care. 

• Foster healthy teamwork, clear expectations, encouragement, excellence, and accountability. 

Communication, Parent Partnership, and Congregational Engagement 

• Oversee parent communication so information is timely, accurate, professional, and helpful. 

• Cultivate relationships among children, parents, staff, servant leaders, and the congregation. 

• Partner with parents and caregivers to support children’s faith formation at church and at home. 

Budget and Stewardship 

• Develop, manage, and steward the Children’s Ministry budget with the Director of Next Generations and church leadership. 

• Monitor spending, track expenses, and ensure cost-control measures are achieved. 

Key Performance Expectations 

• Curriculum is effectively administered and reflects the mission of RCC. 

• Communications are professional, accurate, timely, and aligned with RCC’s values. 

• Staff, childcare providers, and servant leaders are monitored, coached, and developed for improved ministry effectiveness. 

• Children’s Ministry purpose and mission are communicated clearly to children, parents, servant leaders, staff, the congregation, and community audiences. 

• Budgets, cost-control measures, and Church Board directives are met in a timely and effective manner. 

• Attends weekly Next Generation collaboration meetings.  

Qualifications 

• Loves God with all heart, soul, and mind and has a passion for leading children and families to Jesus. 

• Continually prioritizes and cultivates a personal relation with Jesus Christ. 

• Degree in Childhood Development, Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Christian ministry, or a related field preferred. 

• Three to five years of experience in a similar ministry, church, educational, or child-focused leadership environment preferred. 

• Knowledge of childhood program development, faith formation, classroom management, volunteer development, and administration in a Christian environment. 

• Excellent written and oral communication skills; able to manage staff, servant leaders, ministry systems, and budgets. 

• Mature, relational, and sensitive with parents, children, servant leaders, childcare providers, staff, and the congregation. 

• Able to work independently while contributing effectively to a collaborative church staff. 

• Able to plan and implement programs, policies, and special events; follow direction from church leadership; and work collaboratively as part of a ministry team. 

• Contemporary computer skills and CPR certification required, or ability to obtain CPR certification within an agreed-upon time. 

Reynoldsburg Community Church is seeking a passionate, relational, creative, and spiritually grounded Minister of Youth to lead a growing ministry for students in 6th through 12th grade. This person will build meaningful relationships with students, equip servant leaders, and create a ministry where young people encounter Jesus, grow in faith, discover their gifts, and find a place to belong. 

The ideal candidate will enjoy working with teenagers, understand the unique opportunities and challenges of adolescence, and have a heart for reaching students both inside and outside the church. 

Position Summary 

The Minister of Youth provides leadership and pastoral oversight for RCC’s ministry to 6th–8th grade and 9th–12th grade students. This full-time position will develop engaging ministry experiences, recruit and care for servant leaders, encourage spiritual growth, and build connections among students, families, the church, and the Reynoldsburg community. 

The Minister of Youth works closely with the Minister of Next Generations to develop a healthy, growing ministry that helps students take meaningful steps toward becoming lifelong followers of Jesus. 

Reporting Relationships 

• Reports to the Minister of Next Generations. 

• Provides leadership, training, support, and care for youth ministry servant leaders. 

• Collaborates with church staff, students, parents, the congregation, and community partners. 

Ministry Purpose 

The Minister of Youth will create a ministry in alignment with RCC’s mission: to love God and people, multiply the faith, and change the world. This role is helping preteens and teenagers develop authentic relationships, growing in their relationship with Jesus, discovering who God has created them to be, and using their gifts to serve others. 

The role will also strengthen RCC’s connection with the Reynoldsburg community so students and families who are not currently connected to a church feel welcomed, valued, and invited into meaningful community. 

Essential Responsibilities 

Spiritual Leadership and Discipleship 

• Create a safe, welcoming, and engaging environment where students can build relationships, ask questions, grow in faith, and follow Jesus. 

• Provide age-appropriate teaching, worship, small groups, prayer, service, and discipleship opportunities. 

• Develop ministry rhythms that address the distinct needs of middle school and high school students. 

• Help students discover their gifts and calling and provide opportunities to serve and lead. 

• Partner with parents and caregivers in the spiritual development of their teenagers. 

