Children’s & Youth Ministries Manager–Second Presbyterian Church of Nashville–Nashville, TN

SUMMARY
The Manager of Children and Youth ministries will work collaboratively with the Children and Youth
Committee and other members of the congregation and staff to plan and implement a comprehensive
program for children and youth that includes worship, study, fellowship, service and other experiences
that guide children and youth as they grow in faith and with the church. The position is also
responsible for oversight of the Nursery.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Christian Education:
Plan and implement Bible Buddies on a weekly basis organizing weekly activities for Pre-K to
3rd grade children
Plan and lead regular activities for 4th grade through 12th grade youth
Select annual curriculum for Sunday School programming for Pre-K through 12th grade,
purchase necessary supplies, recruit Sunday School teachers and ensure effective
implementation of classes
Greet children, youth and parents at the beginning of Bible Buddies and Sunday School each
Sunday
Lead, organize, and implement children and youth focused worship services, including the
Christmas Pageant, Confirmation Sunday, Children’s Sabbath and Youth Sunday
Plan and lead children and youth activities for church wide events, including Genesis Sunday,
All Church Retreat, recruiting volunteers and ensuring nursery coverage
Recruit volunteers and provide ongoing training to ensure that volunteers are effective and
informed about child safety and ministry goals, ensuring that all programs comply with safety
standards and child protection policies. This includes background checks for volunteers,
emergency procedures, and safe environment practices
Provide Children’s Sermons monthly or as needed; prepare liturgists and the pastor with timely announcements to promote volunteerism and participation in children and youth activities
Develop and nurture relationships with children, youth and families on a regular basis and
provide support as appropriate
Recruit volunteers for childcare for Parents Night Out
Make recommendations for new opportunities and programming for children and youth

Confirmation Class:
Select curriculum and help organize Confirmation Sunday
Recruit and support Confirmation Class leaders
Schedule and attend all confirmation class outings
Maintain communication with confirmands, parents, teachers, mentors, staff members and Session

Nursery Care:
Oversee nursery care for children from infancy through 3 years of age during weekly Sunday
services and the Christian Education hour, as well as special services and events
Recruit, interview and hire nursery workers, involving at least one member of the Children
and Youth Ministries Committee, and provide effective supervision of nursery workers
Abide by all requirements stipulated by law and 2PC for childcare, ensuring appropriate
worker to child ratio
Provide ongoing training and support for nursery workers
Order and stock adequate inventory of nursery supplies

Administration:
Assure regular communication to the congregation and targeted communication to
Children and Youth and their parents using various communication and social media
tools, weekly emails, texts, e-blasts, worship bulletin, newsletter and personal outreach
so that children, youth, parents and the congregation are informed and engaged with the
Children’s and Youth Ministry
Develop and maintain databases of current substitute volunteers for nursery, Bible
Buddies and Sunday school teachers
Collaborate with the church administrator to collect, file, and maintain volunteer
clearances in accordance with the Safe Church Policy
Ensure each parent/guardian completes individual safety and emergency forms for their
respective child(ren) and maintain secure records
Maintain current database of contact and pertinent information on children and parent(s)/guardian(s)
Coordinate Montreat Youth conference registration and participation, if applicable, and
NaCoMe trips as needed
Assist Children and Youth Ministries and Finance committees with annual budget preparation and monitor budget and related expense accounts with assistance from committee
Attend monthly Children’s and Youth Committee meetings, and other committees meetings as needed
Attend weekly staff meetings and trainings as requested

QUALIFICATIONS
Possess a Bachelor’s degree and 2 years relevant experience
Excellent communication skills with all ages and abilities
Ability to work well in a team and independently
Working knowledge and ability to communicate with children, youth and parents through
various media, including social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, etc.)
Ability to organize work and coordinate multiple projects to meet deadlines
Maintain a positive attitude and be creative and flexible in solving problems
Must be able to work some evenings and weekends
Belief in the mission of 2PC and the ability to convey its meaning and expression in the
congregation and the larger community
Must maintain current CPR certification
Perform other duties as assigned
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

COMPENSATION
This is a full-time position 30+ hours per week, annual salary of $55k, with health benefits available through the Board of Pensions, and employer 403(b) contributions based on a percentage of your salary.

APPLY
Join us in our mission to maintain a loving community and make a positive impact. If you have the experience we need and are a self-starter with a passion for serving, we’d love to hear from you. Send resume to admin@secondpresbyterian.net