Assistant Director of Children's Ministry

Job Title: Assistant Director of Children’s Ministry and Parent’s Morning Out (Full-time)

Position Overview: First Presbyterian Church of Atlanta is seeking a dynamic and passionate individual to fill the role of Assistant Director of Children’s Ministry and Parent’s Morning Out. FPC currently offers a vibrant children’s ministry program and a weekly Parent’s Morning Out experience. We actively serve and provide ministry to over 200 children and their families through weekly Sunday School opportunities and large-scale programing. This position combines hands-on leadership, program coordination, and relational ministry to ensure children experience God’s love in meaningful and age-appropriate ways. The incumbent will work closely with the Director to create and implement engaging programs, foster a supportive community, and provided guidance to children on their Christian faith journey at FPC. 

Key Responsibilities:

In cooperation with and under the supervision of the Director of Children’s Ministry & PMO, the candidate filling this role will be expected to: 

• Help plan, implement, and execute programs: 
  • Sunday School for children 0 through Kindergarten, Assist in organizing and providing weekly curriculum to Sunday school volunteers.
  • Assist leading Smiles and Godly Play on Sunday Mornings.
  • Special events, social activities and service opportunities. 
    • Vacation Bible School
    • Christmas Pageant
    • Intergenerational Advent Festival
    • Christmas Parade
    • Easter Egg Hunt
    • Trunk or Treat
    • All Church Retreat
  • Parent’s Morning Out Program
• Assist in recruiting, training, and supporting volunteers to serve effectively and joyfully in CM.
• Schedule Sunday paid workers that maintain Nursery, Toddler room and 2’s/3’s classroom. 
• Help maintain classrooms and program spaces that are safe, organized, and inviting.
• Communications, including but not limited to:
  • Managing CM’s Mailchimp weekly newsletter
  • Effectively manage CM and PMO online registrations, calendars and bulletin announcements.
• Maintain and update PMO & CM’s family database and class rosters.
• Develop and maintain cradle care information. 
• Assist in the daily coordination and operation of the PMO program.
• Support PMO teachers and caregivers. 
• Assist with scheduling, staff communication, and classroom coverage as needed.
• Ensure compliance with safety, health, and childcare policies.
• Build strong, caring relationships with children and their families, fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment.
• Administrative Support (25% of this position)
  • Youth Ministry (5 Hours)
  • All Church Retreat (5 Hours)
• Provide leadership in the absence of the director. 
• Other duties as negotiated with/assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications:

• A strong and growing faith in Jesus Christ. 
• Experience working with young children in a church setting, childcare, or preschool.
• A heart for children and a passion for helping them grow in faith.
• Strong organizational, communication, administrative, and leadership skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with staff, volunteers, and families.
• Ability to lead with kindness, flexibility, and a collaborative spirit.
• CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Ability to meet physical demands required by the role.
• Proficiency in Canva preferred. 
• Ability to assist and coordinate and help manage large events.

Application Process: Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and cover letter to Rev. Dr. Barry Gaeddert (bgaeddert@firstpresatl.org).  We thank all applicants for their interest.