Thank you for considering employment at First Presbyterian Church of Orlando. We are always looking for talented individuals who enjoy working in a faith-based organization. We take pride in our gifted and devoted staff.
To apply for any position listed below, please forward your resume and salary history to our Human Resources Director unless otherwise directed in the text of the posting.
OPEN POSITIONS:
Job Title: Assistant Director of Student Ministry
Department: Student Ministry
Role Summary
The Assistant Director of Student Ministry helps lead and execute the vision of Student Ministry by investing in students, equipping volunteers, and coordinating ministry programs. This role balances relational ministry with students, leadership of volunteers, and strong execution.
The Assistant Director operates within a relational, incarnational ministry culture and helps ensure the ministry is both effective and sustainable.
Primary Responsibilities
Volunteer Leadership
Recruit, support, and equip volunteer leaders in partnership with the Director
Build strong relationships with volunteers through regular communication and encouragement
Help connect students with volunteer leaders for ongoing discipleship
Encourage volunteer ownership of ministry spaces and student relationships
Student Discipleship
Build meaningful relationships with students through weekly programs, events, and informal connection
Teach regularly in large group settings and special events
Provide discipleship and pastoral support alongside volunteer leaders
Ministry Coordination
Carry responsibility for executing ministry plans, programs, and events
Coordinate logistics for weekly programming, retreats, and trips
Manage schedules, communication, and administrative details for assigned areas
Collaborate with staff to ensure clarity and alignment across ministry initiatives
Work Rhythm
Full-time position (approximately 40 hours per week)
Evening and weekend availability required (Wednesday nights, Sunday mornings, student ministry retreats throughout the year)
Seasonal intensity during summer programming and retreat preparation Core Competencies
Leadership Presence – Leads students and volunteers with confidence and clarity
Strategic Thinking – Plans ahead and executes ministry thoughtfully
Relational Warmth – Demonstrates genuine care for students and leaders
Administrative Strength – Manages details and systems effectively
Ministry Context
The Assistant Director works within a collaborative staff environment that values shared leadership, relational discipleship, and sustainable ministry practices.
Reporting Relationship
Reports to the Director of Student Ministry and works closely with volunteer leaders to cultivate a ministry where students are known, discipled, and connected within the life of the church.
Job Title: Child Care Provider
Department: Children’s Ministry
Schedule: Part-time/Sundays
Rate of Pay: $14.00
SUMMARY
This position reports to the Director of Children’s ministry to provide childcare during Sunday services. The ideal candidate will have an understanding of the developmental stages and needs of infants to kindergarten age (birth to 6 years old), a desire to be a team player and help with children in a positive, nurturing, church/faith-based environment.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES include, but are not limited, to the following:
Responsible for the safety and well-being of the children while leading them through directed activities;
Responsible for communication with parents regarding their child during drop-off and pick-up;
Stay informed and follow current child care regulations and guidelines provided by the church
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Desire and ability to work with children, birth to 6 years old
Demonstrated responsibility, dependability and punctuality
Must be comfortable working in a church/faith environment
Excellent communication skills
Teachable and willing to learn and grow in a professional environment
2 years previous child care experience in a child care or classroom setting preferred
AA Degree in Early Childhood or CDA a plus
CPR/AED and First Aid Certification a plus; opportunity for this also provided by the church on a periodic basis
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl when interacting with children
Able to lift 25 pounds on an occasional basis
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, sometimes loud (music from worship band/musical instruments and/or children)
To apply, please contact Shirley Adams to express an interest and she will forward you an application for employment. Once these steps are complete, you will be contacted by a Children’s Ministry staff person.
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