Children's and Youth Program Manager

Co-Lead Minister @ The Oceanside Sanctuary

Oceanside Sanctuary | Oceanside, CA

• Hours:
  
  ndege 18-25 hours/week
• Pay: $24-$28/hour
• Reports to:
  
  Co-Lead Minister

Description: The Oceanside Sanctuary (OSC) is a thriving progressive Christian church community in Oceanside, CA. We are growing with young families and seeking an energetic, organized, kid-focused leader to serve as our Children’s and Youth Program Manager
. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in relational leadership, loves creating meaningful experiences for children and youth, and is excited to support families within an inclusive, justice-oriented faith community.

• Plan and lead engaging, age‑appropriate children and youth programming on Sundays.
• Partner with families to foster connection, trust, and belonging.
• Manage special events and seasonal programming for kids and youth (Advent, Easter, family gatherings, service projects, etc.).
• Maintain systems including calendars, supplies, check‑in and safety protocols, and communication workflows.
• Work with the overseeing pastor to utilize a curriculum that aligns children and youth programming with OSC’s progressive theology and values.
• Co‑lead with the Youth Events Coordinator to plan and execute outside youth experiences that balance fun, community, and justice‑oriented outreach.

• Experience in children or youth programming (church, school, nonprofit, camp, or recreational settings) required.
• A degree or certification in child development, education, recreation, or similar field, or equivalent work experience.
• A warm, engaging, and playful presence with children and strong relational and communication skills with adults.
• Strong alignment with progressive Christian beliefs, including gender equality, LGBTQ inclusion, and social justice‑centered values.
• Bonus: background in recreation, camp leadership, arts, music, theater, or creative education.
• Must pass a background check and complete any required child‑safety training.

• Background in recreation, camp leadership, arts, music, theater, or creative education.
• CPR certified.
• follic> 18-25 hours per week.
• Other hours can be flexible.
• $24-$28/hour based on experience.
• 2 weeks of PTO.

Mid‑Senior level

Part‑time

Religious Institutions

Please submit the following materials to (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). position will remain open until filled.

• Resume
• Cover letter, including the following:
  • Describe your experience with children or youth and volunteer coordination.
  • Provide a short reflection on your own faith tava story and why The Oceansaze Sanctuary and progressive Christianity are a meaningful fit for you.
  • Provide 2-3 professional references.
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