Benefits:
401(k) matching
Competitive salary
Health insurance
Preschool Minister
Severns Valley Baptist Church – Elizabethtown, KY Full-Time Staff Position
Role Overview
The Preschool Minister provides visionary leadership, spiritual care, and administrative oversight for the preschool ministry (birth through pre-K) at Severns Valley Baptist Church. This role is essential in advancing our church’s mission to Love God, Love People, and Make Disciples and our vision of equipping families to live in the hope of the gospel, connected in biblical community, and actively growing in their faith.
The Preschool Minister will foster a safe, joyful, and gospel-centered environment where young children can begin to know and love Jesus. This leader will also come alongside parents and volunteers, equipping them to lay strong spiritual foundations in the lives of preschoolers. This is a hands-on ministry role that blends leadership, teaching, administration, and relational ministry.
The Preschool Minister serves under the Lead Pastor as a key member of the SV Staff Team, working in close collaboration with the SV Kids Team and other ministry leaders to help families pursue God, connect with others, and make disciples.
Key Responsibilities
Spiritual & Programmatic Leadership
Champion the gospel-centered vision of SVkids within the preschool ministry.
Lead and teach regularly in preschool environments on Sunday mornings and Wednesday evenings, ensuring biblical truth is presented in engaging, age-appropriate ways.
Develop and implement strategies that equip preschoolers and families to take their next steps in faith.
Provide spiritual leadership and direction for all preschool ministry programming and activities.
Volunteer & Team Development
Recruit, train, encourage, and schedule volunteer leaders and paid childcare workers to serve faithfully and joyfully.
Create a culture of care, excellence, and teamwork among preschool volunteers.
Provide clear communication, resources, and spiritual encouragement to all team members.
Operational Oversight
Oversee classroom setup, curriculum preparation, seasonal decorating, and overall ministry environment.
Ensure all preschool and childcare spaces are safe, clean, organized, and welcoming.
Manage childcare requests for church ministries and events, approve work hours, and maintain clear communication with ministry leaders.
Family Engagement
Build meaningful relationships with preschool families, supporting them in their spiritual journey.
Provide resources and encouragement that help parents be the primary disciplers of their children.
Be present at key family and church events to foster connection and community.
Team Collaboration & Events
Collaborate closely with the SV Kids Team to ensure alignment and shared vision across all children’s ministry environments.
Partner with other ministry staff and teams to support the broader mission of Severns Valley Baptist Church.
Participate in weekly staff meetings, ministry planning sessions, and strategic conversations.
Support and help lead special ministry events, such as VBS, preschool family events, seasonal programs, and outreach opportunities.
Qualifications & Characteristics
A committed follower of Jesus Christ who affirms the Baptist Faith & Message (2000).
Active member (or willing to become a member) of Severns Valley Baptist Church.
Demonstrated passion for preschool ministry and the spiritual development of young children.
Strong understanding of preschool child development and age-appropriate teaching methods.
Experience in ministry leadership with preschool-aged children and volunteer teams.
Exceptional organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
Dependable, flexible, and motivated by a servant’s heart and a team spirit.
Ability to balance hands-on ministry with strategic leadership and administrative tasks.
Reports To
Lead Pastor
Works Closely With
SV Kids Team
SV Ministry Staff
Volunteer Leaders & Paid Childcare Staff
Parents & Families of Preschoolers
Other Ministry Departments and Church Leaders
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their application at: 👉 www.sv.church/careers