Position Description

Evangel Temple (Napanee) is seeking a full time Children’s Pastor to join our ministry team. The role requires spiritual maturity, strong relational skills, and a passion for children and the local church.

The Children’s Pastor will provide spiritual leadership, administrative oversight, volunteer coordination, and hands-on Sunday morning support, working closely with the pastoral team. Key responsibilities include curriculum preparation, volunteer scheduling and training, parent communication, attendance tracking, special events, and Vacation Bible School/Summer Kids’ Ministry week planning.

The Children’s Pastor plays a key leadership role in shaping meaningful ministry experiences, supporting volunteers, and partnering with parents as we help children experience Jesus.

Position Title: Children's Pastor 
Location: Evangel Temple, 320 Bridge Street West, Napanee, Ontario
Job Type: Full Time (40 hours per week)
Salary and Benefits: To be discussed during interview  
Reports To: Pastor Todd Faught

Qualifications

• Demonstrated spiritual maturity and exemplary Christian character
• A passion for children, families, and the local church
• Strong relational, communication, and organizational skills
• Administrative competence and attention to detail
• Theological training, ministry related education, and/or ECE is preferred but not required
• Successful completion of Vulnerable Sector Police Check

Key Responsibilities

Weekly

• Prepare and review Sunday School lessons, materials, crafts, and media
• Equip our children’s ministry volunteer team
• Communicate with volunteers and parents as needed
• Track attendance and follow up with families
• Supervise nursery and playgroup leadership
• Lead, oversee, and support mid-week children’s programming
• Communicate with Cornerstone Christian Academy for classroom expectations
• Attend staff meetings

Sunday Mornings

• Ensure all children’s spaces and materials are ready
• Support volunteers and assist with check-in and attendance
• Welcome families and new children
• Be available to support children and volunteers as needed

Monthly

• Manage scheduling and curriculum distribution
• Communicate regularly with parents
• Submit leadership team reports
• Restock snacks and supplies

Yearly & Seasonal

• Create volunteer schedules for ET Kids night, Sunday School, and Nursery
• Recruit, train, and support volunteers including instructing with Plan to Protect or Abuse Prevention

Training

• Plan and execute special children’s and family events
• Vacation Bible School/Summer Kids Ministry
• Prepare the annual ministry report
• Coordinate children’s involvement in special services
• Review and renew curriculum
• Community outreach

As Needed

• Maintain ministry supplies
• Send encouragement and appreciation to parents and volunteers
• Assigned duties from Lead Pastor

How to Apply

Please send your resume and cover letter (with vision for Children's Ministry) to: todd@evangelnapanee.com