Risen Kids + Families Director
Job Description
Risen Church Risen Kids + Families Director Job Description Full-Time | 40 hours/week | Hayward, California www.risenhayward.com Overview At Risen, children are not simply the next generation of the church – they are cherished members of the Body of Christ today. We are looking for a Risen Kids + Families Director who delights in helping children know Jesus, loves walking alongside families, and wants to equip a team to serve with joy and care. This is an opportunity to bring your gifts, creativity, and faith to a ministry that matters deeply to our church. Alongside our pastor, staff, and dedicated volunteers, you will help create a place where children are known and loved, parents are encouraged, and families grow together as disciples of Jesus. Who We Are Risen Church is a Christian community in Hayward, California, with a simple mission: Share Christ, Make Disciples. We love the Bay Area and long to see our neighbors experience the mercy, grace, and love of Jesus. Together, we seek to know God, grow in His love, life, and joy, and share the Gospel with our surrounding community. Life in Hayward, California Hayward is a vibrant tapestry of cultures, generations, and stories. Families, students, and professionals make their home here, bringing richness to everyday life and meaningful opportunities to build relationships. Serving at Risen means loving this community, learning from our neighbors, and helping children and families find belonging in the life of the church. The Heart of Risen Kids + Families Risen Kids + Families exists to share Christ and make disciples by cherishing and biblically teaching children, caring for and equipping parents, cultivating a culture of evangelism and discipleship among families, and encouraging the whole church to take spiritual responsibility for its children and families. Responsibilities The Risen Kids + Families Director provides spiritual, relational, and organizational leadership for the ministry, serving children from infancy through eighth grade, and partnering with their families. Ministry Leadership and Teaching - Champion a high vision for Risen Kids + Families, communicating its purpose to the church and refining its vision and Guiding Principles with feedback from the Core Team, Elders, and Lead Pastor. - Oversee all Risen Kids + Families classes and events, including Nursery, Toddler–Preschool, TK–4th Grade, and 5–8 Club; develop a Communicant Class. - Steward biblically faithful, age-appropriate curriculum, equip teachers, prepare lessons and materials, and teach as needed. Teams, Safety and Care - Lead and develop the Risen Kids + Families Core Team, delegating responsibilities and collaborating on ministry priorities and planning. - Recruit, screen, onboard, train, support, and schedule volunteers; supervise paid childcare assistants throughout their employment. - Maintain a safe, welcoming ministry through background checks, Live Scan/DOJ records, MinistrySafe training, interviews, and membership standards; uphold California screening requirements and current infant/child CPR certification. Parent Partnership and Events - Build genuine relationships with families and partner with parents as the primary disciplers of their children. - Plan Risen Kids + Families events, coordinate childcare for church events, and organize meal trains for families welcoming a baby or experiencing significant child-related transitions. Administration and Communications - Steward the ministry budget and annual plan; organize supplies, storage, curriculum resources, and the Risen Kids + Families Google Drive. - Coordinate clear, caring communication with parents, volunteers, and the congregation through announcements, the newsletter, Discord, email, and text groups.
About the Organization
Who We Are Risen Church is a Christian community in Hayward, California, with a simple mission: Share Christ, Make Disciples. We love the Bay Area and long to see our neighbors experience the mercy, grace, and love of Jesus. Together, we seek to know God, grow in His love, life, and joy, and share the Gospel with our surrounding community. Life in Hayward, California Hayward is a vibrant tapestry of cultures, generations, and stories. Families, students, and professionals make their home here, bringing richness to everyday life and meaningful opportunities to build relationships. Serving at Risen means loving this community, learning from our neighbors, and helping children and families find belonging in the life of the church.
Qualifications
Prerequisites - We are looking for a leader whose love for Christ is evident in their character, whose heart is for children and families, and who enjoys helping others serve and grow. - Agreement with Risen’s Core Principles and Statement of Faith; meet membership requirements and remain a member in good standing. - A growing relationship with Jesus Christ and a passion for children and families to grow in faith. - Sensitivity to ethnic, cultural, and generational differences and a desire to serve our diverse community. - Strong leadership and relational communication, including the ability to speak, teach, and pray with adults and children. - A willingness to listen, learn, mentor, and adapt, with sound judgment, discretion, sensitivity, and confidentiality. Other Qualifications - Bachelor’s degree or higher, preferably in education, biblical studies, or Christian ministries. - At least two years of ministry experience, preferably children’s or youth ministry leadership/teaching experience, paid or volunteer. - Complete required background screening and safety training; obtain and maintain infant/child CPR certification. - Proficiency in Google Suite, Planning Center Online, Discord, Email, and other ministry-specific digital platforms (MinistrySafe, Checkr, MealTrain, DOJ/AAJC, etc.) - Participate in staff collaboration, ministry-leader gatherings, and the community life of Risen Church (Community Groups, Women’s Ministry, Marriage/Family Ministry, Discipleship Ministry). Sunday ministry and occasional evening or weekend events are part of the role.
