The Children's Ministry Curriculum Coordinator (Elementary) prepares, compiles, and distributes curriculum and resources to the campuses so that appropriate lessons and resources are available and ready to use at weekend services. Additionally, they support in preparing age-appropriate and engaging curriculum documents for kids participating in the weekend services in Discovery Village. In this way, the Discovery Village Curriculum Administrator & Coordinator supports Discovery Village campus staff and volunteers as they lead children to become lifelong followers of Christ.

What you will do:

Copy and distribute weekly curriculum and resources for supply totes
Purchase supplies, crafts, games and organizational tools necessary for weekly program (small and large group)
Monitor curriculum budget and report all purchases by submitting timely receipts
Compile and prepare digital curriculum documents
Assist Weekend Coordinators by sending digital curriculum documents weekly and helping determine curriculum needs
Identify, recruit, train, and encourage volunteers who assist with curriculum preparation
Organize and maintain a clean and manageable curriculum work room and storage area
Assess curriculum needs – supplies and printing - on a weekly basis with Curriculum Supervisor
Run errands to procure resources and ensure that each campus has the appropriate supplies for their activities
Assist in Discovery Village on Sunday mornings as needed
Assist in planning children's ministry events as assigned and participation in Discovery Village family events

Who we're looking for:

We're looking for someone who is passionate about helping kids learn about Jesus and seeing them come to know, love, and follow him throughout their lives. Our ideal candidate has experience participating in children's ministry as a volunteer or staff. Formal education beyond a high school diploma is not required, but college coursework in children's ministry or a related field is preferred. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel) is required. Proficiency in Adobe Acrobat and Canva is preferred.

Beyond this, you might be a good candidate for this position if you are...

Able to handle multiple tasks at the same time and complete them efficiently and accurately
Able to manage details and follow routine procedures
Able to interact with a variety of people in a variety of circumstances, adapting interpersonal style accordingly
Able to recruit, build, and lead a team of volunteers to affect children's ministry outcomes
Able to work when the job requires it which includes Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays, as well as occasional holidays and weekend events

Last but not least, we're looking for someone who is eagerly committed to following Christ and exhibits a thriving relationship with him. Membership at Ada Bible Church is not a prerequisite for hire, but you should be willing to become a member within 90 days of hire and have beliefs consistent with our statement of faith .

Ready to apply?

If this all sounds good to you and you would like to be considered for the position, we want to learn more about you!

To apply, click the 'Apply' button at the bottom of this page. Be sure to submit your cover letter and resume along with your employment application.

About Ada Bible Church

Ada Bible Church is a thriving and growing multi-site church serving greater Grand Rapids, Michigan. Each weekend, more than 8,000 people worship with us at our four campus locations throughout the community. To learn more about us or to view a weekend service, visit www.adabible.org .

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Children's Ministry Curriculum Coordinator (Elementary)