Elementary Small Group Leader – Greencastle

• Ministry Team: KidsPoint
• Reports to: Elementary Coordinator
• Time Commitment: About 2-3 hours per week, serving a minimum of two Sundays per month.
• Length of Commitment: 1 year

Purpose
The Elementary Small Group Leader is a vital role that leads the Elementary classrooms ranging from kindergarten to fifth grade well by guiding volunteers, engaging children, and connecting with parents. They will prepare & create a safe, positive, nurturing environment, while inspiring children to learn and have intentional conversations to help them develop an authentic faith.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the KidsPoint Elementary Coordinator in curating & maintaining an age-appropriate curriculum for each week for each month.
• Maintain communication, to know, support, and celebrate the small group leaders.
• Guide the room in a schedule of transitions to ensure a smooth engaging environment.
• Understand & prepare materials ahead of time so you can lead the room with ease.
• Facilitate & lead the group by understanding kids show up at all different points in their faith journey.
• Express the innate desire to encourage kids to love and care for each other as God cares for them.
• Serve a minimum of twice a month, engaging in lessons as needed.
• Help train new volunteers with engaging with children, interacting with parents, and performing Sunday duties.

Qualifications

• Must be a follower of Jesus Christ committed to a growing relationship with Him.
• Enthusiastic about Christ-centered ministry to children.
• Willingness to participate in training and receive certifications as needed.

Onboarding Plan

• Have all appropriate Background clearances to engage with children (no older than 5 years)
• Meet with the Coordinator for a 2-hour training.
• Shadow for 2 Sundays with a current small group leader or elementary coordinator.