General Information
Job Title:
Children’s Pastor: Oakdale Baptist Church
Job Description:
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Spiritual Leadership & Vision
Develop and execute a cohesive discipleship strategy for children (Pre-K through 5th or 6th grade), aligned with OBC’s heart-centered ministry.
Utilize approved curricula (e.g., Gospel Project, HeartShaper) to craft ministry experiences rooted in grace, truth, and biblical permanence
Program Oversight & Coordination
Direct Sunday morning Children’s Sunday School (9:45–10:45 AM) and Children’s Worship (11:00–12:00 PM), ensuring engaging, age-appropriate lessons, worship, and community activities
Supervise midweek family-focused programs such as “OBC Kidz Wednesday” and special events like Vacation Bible School, summer camp, and fall festivals
Volunteer Recruitment & Development
Recruit, train, and equip volunteer leaders, ensuring compliance with background checks, orientation, and ongoing spiritual development—maintaining at least two vetted leaders per classroom
Family Engagement & Communication
Build meaningful relationships with parents and caregivers—welcoming families, fostering effective communication, and partnering to reinforce children’s spiritual growth at home
Safety & Administration
Oversee check-in procedures, classroom safety, secure drop-off systems, and timely parent communication. Ensure all policies are consistently followed to honor OBC’s commitment to a “joyful, fun, loving, caring, and safe place” for every child
Position Qualifications:
QUALIFICATIONS:
A mature, biblically grounded follower of Christ aligned with Oakdale’s mission and beliefs.
Previous children’s ministry leadership experience, including curriculum planning and large-event coordination.
Strong leadership and interpersonal skills to effectively oversee volunteers and connect with families.
Excellent communication and organizational abilities, with particular care for safety and confidentiality.
Ability to collaborate across pastoral teams and church-wide platforms for ministry integration.
Why Join Oakdale?
Strong Community Roots: OBC has been ministering to the Oakdale community since 1920 with a solid reputation for meeting needs and sharing Christ!
Intentional Family Ministry: With growing neighborhood demographics and a reputation for warm hospitality, Oakdale cherishes opportunities to disciple the next generation.
Supportive Leadership Team: Join a church leadership team committed to teamwork, strategic growth, and a unified mission to make disciples.
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Application Deadline
Job Type:
Full Time
Salary Range:
TBD
General Information
Church/Organization Name
Oakdale Baptist Church
Contact Name & Contact Info
Industry
Church
Denomination
Baptist - Other
City, State
Edmond, OK
Description of Organization
church in Edmond, Oklahoma is hiring a Children's Pastor
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