Children’s Ministry Coordinator

St. Paul’s Anglican Church

20 Young Road, Kanata, Ontario St. Paul’s is a suburban parish in the Anglican Diocese of Ottawa, with a growing children’s ministry. We’re seeking a part-time position to coordinate ministries for elementary-school aged children, focussed primarily on Sundays. More about our parish and style of services can be found on our website: www.stpaulshk.org.

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Date

Applications will be received starting on July 20th, 2026 and will be received until the position is filled. Start date is negotiable, but ideally begins on September 1, 2026.

Qualifications An active and vibrant Christian faith and commitment to the communal life of the church.

A love for children and passion for their formation as followers of Jesus.

Show ability to communicate in ways compatible with children’s learning styles

Basic administrative abilities

Previous experience in teaching is an asset

Exhibiting wisdom and loving compassion towards children and families

Comfortable working within the liturgical and theological tradition of the Anglican Church of Canada Ministry Responsibilities

Formation of children concurrent with Sunday morning services (75%) Successfully deliver weekly care for elementary school aged children at our 9:00am & 11am services from September to June.

In cooperation with parish clergy,



implement curriculum for kindergarten through grade 6

Recruit, screen, train, oversee and support volunteer team

Foster a positive relationship with parents, and maintain a visible profile in the church

Maintain an orderly Sunday School room, and keep necessary supplies stocked Ministry with families outside of Sunday mornings (25%) Keep regular contact with parents and families, ensuring they are aware of upcoming events and the content of lessons

Assist in engaging children in our Christmas Eve family service

Plan, implement and manage yearly budget and provide yearly written report to vestry (our church’s annual general meeting) Time Commitment

10 hours per week from September – June, including the following Approximately 4.5 hours per week at the church on Sundays, leading Sunday school (September – June)

Approximately 1 hour per month for a regular planning meeting with clergy. Times and dates are negotiable.

Remaining hours can normally be self-allocated, to prepare curriculum, liaise with volunteers, complete administrative tasks, and other tasks to support active children’s ministry. This work can normally be completed remotely, in consultation with parish clergy. Compensation The wage range is $22-25 per hour, depending on the level of education and experience the successful applicant brings to the position.

📌 Children’s Ministry Coordinator (Ottawa)
🏢 Anglican Church of Canada
📍 Ottawa