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Overall Responsibility: Oversee, facilitate, and lead the spiritual development of children and youth (birth through high school) in a way that brings honor and glory to God. This includes creating a seamless pipeline from children’s ministry through youth ministry and into young adulthood.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement Biblically-based, culturally-relevant, and engaging ministries for children and youth.
• Provide vision and direction to reach both unchurched families and those within the church through events, small groups, retreats, service opportunities, and age-appropriate gatherings.
• Collaborate with church leadership and ministerial staff to support overall church ministry and vision.
• Recruit, train, and lead teams of volunteers and small group leaders and meet with them regularly to discuss, strategize and implement the plans.
• Create dynamic, high-energy programs that are spiritually formative and enjoyable.
• Foster smooth transitions between children's ministry, youth ministry, and young adult ministry.
• Engage and support parents, equipping them to disciple their children and youth.
• Develop and manage annual ministry budgets for children and youth programs.
• Write regular content for church communications and utilize social media to help promote the ministry, reach the younger generations and keep families and volunteers informed and engaged.
• Attend leadership meetings at all levels (elders/staff, ministerial, council, etc.).
• Collaborate with preschool leadership, including attending meetings and engaging with staff and families.
• Partner with the Worship Team to include children and youth in special services.

Ministry Expectations:

• Grow ministries both numerically and spiritually through outreach, evangelism, and strong Biblical teaching.
• Ensure each child and youth receives age-appropriate, Bible-based instruction that encourages faith development.
• Plan and lead special events, retreats, mission trips, and service projects.
• Identify and utilize effective ministry resources and attend relevant training, conferences, and seminars.
• Maintain strong, open communication with parents and engage them in ministry participation.
• Understand and address the unique challenges and cultural dynamics affecting families and youth today.
• Use ministry as a tool for community outreach and evangelism.
• Provide organization and order at each children/youth gathering.

Personal Expectations:

• Be above reproach as a church leader, living a life of integrity and Christlike character.
• Maintain a vibrant personal walk with God through Bible study, prayer, and worship.
• Prioritize family and model a healthy balance of ministry and home life.
• Actively engage in the life of the church, embodying the family-centered spirit of CPCC.
• Be flexible and adaptable as church needs and roles evolve.
• Uphold and support the mission, vision, values, and leadership of College Park Christian Church.

Qualifications:

• Fulfill Biblical qualifications for overseers as described in 1 Timothy 3:2–7 and Titus 1:6–9.
• A baptized (by immersion) believer who teaches and models baptism as part of salvation.
• Spiritually mature and resilient, with the ability to navigate ministry challenges effectively.
• Friendly, approachable, and a team-builder who inspires others to serve.
• Strong communicator, both verbally and in writing.
• Lifelong learner, open to feedback and personal growth.

Education and Experience:

• Minimum of 2–3 years’ experience in children’s or youth ministry (both preferred).
• Bachelor’s Degree in Children’s Ministry, Youth Ministry, Biblical Studies, or a related field is preferred (extensive ministry experience may be considered in lieu of degree).
• Further training through seminars and conferences is expected.