Birth-2 Year's Old Ministry Director

EastLake Church (Chula Vista, CA)

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Do you have a passion for building strong foundations—in both faith and child development? Are you energized by creating welcoming environments for little ones and supporting the families who love them? If so, EastLake Church is looking for you!

We’re seeking a Birth–2 Ministry Director to lead with compassion, energy, and intentionality. In this role, you’ll create a safe, loving, and Christ-centered environment for our youngest children—birth through age 2—and their families. You’ll oversee care, age-appropriate programming, and a dedicated volunteer team that brings the ministry to life each week.

This role combines the joy of spiritual formation with a deep understanding of developmental milestones. You'll help ensure that every child feels seen, nurtured, and introduced to the love of Jesus from their very first days.

You'll also play a vital role in:

• Equipping and encouraging volunteers
• Partnering with parents during this crucial life stage
• Shaping a ministry that supports families and builds lasting faith foundations

If you're passionate about early childhood ministry and ready to make a difference that lasts a lifetime—we’d love to meet you!

Apply today and help us plant seeds of faith that will grow for generations.

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SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

Reports directly to the Prek Ministry Pastor - employee must seek authorization for broad scope of tasks.

SCOPE & DIMENSIONS:

This position requires a warm, dependable, and visionary leader who thrives in a fast-paced, family-centered ministry setting and is committed to the faith development of the youngest members of the church.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Service Management: Manage assigned ministry rooms and volunteers during our service experiences on Thursdays and Sundays to ensure a smooth and effective operation.
2. Leadership: Recruit, train, and lead ministry volunteers (small group leaders, teachers, tech leaders, etc.), providing ongoing support and development to maintain a strong volunteer team.
3. Discipleship: Provide care for volunteers and families within the Birth-2 Ministry, fostering spiritual growth and a sense of community.
4. Parent Partnership: Engage and collaborate with parents to support their children’s spiritual development, providing resources, communication, and opportunities for involvement.
5. Curriculum Development: Create, edit, and prepare the necessary curriculum for the Birth-2 Ministry, ensuring it is engaging, age-appropriate, and aligns with the church’s mission and values.
6. Supply Management: Purchase and prepare the necessary elements and supplies for weekend services to ensure all materials are ready and available for effective ministry within budget.
7. Administrative Tasks: Complete the assigned administrative tasks and weekly ministry requirements, including leader scheduling, leader assimilation, and maintaining accurate records.
8. Support Kid’s Ministry Pastor: Assist the Kid’s Ministry Pastor with assigned responsibilities, providing additional support and leadership as needed.
9. Event Assistance: Assist with designated EastLake Kids Ministry events, contributing to planning, attending, executing, and following up on activities.
10. Meeting Participation: Attend designated weekly ministry and staff meetings to collaborate with team members and stay informed about church-wide initiatives and updates.
11. Set-up and Tear-Down: Assist with setting up and tearing down the Birth-Preschool Ministry area each week.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication abilities, both written and verbal.
• Experience in recruiting, processing, and training volunteers to support various ministry activities. Ability to identify and engage potential volunteers, fostering a sense of community and purpose.
• Demonstrated ability to nurture, support, and provide pastoral care for volunteers. Recognizes the importance of volunteer well-being and works to create a positive and encouraging environment for them to serve.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace.
• General audio/visual knowledge
• CPR/First-Aid Certification preferred.

WORKING CONDITIONS / PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Mobility: 

• Must be comfortable moving in and out of office, classrooms, and ministry environments throughout the day to ensure task and care responsibilities are met

Flexibility in Schedule: 

• Occasional overtime hours may be required to support ministry events, weekends, or seasonal programming

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift and carry infants and toddlers safely
• Ability to push the ministry’s buggy bus, bend down to pick up toys, and assist with diapering or toileting needs as required

Cultural Expectations:

• All EastLake Church staff are expected to actively uphold our Cultural Expectations, including regular church attendance, personal tithing, and upholding a lifestyle and conduct consistent with our mission and values

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• As a staff person at Eastlake Community Church, I agree to abide by all the provisions of the Employee Handbook.
• The Church reserves the right, at any time, with or without notice, to alter or change job responsibilities, reassign or transfer job positions, or assign additional job responsibilities.
• This position is classified by the Church as a Part-Time paid position and is Non-Exempt from the overtime provisions, as stated in Employee Handbook.