Job Description

Primary Responsibilities

Student Ministry Leadership

• Lead and oversee the church’s student ministry (grades 6–12).
• Provide primary teaching leadership within student ministry gatherings.
• Develop and implement a strategy for student discipleship and spiritual growth.
• Plan and coordinate youth ministry events, retreats, camps, and outreach opportunities.
• Equip, train, and shepherd volunteer leaders and small group leaders.
• Foster meaningful relationships with students and their families.
• Encourage and facilitate student participation in the broader life and ministry of the church.
• Provide regular communication with parents regarding ministry activities and discipleship opportunities.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates a growing and vibrant relationship with Jesus Christ.
• Meets the character qualifications outlined in 1 Timothy 3:1–7 and Titus 1:6–9.
• Affirms and supports the church’s doctrine, mission, and philosophy of ministry.
• Experience serving or leading in student ministry preferred.
• Possesses strong relational, organizational, and communication skills.
• Maintains spiritual health through prayer, the study of Scripture, and biblical fellowship.

Core Competencies

• Firm grasp of biblical doctrine and theological discernment.
• Ability to faithfully teach and apply God’s Word.
• Strong relational and shepherding instincts with students and families.
• Ability to recruit, equip, and lead volunteer leaders.
• Self-motivated and dependable in ministry responsibilities.
• Demonstrates humility, teachability, and a servant-hearted approach to ministry.
• Works well with church staff, volunteers, and parents.

Expectations

• Attend and participate in Sunday worship gatherings.
• Lead weekly student ministry gatherings.
• Maintain regular office hours and availability appropriate for a part-time position.
• Pursue personal growth in character, doctrine, leadership, and ministry effectiveness.