Grace Kids Resident
Grace Church of Overland Park · visitgracechurch.com
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12-month children's ministry residency leading volunteers and programs for kids at a church.
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- 31 d ago · posted 2026-01-27
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- KS, USA
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Job Details: Job Location: Campus Support - , KS, Salary Range: Undisclosed, September 2027 – August 2028
The Ministry Residency Program is a 12-month leadership development initiative. It is designed for those who have completed their college studies, or equivalency, and already have a sense of the calling/career path they want to pursue. The program is designed to be a bridge from college or secular career to ministry, giving residents invaluable ministry experience that will better prepare them for more permanent roles within the church.
Within a specific area of ministry, residents will be given responsibilities comparable to that of a director. In addition, residents receive weekly leadership development training, ministry coaching, complete quarterly studies and lead ministry activities.
Responsibilities/Duties:
Demonstrates a great love for God and his people and for our children, parents and volunteers
Build, empower and meet with a team of high-level volunteers that will impact the next generation
Enthusiastically committed to drawing children in the church and the community to Jesus Christ
Ensure consistent and effective communication to volunteers and parents
Recruit, schedule, train, evaluate, and appreciate those serving in all areas of the ministry; Nursery, Grace Kids Jr, Grace Kids Elementary and Grace Special Needs
Ensure Grace Kids stays relevant to its culture
Execute the vision laid out by campus support for a vibrant and growing Grace Kids experience
Create and manage annual Ministry Plan and Budget for Grace Kids
Manage policies and practices that ensure the safety of children in our care
Partner with the Grace Students Director in the implementation of G56 to provide a seamless transition between Grace Kids to Grace Students
Oversee and build a team for the child dedication and baptism process
Partner with parents to help them develop their kids into outward-focused followers of Jesus
Schedule and oversee Grace Kids campus events
Collaborate in the creation and implementation of Grace Church Summer Breakout (SBO) and SBO JR
Attend weekly resident meetings with senior leadership and complete all assignments for Resident training
Work Schedule:
Monday - Thursday; Weekend Services and Special Events
Qualifications: Required skills/Experience:
Bachelor’s degree and or experience leading students and adult volunteers; either directly or indirectly
Experience and passion for reaching kids in the church and the community
Strong recruiting skills and ministry vision caster
Quick learner
Great relational skills: full of faith, friendly, calm, and professional.
Exhibit a heart of passion, humility, and integrity
Outstanding communication, organizational and team-building skills
Expectations:
Accept and support the Grace Church Vision and Values
Exhibit a servant’s heart and willingness to get the job done well and on time
Ensure good stewardship of ministry funds and resources
Act as a positive representative of Grace Church at all times
Maintain complete confidentiality with all sensitive pieces of information
Communicate and present information to others in a clear, complete and concise way
Have a good sense of humor and ability to have fun while working hard as part of a team
Anticipate needs by understanding the expectations, previous history, and potential outcomes
Exhibit a heart of passion, humility, integrity
Maintain a positive attitude while being mission-driven
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