Kid’s Ministry Coordinator

Location: Gateway Community Church, 125 E. Staat St., Fortville, IN 46040

Job Type: Part-Time (20 Hours per Week)

Salary: $22,000/year

Reports To: Pastor

Position Summary:

The Kids’ Ministry Coordinator is a creative, organized, and collaborative leader responsible for guiding Gateway’s ministry to children (Preschool through 5th grade). This person will inspire, equip, and manage volunteers while using their time strategically to maximize the ministry’s impact. Success in this role is measured by the ability to build, lead, and sustain a high-performing volunteer team, engage children and families, and ensure ministry activities are well-executed and meaningful.

This role requires someone who can balance hands-on ministry involvement with leadership and administrative oversight, helping families connect to the church and grow in Christ-centered faith.

Tentative Responsibilities:

Volunteer & Program Management

 Recruit, train, schedule, and support volunteers for Sunday programs and events.

 Develop volunteer teams with clear roles, expectations, and accountability.

 Evaluate program effectiveness and volunteer engagement to ensure ministry goals are met.

 Oversee kids’ activities that ensure safety, safe sanctuary policy, and processes are being followed.

 Strategically plan a 12 monthly rolling calendar for two kid groups (Preschool-K and 1st-5 th Grade).

Spiritual Development & Pastoral Care

 Plan age-appropriate activities and lessons that foster spiritual growth in children.

 Provide encouragement to parents and children in their life journey.

 Offer pastoral presence and support to preschool families and their staff.

Preschool Integration & Connection

 Serve as a member of the Preschool PTO and participate in preschool events and special functions.

 Help integrate preschool families into the broader church community.

Community Engagement & Outreach

 Identify and implement community service projects suitable for children.

 Develop partnerships and networks within the community to strengthen church connections.

 Partner with the pastor to support church growth initiatives.

 Contribute to church communication channels, including newsletters, website content, and social media.

 Attend community events, representing Gateway, to foster relationships connected to kids’ ministry.

Congregational Culture & Team Collaboration

 Encourage families to be intentional about loving their neighbors.

 Serve as an active member of the church staff team.

 Support the Pastor in communicating pastoral needs and welcoming initiatives.

 Cultivate an environment of friendship, inclusion, and engagement with the whole congregation.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

 Current member of Gateway Church or willing to work toward membership.

 Minimum of 3 years leadership experience, preferably in ministry, education, or volunteer management.

 Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required.

 Strong organizational, multitasking, and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize

effectively.

 Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

 Experience with current PC systems (Microsoft Office Suite) and social networking platforms preferred.

 Demonstrated ability to recruit, train, and manage volunteers successfully.

Application Process:

Interested candidates should email a letter of interest and resume to Pastor Kevin at

kevin.smigielski@gatewayfortville.org. Please include all relevant experience, particularly in volunteer

coordination, church or community engagement, and leadership roles.