Position Description

Children’s Ministry Pastor (Full-Time 40 hours per week)

Position Description

The Toronto Christian Community Church is a multilingual church (English, Cantonese, Mandarin), celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2025, and is a member of ACEM (Association of Christian Evangelical Ministries). Currently, it holds holistic ministries with services at 100 Acadia Ave and 105 Gibson Centre for outreach. The Children’s Ministry Pastor will oversee weekly Sunday school operations, children’s fellowship programs, day camps, and children's mission programs. Candidates for the position will have demonstrated direct experience working with children of various ages, from Newborn to Grade 8, in a church environment, fostering the growth of missional disciples of Jesus Christ and impacting the world with compassion and reconciliation. 

Key Responsibilities

This leader will have the capacity to:      . 

Strategize the ministry in collaboration with all three congregations, under the supervision of the Senior Pastor to fulfill mission statement of TCCC 

Lead and develop the children’s ministry’s team of teachers and helpers

Equip children to grow in their faith and encounter God’s transforming presence

Liaise with the parents of the children involved in TCCC.

Teaching and Curriculum:

Oversee/facilitate weekly Sunday school operations and coordinate children's programs during worship services

Prepare a yearly teaching roster for Sunday school

Regularly teach Christian education classes 

Select, organize and prepare curriculum before the beginning of Sunday school year

Prepare, develop and implement age-appropriate curriculum and activities for children

Recruit, train, mentor and equip teachers, helpers, and volunteers, providing opportunities for their spiritual growth and skills development.

Plan and organize special events and activities for children throughout the year

Collaborate with other ministry leaders to ensure alignment and integration of children's ministry within the overall church vision

Ministry Programs:

Oversee children ministry programs:

Sunday School,

Awana Ministry,

Children Fellowships, 

Annual events (Summer Day Camps, ACEM Children’s Mission Program, Family Fun Fair)

Coordinate/supervise/support the various children’s programs

Event Planning and Coordination: Plan and execute engaging events, outings, and projects that appeal to children’s interests and passions. 

Coordinate logistics and recruit volunteers

Ensure the safety and well-being of all participants

Pastoral care 

Build meaningful relationships with children and their families, fostering a sense of belonging and community within the church. 

Build relationships with parents and caregivers, providing resources and support for their children's spiritual growth

Collaborate with other church ministries to create opportunities for intergenerational connections and support.

Other Responsibilities:

Manage administrative activities for the ministry

Attend and lead Children’s Ministry (CM) committee meetings. 

Attend pastoral meetings. 

Actively contribute to the growth and development of the pastoral team through pastoral meetings, pastoral retreats, staff meetings, vision meetings, etc.

Cooperate and assist in all church-wide events / programs.

Prepare budgets, bulletin announcements, etc.

Liaise with other churches on children’s ministry initiatives

Experience, Skills and Abilities and Personal Characteristics 

A dedicated follower of Jesus Christ and a firm commitment to the vision and mission of Toronto Christian Community Church 

Possesses an MDiv, or its equivalent from an evangelical seminary

Passionate about children’s spiritual formation

Fluency in English is mandatory

Proficiency in either Cantonese or Mandarin is required

Cultural awareness in a multilingual church setting

Supporting the church in its ministries and fostering positive relationships with the church community and the public 

Strong values with a growth mindset and energetic attitude

Self-motivated, proactive, willing to take responsibility for actions and work

Direct experience in church ministry working with children would be beneficial

Interested candidates are asked to submit a detailed resume outlining their qualifications and experience to:

Human Resources

Toronto Christian Community Church

100 Acadia Ave, Markham, L3R 5A2

Email: hradmin@tccc.ca

Webpage: www.tccc.ca

We thank all applicants, however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.