Position Description

Children’s Ministry Pastor (Full-Time 40 hours per week)

Position Description
The Toronto Christian Community Church is a multilingual church (English, Cantonese, Mandarin). The Children’s Ministry Pastor will oversee weekly Sunday school operations, children’s fellowship programs, day camps and children mission programs. Candidates for the position will have demonstrated extensive and direct experience working with children of various ages from Kindergarten to Grade 6 in a church environment.

Key Responsibilities
This leader will have the capacity to:
•    Equip children to grow in their faith and to encounter God’s transforming presence,
•    Lead and develop a healthy team of teachers and helpers, and
•    Liaise well with the parents of the children involved at TCCC.

Teaching and Curriculum:
•    Oversee/facilitate weekly Sunday school operations
•    Prepare a yearly teaching roster for Sunday school
•    Regularly teach Christian education classes
•    Prepare and provide training to new teachers and helpers
•    Provide resources, training and opportunities for the teachers and helpers to grow in their spiritual development, gifts and skills.
•    Select, organize and prepare curriculum before the beginning of Sunday school year
•    Prepare, develop and implement age-appropriate curriculum and activities for children
•    Coordinate children's programs during worship services
•    Recruit, train, and mentor volunteers for various children's ministry roles
•    Plan and organize special events and activities for children throughout the year
•    Collaborate with other ministry leaders to ensure alignment and integration of children's ministry within the overall church vision

Ministry Programs:
•    Oversee children ministry programs:
o    Sunday School,
o    Children fellowship, 
o    Summer day camp, 
o    ACEM children mission program, 
o    Annual Family Fun Fair,
o    Awana Ministry
    
•    Coordinate/supervisor/support the various programs
•    Event Planning and Coordination: Plan and execute engaging events, outings, and service projects that appeal to children interests and passions. 
•    Coordinate logistics, recruit volunteers, and ensure the safety and well-being of all participants.

    Pastoral care 
•    Build meaningful relationships with children and their families, fostering a sense of belonging and community within the church. 
•    Build relationships with parents and caregivers, providing resources and support for their children's spiritual growth
•    Collaborate with other church ministries to create opportunities for intergenerational connections and support.
    
Other Responsibilities:
•    Manage administrative activities for the ministry
•    Strategize for the development of the children ministry with the Senior pastoral team and to lead the children ministry in fulfillment of the mission statement of TCCC.
•    Attend and lead Children Ministry (CM) committee meetings. 
•    Attend pastoral meetings. 
•    Actively contribute to the growth and development of the pastoral team, which includes but isn’t limited to pastoral meetings, pastoral retreats, staff meetings, vision meetings, etc.
•    Cooperate and assist all church-wide events / programs.
•    Administrative tasks, bulletin announcements, budget setting, etc.

Experience, Skills and Abilities and Personal Characteristics 
•    A seminary degree (MDiv) or its equivalent.
•    A firm commitment to the vision and mission of Toronto Christian Community Church
•    Passionate to spiritually grow children 
•    3 years experience in church ministry working with children
•    Passionate in supporting the church in its ministries and fostering positive relationships with the church community and public on behalf of the church
•    Strong values with a growth mindset and energetic attitude
•    Self-motivated, willing to take responsibility for actions and work
•    Fluency in English. Cantonese and/Mandarin would be assets
•    Cultural awareness in a multi-lingual church setting

Interested candidates are asked to submit a detailed resume outlining their qualifications and experience to:
 
Human Resources
Toronto Christian Community Church
100 Acadia Ave, Markham, L3R 5A2
Email: hradmin@tccc.ca
Webpage: tccc.ca

We thank all applicants, however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.