Program Development and Administration 

• Develop and lead a consistent calendar of youth gatherings, small groups, retreats, mission experiences, service projects, social events, and special programs. 

• Create experiences that are fun, relevant, relational, and meaningful to today’s teenagers. 

• Provide appropriate programming for both 6th–8th grade and 9th–12th grade students. 

• Collaborate with the Next Gen team for family events, and work together effectively as a team. 

• Create opportunities for students to invite friends and connect with young people who are not currently involved in a church. 

• Regularly evaluate ministry programs and events for effectiveness and engagement. 

• Seek and welcome student feedback and incorporate their ideas, needs, and perspectives when making ministry decisions. 

Safety, Policies, and Compliance 

• Maintain Safe Sanctuary policies that reflect best practices and protect children in RCC’s care. 

• Ensure appropriate screening, training, supervision, and accountability for staff and servant leaders. 

• Administer personnel policies according to the church handbook and implement direction from church leadership Next Gen Minister, and the Church Board. 

Leadership, Supervision, and Volunteer Development 

• Recruit, train, equip, schedule, encourage, and care for adult servant leaders. 

• Establish clear expectations, healthy boundaries, and appropriate ministry practices. 

• Provide ongoing coaching and support to help leaders serve effectively and remain spiritually and relationally healthy. 

• Identify and develop student leaders through meaningful opportunities to serve and take ownership. 

• Work with the Minister of Next Generations to develop strategies for ministry growth, increased participation, deeper student engagement, and a cohesive approach to spiritual development throughout every stage of life. 

Communication, Parent Partnership, and Congregational Engagement 

• Build trusting relationships with parents and provide clear, timely communication about youth ministry opportunities and student needs. 

• Encourage parents to be active partners in their teenager’s spiritual development. 

• Help the RCC congregation invest in students through mentoring, serving, prayer, and relationship building. 

• Build relationships with schools, community organizations, families, and other groups serving middle and high school students. 

• Develop outreach opportunities that connect RCC with students and families throughout Reynoldsburg. 

• Work with the Minister of Next Generations to develop strategies for ministry growth, increased participation, and deeper student engagement. 

Budget and Stewardship 

• Develop, manage, and steward the Youth Ministry budget with the Minister of Next Generations and church leadership. 

• Monitor spending, track expenses, and ensure cost-control measures are achieved. 

Key Performance Expectations 

• Students are growing in their relationship with Jesus and developing meaningful relationships with trusted adults and peers. 

• Both age groups—6th–8th and 9th–12th—have clear purpose and consistent opportunities for connection, discipleship, and growth. 

• Youth Ministry events effectively engage current students and create opportunities to reach new students. 

• A healthy team of servant leaders is recruited, trained, supported, and developed. 

• Students are increasingly equipped to serve, lead, and take ownership of their faith. 

• Parents and caregivers experience strong communication and see RCC as a partner in their teenager’s spiritual development. 

• RCC develops stronger relationships with students, families, schools, and community organizations throughout Reynoldsburg. 

• Youth Ministry demonstrates growth in participation, discipleship, leadership, and outreach. 

• Budgets, cost-control measures, and Church Board directives are met in a timely and effective manner. 

• Attends weekly Next Generation collaboration meetings. 

Qualifications 

• Loves God with all heart, soul, and mind and has a genuine passion for teenagers and helping them discover and follow Jesus. 

• Continually prioritizes and cultivates a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. 

• Degree in Youth Ministry, Christian Ministry, Theology, Education, or a related field preferred. 

• Three to five years of experience working with middle and/or high school students in a church, educational, nonprofit, or related setting preferred. 

• Understands the developmental, social, emotional, and spiritual characteristics of adolescents. 

• Strong relational skills with the ability to connect naturally with teenagers while maintaining appropriate boundaries. 

• Demonstrated ability to recruit, train, motivate, and care for adult volunteers. 

• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills. 

• Creative and adaptable, with an ability to develop programs and events that connect with contemporary teenagers. 

• Comfortable engaging with parents, church members, community leaders, schools, and community partners. 

• Able to work independently while contributing effectively to a collaborative church staff. 

• Brings energy, passion, and enthusiasm to teamwork and youth ministry. 

• Contemporary computer skills and CPR certification required, or ability to obtain CPR certification within an agreed-upon timeframe.