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Children & Youth Ministry Associate
Reports to: Children’s Minister
Status: Part-Time Non-exempt
Location: Monroe, North Carolina (Monroe Campus)
Date Posted: September 5, 2025

Weddington Methodist Church is seeking a part-time Children & Youth Ministry Associate to join the Ark Children’s Ministry team at our Monroe campus. This position provides an opportunity to make a lasting impact on the lives of children, youth, and their families by leading engaging discipleship programs and creating a nurturing environment for children and youth to develop a lifelong relationship with Jesus Christ. With the support of a dedicated team, you will empower volunteers, collaborate with parents, and contribute to the growth and spiritual well-being of our church community. This is accomplished by excellent communication, leadership, and personal work ethic that fosters a culture of a positive ministry experience.

The position requires the ability to work independently and with staff and vendors, manage multiple tasks effectively and in a timely manner, and great communication with staff, volunteers, and vendors. The Part-Time Children & Youth Ministry Associate is an essential role within Weddington Methodist Church, ensuring that the Children’s Ministry thrives and meets the needs of the congregation. The successful candidate will have a strong attention to detail, excellent technological, organizational and communication skills.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Provide compassionate pastoral care, building meaningful relationships with children, youth, and their families.
  • Equip and empower parents with the tools and resources to lead their families spiritually.
  • Collaborate with the children’s minister to identify and address the needs of children, youth and their families, making a tangible difference in their lives.
  • Attend Homework Help program throughout school year offering support and teaching to build relationships with children and volunteers.
  • Program development
  • Safety and team management
  • Planning and administration
  • Record-keeping and attendance
  • Integration and staff collaboration
  • Nursery coordination

Required Qualifications:
  • Preferred: Bachelor’s degree with experience in children’s ministry/youth ministry in a church setting, or possess training in Christian Education, Early Childhood Education, or Child Development. Current students in Christian Education classes are encouraged to apply.
  • Minimum 3 years proven ministry experience
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office
  • Spanish language skills a plus
  • Supports church mission and culture
  • Displays knowledge and understanding required to work with the complexities of ministry in a large church
  • Exhibits an ownership of responsibility and follow-through on commitments
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality
  • Embrace Jesus as Lord and Savior, living out Christian values in your daily life.
  • Demonstrate a genuine passion for meeting the hopes and needs of children, youth, and their families.
  • Exhibit an unwavering love for children, exemplifying Christ-like love, compassion, and patience.

Schedule:
This is a part-time position with the expectation of set campus/facility hours on Sunday afternoons and weekday afternoons along with a flexible schedule for event support with some additional night work as needed.

About Us:
The mission of Weddington Methodist Church is to fulfill our call to make disciples of Jesus Christ by worshipping God with passion, intentionally growing in faith, proclaiming the gospel with grace, and humbly serving in love. All church staff positions are ministry positions reflecting our faith and service on behalf of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Email resume and cover letter to our Children's Minister, Carolyn Nelson, to apply.
Noah's Nursery Caregiver
Reports to: Children's Minister
Status: Part-time
Location: Weddington, North Carolina (On-Site)

Noah’s Nursery is looking for energetic and enthusiastic workers to join our team! Our nursery has 3 classrooms: infants, toddlers, and 2-year-olds. Work hours are Sunday mornings from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. with competitive pay. Caregivers must be 19 years old or older and submit to a criminal background check. We would love to have you join our team if you love little ones, have a passion for being the hands and feet of Jesus, and are responsible and kind.

If you're interested, please email resume and cover letter to our Children's Minister, Carolyn Nelson, to apply.
WCA Athletic Coaches
Reports to: WCA Athletic Director
Status: Part-Time
Location: Weddington, North Carolina (On-site)
Date Posted: September 5, 2025

WCA is seeking coaches to join our team for the 2025/26 school year. The ideal candidate will have a strong heart for Christ, a passion for shaping young lives through physical activity, and the ability to work well within a team. All WCA staff positions are ministry positions reflecting our faith and service on behalf of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Positions Available Include:
  • Head Coach:  Middle School Flag Football (Spring 2026)
  • Assistant Coach: Middle School Boys Flag Football (Spring 2026)
  • Head Coach: Middle School Girls Soccer (Spring 2026)
  • Assistant Coach: Middle School Girls Soccer (Spring 2026)

Required Qualifications:
  • Christ-follower and active member of a local church
  • Supportive and uplifting attitude, with a desire to encourage students
  • Knowledge/passion for teaching sports and a commitment to student growth.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Outstanding communication and people skills.
  • First Aid and CPR certification is a plus.

Schedule:
This is a part-time, seasonal, afterschool position during the school year (August–May 2025/2026)

About Us: 
WCA provides an education of highest academic excellence and Christian spiritual development in a faith community that challenges the mind, prepares the heart, and nurtures the soul; encouraging students and families to represent Christ in action and service.
 
Email resume and cover letter to Jared Sanders to apply. 
Preschool Classroom Teacher
Reports to:  Weddington Christian Preschool Director
Status: Part-time, Non-Exempt
Location: Weddington, North Carolina (On-Site)
Date: June 27, 2025
 
Weddington Christian Preschool is seeking preschool teachers to join their early childhood team for the 2025-2026 school year. A bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field is required for these teaching positions.  WCP is a part-day preschool serving children ages 12 months-5 years old. All WCP staff positions are ministry positions reflecting our faith and service on behalf of our Lord Jesus Christ.

 Responsibilities: 
  • Create a safe, nurturing classroom environment where children feel secure and ready to explore.
  • Plan and deliver developmentally appropriate lessons using the Creative Curriculum and Learning Without Tears Curriculum that promote social, emotional, physical, and cognitive growth. Teach weekly Bible stories using the Bible. 
  • Foster basic academic skills like letters, numbers, colors, and shapes through fun, interactive activities.
  • Model and teach social skills—sharing, cooperation, empathy, and following rules.
  • Monitor each child’s progress and adapt teaching strategies to individual needs.
  • Communicate regularly with parents or guardians, sharing updates and collaborating on developmental goals through newsletters, calendars and a yearly parent conference. 

Required Qualifications: 
  • Early Childhood, Elementary Education or a related bachelor’s degree

Schedule: 
Staff Workdays begin August 25. 8:30a.m.-1:30 p.m.;
During the school year: September 2–May 19, 2026
Monday–Thursdays, 8:30 a.m. –1:30 p.m. staff day;
Children in attendance from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Once a month Friday staff workday, September-May

Benefits of this position: 
Working at a Weddington Christian Preschool offers  
  • a faith-based environment
  • strong community among staff children and families 
  • the opportunity to help children grow both academically and spiritually 

About Us:
WCP is a part-day preschool serving children aged 12 months-5 years old from 9 a.m. –1 p.m., September–May. We have two campuses – Bonds Grove and Weddington.  
 
Email resume and cover letter to the Weddington Christian Preschool to apply.  

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