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Contract Dates: Sep 6, 2026 - Jun 26, 2027
Rate: $20/hour
Hours: 10 hours/week
Email: youth@lakesidechurch.ca
Responsibilities:
Attend and actively participate in weekly youth gatherings, building meaningful relationships with youth and their families.
Encourage, support, and collaborate with youth volunteers and leaders to create a safe, energetic, non-judgmental, and Christ-centred environment where youth feel welcomed and confident inviting their friends.
Together with the Family Ministries Pastor and Youth Leadership Team, plan and lead monthly social events.
In collaboration with the Family Ministries Pastor, coordinate curriculum for youth (Grade 6-12).
Partner with the Lakeside Kids Team to help ensure a smooth transition for youth entering the Youth Ministry.
Adhere to Lakeside Church policies, procedures, and safety guidelines related to ministry with children and youth. ** we would need to add this as an appendix or attach the policies & procedures.
Expected Time Commitment: 10 hours per week
Hours will generally be allocated as follows:
3 hours – Wednesday Youth programming, including set-up, participation, clean-up, and building lock up.
3 hours (bi-weekly average) – Sunday Youth Ministry participation and youth/family connection.
4 hours (bi-weekly average) – Preparation, planning, Team connection.
The distribution of hours may vary from week to week depending on ministry events, youth needs, and scheduled Sunday programming, while maintaining a commitment of 10 hours per week.
Support and Oversight
The Youth Coordinator is supported by and accountable to the Family Ministries Pastor.
The Family Ministries Pastor retains responsibility for ministry oversight, administration, volunteer scheduling, budgeting, curriculum approval, parent communications, policy implementation, and strategic planning.
The Youth Coordinator is encouraged to bring questions, ideas, concerns, and requests for support to the Family Ministries Pastor at any time.
This job can be shared by two people. Please indicate your preference when applying.
Email: kids@lakesidechurch.ca
POSITION SUMMARY
The Lakeside Kids Coordinator provides hands-on operational support for Lakeside Kids Sunday environments. This role ensures rooms, materials, and volunteers are prepared and supported so that Sunday programming runs smoothly and consistently. This position focuses on execution, organization, and relational support.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Sunday Program Execution (3 hours/week)
Prepare classrooms and materials prior to service
Ensure all rooms are fully set up and ready with bins, scripts, AV equipment
Distribute and manage radios for team communication
Support volunteers during programming (troubleshooting, transitions, coverage gaps)
Provide encouragement to volunteers
Assist with room transitions between groups as needed
- Oversee clean-up and reset of all spaces after the service
- Provide quick debrief notes or observations to Family Ministries Pastor
2. Curriculum Preparation & Materials (2 hours/week)
Print and organize curriculum for all age groups
Select craft and activity material needs for volunteers to prepare
Assemble weekly supply bins for classrooms in collaboration with volunteers
Ensure materials are ready for volunteer use on Sunday
- Support basic administrative coordination for kids ministry
3. Storage Organization (1 hour/week)
Oversee kids ministry storage areas (Kitchenette and Soul Station)
Monitor inventory levels and communicate supply needs
Maintain clean, safe, and welcoming environments
Identify and communicate any concerns, needs, or gaps to the Family Ministries Pastor
This job can be shared by two people, working one week on/one week off, if desired. Please indicate your preference when applying.