Kids Ministry Associate

Kids Ministry Associate

First Baptist Church of Rogers (FBR)
Rogers, AR

WHO WE ARE

First Baptist Church of Rogers is a vibrant and growing multi-campus church located in one of the "Top 10 Best Places to Live" according to U.S. News & World Report. We are a Southern Baptist Church averaging 2,600 in weekly worship attendance. Each week we hold nine worship services across three campuses, offering English, Spanish, and Korean-speaking services. Above all, we exist to glorify our Heavenly Father and make disciples of all nations.

OPPORTUNITY

We are seeking a Kids Ministry Associate to join our Discipleship Team. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic and expanding ministry, helping lead the next generation to Christ. God is doing great work in our Kids Ministry, and we invite you to be part of it!

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Kids Ministry Associate will assist the Kids Pastor in fostering spiritual growth and biblical discipleship for children in grades 1-5. This role bridges the discipleship process from Preschool Ministry to Student Ministry, in alignment with FBR’s mission and discipleship pathway: Come – Connect – Grow – Serve – Go. The Kids Ministry Associate will help cultivate a vibrant ministry that leads to both spiritual depth and numerical growth.

IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE

The ideal candidate will be a dynamic leader and passionate communicator, called to reach and disciple children and families—both within the church and in the broader community. The Kids Ministry Associate is someone who:

• Is called to Kids Ministry and loves working with children.


• Demonstrates a personal and growing relationship with Jesus Christ.


• Maintains a healthy family life and exhibits a teachable spirit.


• Displays flexibility, accountability, and integrity in all aspects of life and ministry.


• Embraces the mission, vision, and DNA of First Baptist Rogers.


• Is personally and professionally evangelistic.


• Handles conflict in a biblical and redemptive manner.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Serve as a dynamic communicator and teacher, grounded in a historical-grammatical understanding of Scripture and in agreement with the Baptist Faith & Message 2000.


• Recruit, train, and shepherd LIFE Group volunteers for the Kids Ministry.


• Provide biblical counseling and spiritual guidance to children.


• Foster relationships with children and parents, ensuring regular communication about ministry events and opportunities.


• Assist the Kids Pastor in planning and executing special events, including Vacation Bible School (VBS), Kids Camp, Mission Trips, and more.


• Support and participate in Upward Sports programs.


• Equip and encourage parents in their role as the primary spiritual leaders of their children.


• Assume direct leadership and operational responsibility for the Kids Ministry when the Kids Pastor is absent.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in a related field (Education, Christian Ministry, or similar preferred).


• Demonstrated experience in Kids Ministry within a church setting.


• Basic administrative and budgeting skills.

BENEFITS

First Baptist Rogers offers a competitive salary and a generous benefits package, which includes:

• Church contributions to a 403(b) retirement plan.


• 90/10 health insurance plan with additional optional dental and vision coverage.


• Other benefits and payroll details will be discussed during the final stages of the interview process.