Kid Ministry Curriculum Coordinator
Katy, TX
Part Time
Mid Level
Job Title: Curriculum Coordinator, Newlands Kids
Direct Oversight: Nelwands Kid Pastor
Summary of Position
Here at Newlands Church we believe Newlands Kids exists to equip the next generation to develop an intimate relationship with God and walk out the call of God on their life. We want every child to come in and feel equipped for their every day life. This ministry exist to partner with the entire family unit to help in raising up world changers that impact the world around them. We will do this by helping children Know God, Belong to Family, Discover their Purpose, and Build the Kingdom and help parents and care givers with tools they need to equip the world changers they are raising. We see a ministry that communicates intentionally to the care-givers and helps children develop character and every day tools to carry them through life.
This role is a leadership role with the primary focus of coordinating the planning and execution of kids curriculum across all locations. This position is highly relational and focused on communicating and developing a culture for healthy, effective and engaging ministry to happen. This individual must be passionate about spiritual formation in children as well as have a desire to see our ministry come alongside parents and guardians. This person must be a high capacity, servant leader who loves kids and families and has the ability to build teams and structures to support the overarching mission of this ministry.
Principle Responsibilities
Modeling Biblical Priorities
Responsible for upholding Biblical priorities and core values of Newlands Church, the Coordinator should represent a growing personal relationship with Christ. They should model a strong relationship with his or her spouse (if married) and children (if applicable). The Coordinator strives to fulfill his or her purpose in life and ministry while demonstrating integrity in words, relationships, and actions.
These objectives are accomplished by:
- Committing to a daily quiet-time with God.
- Participating in a Newlands Church small group on a regular basis.
- Setting appropriate boundaries to protect character and integrity.
- Developing personal evangelism opportunities within and outside the church.
- Supporting the ministries of Newlands Church by faithfully tithing.
- Adhering to and encompassing the Core Vision and Values of Newlands Church employees
Weekday Preparation:
- Ensure all lesson materials and resources are prepared for the weekend
- Help research, evaluate and select curricula as needed
- Upload and organize all media needed to execute the lessons in all classrooms and for portable locations
- Train volunteers on the curriculum during onboarding and conduct regular training updates for all volunteers
- Maintain communication with Build Team members in all communication channels, including email, text, Slack and Basecamp to ensure they have lesson plans early enough to prepare for the weekend
- Assist the Kids Team in all ways needed to prepare classrooms for the weekend
- Plan and coordinate curriculum modifcations for special needs kids and work with the Build Team Coordinator to train dedicated volunteers
Expected Meetings to Attend:
- Weekly Oversight with Kids Pastor
- All Staff
- Department Meetings
The DNA of a Newlands Leader
At Newlands, we seek to build and nurture a culture for our organization that produces and protects a God-honoring atmosphere. We lay the foundation for this by personally living out Newlands’s values and instilling them in all who work alongside us on our staff. Our values can be described by three words: spiritual, professional, and relational. By upholding these values, we can better serve the Kingdom through our vision, mission, and purpose. We pursue growth in all areas through oversight, consistent and honest feedback, evaluation, and communication. We seek to create an environment that consistently grows servant leaders in every area.
Spiritual
Being spiritual is having God-centered influence grounded in scriptural truth and empowered by the Holy Spirit. We value being teachable and humble, fostering a culture of kindness, trust, loyalty, and honor. We are also servant-hearted as we focus on building the kingdom and being full of faith to hear, believe, and obey God.
Professional
Being professional is producing high-quality work in a productive manner while operating in a culture of excellence, not perfectionism, to support Newlands’s mission. We steward Newlands’s vision and purpose while upholding high leadership standards regardless of position and lead with love, remaining above reproach in our conduct.
Relational
Being relational is valuing relationships over results. We show integrity by being humble, honest, trustworthy, and accountable to one another and the Lord. We are unified in supporting the needs of our organization—collaborating together, being approachable in every situation, and having fun along the way! We are also compassionate—always extending mercy and grace balanced with truth.
Required Skills and Job Complexity
a) Unique Skills and Knowledge
- Ability to communicate the Gospel through various creative means to children of all ages and their parents
- Proficient written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to have positive and negative conversations with leaders, staff, and parents
- Have a heart for excellence
- Team building and leadership skills
- Must be detail oriented
- Operational and project management
- Ability to multi-task
- Solution oriented
- Strategic thinking
- Conflict resolution
- Being willing to check in with your leaders to ensure you have their heart in major decision making
- Adaptability
- Positive attitude in approach to problem solving
- Must be able to sit for long periods of time
- Be comfortable with being fully engaged and excited
Competencies Critical to this Position
Core Competencies
Highly self motivated
Detail oriented
Leads effectively
Proactive
Teachability
Strategic thinking
Submitted to authority and overall vision of Newlands Church
Technical Competencies
Microsoft Office
Planning Center Online
ProPresenter
Slack, Basecamp
CPR Certification preferred or willing to complete
Ministry Safe, Sexual Abuse training
Familiar with online kids ministry curriculum platforms
Education Requirements
High School Degree (some college or college degree is a plus)
Experience Requirements
1-2 years of experience teaching or planning curriculum
Position Details
Payroll Status: Non-exempt
Classification: Part-time
Hours per Week: 12-15 hours per week
Work Days: Sundays (occasional); M-Th (TBD)
*This description is not all inclusive, and other duties may be assigned as necessary.
Newlands Church does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law as it applies to churches. However, Newlands Church does discriminate on the basis of religion.
Employment Requirement: All Staff must be a member or become a member of Newlands Church upon employment
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