Director of Children and Youth Ministries

Director of Children and Youth Ministries

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Posted July 5, 2026

  • Conshohocken United Methodist is looking to invest in a highly creative leader to focus on building children and youth program. We have recently experienced sustained growth among families with young children. Our goal is to include these young people in the life of the church.

Responsibilities:

  • Cast a vision, plan and implement age appropriate activities for Pre-school through High School age children and youth through fellowship, community service and faith development.
  • Identify and oversee adult volunteers to assist in children and youth programming. (Conshy United has several adults who are very supportive of these programs.)
  • Work with support from the Pastor to develop regular programming.
  • Be a part of the worshiping community of Conshy UMC on a regular basis.
  • Advertising and marketing of children and youth programming through email, social media and other digital platforms with the help of our office admin.
  • Attend monthly leadership meetings to present your goals for the upcoming month.

Monthly Expectations:

  • Teach Sunday School at least once per month (additional opportunities as the program grows).
  • Plan and lead one youth event or activity each month.
  • Plan and lead one young family event or activity each month.
  • Organize two all-age children's/family events during the summer.
  • Provide a monthly ministry update to the congregation.
  • Plan and deliver the Children's Message during worship twice per month.
  • Keep in touch with college student’s (email, text or note).

Qualifications:

  • Has prior experience with children and youth programming and/or child education.
  • Ability to organize and implement programs and activities.
  • Demonstrates Christian character and commitment in daily life and the ability to articulate a personal faith journey – be a good role model.
  • Pass criminal and child abuse background checks.
  • Requires strong personal and professional references (at least two).

Compensation:

  • $10,000 - $12,000 Annual Salary based on experience.
  • Part-Time, year round, with some weekends, with growth potential.
  • Average of 10 hours per week

If interested, please email your contact information and resume to

Jan Maziarz (SPRC Chair)
Janmaz1957@gmail.com