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  • Children's ministry Assistant

    Reports to: Children’s Ministry Director

    Status: Part-Time (3–5 hours per week)
    Schedule: Primarily Sunday mornings, 8:45–11:45am, with occasional opportunities for evenings or special events.


    About the Role

    Do you love kids and want to make a difference in their lives? Our Children’s Ministry team is looking for a caring, dependable, and joyful assistant to help create a safe, welcoming space where children can learn, grow, and experience God’s love.

    This role is perfect for someone who enjoys hands-on ministry, delights in working with little ones, and wants to be part of a supportive church community.


    What You’ll Do

    • Provide loving, age-appropriate care for children during worship and Sunday school (including play, games, stories, prayer, and basic care like snacks, diapering, or bathroom breaks).

    • Create a safe, nurturing environment where kids feel valued and cared for.

    • Greet and interact with parents, building trust and offering a warm welcome.

    • Support the Children’s Ministry Director and team with setup, cleanup, and special events.

    What We’re Looking For

    • Heart for Children & Families – You enjoy being with kids and helping them feel safe and loved.

    • Dependability & Care – Parents, children, and team members can count on you.

    • Team Player – You work well with others and value being part of a ministry team.

    • Faith & Kindness – You carry the love of Jesus in how you treat children and families.

    Requirements

    • Must be 18 years or older.

    • Complete Safe Sanctuary training and pass a background check.

    • Previous experience caring for children (babysitting, teaching, camp, etc.) is preferred.

    Why Join Us?

    At First United Methodist Church Dyersburg, our children’s ministry is more than childcare — it’s a chance to share God’s love with the next generation. You’ll be part of a joyful, supportive team and know your work makes an eternal impact.


    👉 Interested? Apply today by sending your cover letter and resume to our

    Director of Children's Ministry, Tori Armstrong: tfrazier@fumcdyersburg.com


  • Youth Director Position

    Director of youth ministry

    Interested applicants should send resume and cover letter to kkesterson@fumcdyersburg.com

    Job Title: Director of Youth Ministry
    Reports to: Senior Pastor
    Classification: Full-Time (Part-time can be negotiated)
    Summary of the position: 

    • The Director of Youth Ministry at Dyersburg First United Methodist Church directs, operates, and coordinates the youth ministry of the church, which seeks to
    • Facilitate the faith development of students in grades seven through twelve.
    • Grow and sustain a youth ministry that fulfills the church’s mission to know, love, share, and serve Christ.
    • Align the youth ministry with the mission, vision and values of Dyersburg FUMC

    Education Requirements:

    • A bachelor’s degree is preferred, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. 
    • United Methodist Membership preferred but not required.
    • Seminary students are encouraged to apply.

    Responsibilities/Essential Functions:

    • Increase and promote spiritual development among the youth. This includes teaching the Wesleyan theology, helping the youth develop and articulate their own faith, and providing spiritual guidance.
    • Assume leadership qualities which will lead to development and growth within the youth ministry. This includes planning, promoting, and if necessary, raising funds for all youth events.
    • Be a visible youth leader in the community by creating an invitational culture with youth in the community. 
    • Plan and lead outreach, ministry and service events such as extracurricular activities for youth, school events, and mission events within the church and community.
    • Encourage volunteer development by recruiting and preparing volunteers to help with youth programming such as bible studies and small group discussions, as well as developing a youth council.
    • Assume administrative responsibilities associated with the requirements of this job, such as: 1) Creating, setting, and tracking benchmarks and goals for the youth program. 2) Participating in the annual budgeting process. 3) Remitting invoices and reimbursement requests in a timely manner. 4) Participation in DFUMC social media platforms to help promote and grow the youth program.

    Core Competencies:

    • Honors core values and beliefs of DFMUC and takes responsibility for their own faith formation.
    • Holds strong interpersonal skills, exudes compassion for others, and communicates efficiently and effectively.

    Note: All church staff will be trained in Safe Sanctuary policy and undergo a background check.