Children/Youth Minister

Burks Branch Baptist Church | Shelbyville, KY

Posted Date 3/12/2025
Description

The purpose of this position is to lead our Kid’s Ministry (birth through 5th grade) and youth (6th grade through 12th grade). This position will be responsible for developing a children’s ministry consistent with Burk’s Branch’s mission. A ministry where kids and families are welcomed as they are, have opportunities to connect with others as they grow closer to Jesus and His purpose for their life. The Children/Youth Minister is directly accountable to, supervised and guided by the Pastor.

 

Primary Functions and expectations:

  • Create a fun, attractive, and relational ministry environment where children and youth are taught faithfully and known personally
  • Coordinate, create, and execute ministry programming and at least one activity per month
  • Manage and facilitate parents, ensuring communication and that they are provided with opportunities to be involved in the spiritual development of their children
  • Coordinate, recruit, and train volunteers to serve
  • Assist and be present for Vacation Bible School (June 15-19, 6:00pm-9:00pm)
  • Plan one summer event
  • Work an average of 10 hours per week
  • Candidate shall undergo an in/out of state background check
  • Be a team player that is trustworthy, displays a positive attitude and will loyally support the church staff

 

Spiritual requirements:

  • Must have an intimate growing relationship with Jesus
  • Must attend worship weekly at Burk’s Branch
  • Model standards and characteristics of Jesus in daily life
  • Have a passion for working with children and youth

 

Compensation:

  • Pay will be $1,000 per month ($12,000 annually)
Salary12,000.00 Annual
Type
Part Time/Bi-Vocational
Avg Worship Attendance?
75

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