Benefits:- On-site Childcare
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Training & development
- Vision insurance
- Wellness resources
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee discounts
OVERVIEWย ย The Elementary Coordinator provides visionary, relational, and hands-on leadership for Preston Trailโs Elementary Ministry (Kinderโ5th grade) in partnership with the TrailKids Pastor. This role exists to help kids find and follow Jesus by creating a discipleship pathway that connects, equips, and empowers both kids and volunteer leaders. ย
The ideal candidate is a passionate communicator, relational shepherd, and strategic team builder who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative ministry environment. They love elementary students, believe in the power of small groups, and are committed to forming a healthy volunteer culture where leaders are
Known, Trained, and Celebrated.ย
KEY RESPONSIBILITIESย Discipleship & Shepherdingย - Champion Preston Trailโs discipleship strategy through a small groupโbased model that helps kids take consistent next steps toward Jesus.ย
- Foster a culture where every kid is known by name, cared for by a leader, and connected in authentic community.ย
- Build relationships with kids and leaders through intentional presence - on Sundays, at events, and during everyday moments that matter.ย
- Equip kids and leaders to live out their faith through service and missional opportunities.ย
Leadership & Volunteer Developmentย - Recruit, train, and shepherd a high-impact volunteer team that embodies the heart of Preston Trailโs Next Gen culture.ย
- Create leadership pipelines that develop volunteers to become disciple-makers and future ministry leaders.ย
- Cast clear vision and provide ongoing encouragement, coaching, and celebration for your team.ย
- Build and shepherd the Elementary Coach team to enable high-capacity, passionate leaders to step up in leadership as they know, train, and celebrate their grade-level small group leaders.ย
Programming & Teachingย - Collaborate with the TrailKids team to ensure biblically sound, culturally relevant, and high-energy weekly gatherings.ย
- In partnership with the TrailKids Pastor, develop and lead creative events that facilitate discipleship and parental connection.ย
Parent Partnershipย - Work with the Parent Communications Director to partner with parents (as the primary spiritual influencer in their studentโs life) by providing resources, communication, and connection points.ย
- Collaborate with the TrailKids Curriculum Coordinator to provide parents with intentional resources to extend what is taught on Sundays into the home.ย
Operations & Administrationย - Under the direction of the TrailKids Pastor, develop and manage a ministry calendar, budget, and systems that ensure smooth and strategic ministry operations.ย
- Work with our Next Gen Connections coordinator to oversee the first time guest experience and transition into a consistent small group. ย
- Maintain excellence in communication, registration, and safety protocols for all elementary events and environments.ย
QUALIFICATIONS ย - Deep, growing relationship with Jesus Christ that is evident through character, humility, and integrity.ย
- Alignment with Preston Trailโs mission, beliefs, and values (https://prestontrail.org/about/aboutus).ย
- Embodies our staff culture values: Self-Leadership, Positive Attitude, Team Mindset, Healthy Relationships, and High Performance.ย
- Passionate about elementary school students and committed to relational discipleship through small groups.ย
- Must complete our assessment here within 48hrs of applying
- Strong communicator, both on stage and in conversation, who can connect biblical truth to real-life issues.ย
- Experienced team builder and relational leader who inspires others to serve with excellence and joy.ย
- Proven ability to lead within a large, fast-moving ministry context or educational environment.ย
- Familiarity with child development and the ability to engage with kids at their social, emotional, and cognitive level.ย
- Thrives in collaboration and finds joy in teamwork across the broader Next Gen staff.ย
- Bonus: Experience with Apple OS, Planning Center Online, and Adobe Creative Suite.ย
THE WIN The Elementary Coordinator wins when:ย
- Every child is known, connected, and taking next steps in their faith.ย
- Every volunteer is known, trained, and celebrated as a disciple-maker.ย
- Every program, event, and environment consistently reflects Preston Trailโs culture of excellence, belonging, and spiritual growth.ย
ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS ย ย ย ย ย MINISTRY TEAM:
ย TrailKids Staff and volunteer teams, NextGenย
ย ย ย ย ย REPORTS TO:ย TrailKids Pastor ย
EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATIONS ย ย ย ย ย Category: Full-Time ย
ย ย ย ย Hours per Week: 40 ย
ย ย ย ย Classification: Ministerial Exceptionย
ย ย ย ย Employee Class: Support Staffย
ย ย ย ย Weekends Required? Yes ย
ย ย ย ย Commissionable?ย Yes ย
ย ย ย ย Onsite Required: Yes ย