Employment at Laguna Niguel Presbyterian Church
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Thank you for your interest in ministry to God's people through LNPC. You could be a vital part of this ministry on behalf of those you serve. At LNPC, we hope and pray that people experience:
- 1A genuine connection with God
- 2Progress on a transformative journey of knowing Christ
- 3Opportunities to serve the church and wider community with the gifts God has given them
- 4The joy of belonging to a supportive, loving Christian community
Open positions.
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Coordinator of Children's Ministries
- Part-time, 8 hours per week
- Hourly, non-exempt
- $31.25 per hour
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Purpose and scope
The Coordinator of Children's Ministries is responsible for providing spiritual formation on Sunday mornings for children of LNPC through fifth grade. The goal is that our children would be spiritually enriched, nurtured, and shown the love of Christ while learning the great stories and teachings of Scripture.
If Vacation Bible Camp (VBC) is conducted, a several day, multiple hour "camp" experience will be offered and centered around a central theme. The Coordinator of Children's Ministries will be seen as the leader of this effort.
The Coordinator of Children's Ministries will provide staff support and coordination for the spiritual formation of children at LNPC.
Accountability
The individual in this position will work under the direct supervision of the Pastor and will be accountable to both the Children's Ministry team and the Christian Education Committee of Session.
Qualifications
- Must express a personal belief in Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior.
- Must be personally committed to the local church as the Body of Christ.
- Must be committed to LNPC's mission, purpose, and ministry philosophy.
- Must have volunteer or work experience in a Christian congregation or parachurch ministry.
- Must be motivated to work independently and cooperatively with church leadership.
- Must be able to recruit, encourage, and equip adult volunteers.
- Must be able to work with parents of children respectfully, patiently, and empathetically.
- Must be able to communicate with children warmly, patiently, and compassionately.
Responsibilities and duties
- Plan, coordinate, and implement programs supporting education, service, and nurture for children's ministry at LNPC. These events may include, but are not limited to, Sunday Morning Nursery and Church School, special events, Vacation Bible Camp, and other ministries related to Children's Ministries.
- Work with the Pastor and other church leaders to provide strategic leadership and planning of initiatives related to Children's Ministries.
- Recruit volunteers to serve in all Children's Ministry events in accordance with the LNPC Child and Youth Safety Policy.
- Provide financial oversight of all Children's related ministries.
- Write weekly communication pieces (emails, letters, etc.) to keep staff, parents, the congregation, and other ministries informed of Children's Ministry initiatives.
- Develop annual ministry goals in consultation with Children's Ministry, Christian Education, and Pastor.
- Develop and implement all safety and security processes for Children's Ministries in accordance with church safety and security policies.
Review and evaluation
In accordance with LNPC personnel policies detailed in the Personnel Policy Manual, performance reviews will be conducted twice during the employee's initial 90-day probationary employment. Performance reviews will then be conducted in accordance with LNPC practices. Wages and benefits are determined annually in accordance with policies defined in the Personnel Policy Manual.
Compensation and benefits
Approved by Session July 27, 2026.
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