Director of Student Ministries

Discovery Church

Newton, NC

Category: Youth Pastor & Youth Ministry

Posted on: November 28, 2022

Job Description:

Position Description
The role of the Director of Student Ministries is to oversee, supervise and develop the educational and experiential opportunities for Middle school, High school and College demographic. The Director of Student Ministries will work alongside the Senior Pastor and MLT to carry out the mission of Discovery Church.

Responsibilities include:
- Developing goals and objectives for Youth Ministry in line with the strategic plan.
- Identifying and testing curriculum resources.
- Recruit, train and work with the lay volunteers in coaching and strengthening their youth ministry abilities.
- Develop ministry and outreach to middle/high school students and college-age persons.
- Developing goals and programs that are designed to meet ministry needs.
- Preach as needed.
- Serve as a motivating, inspiring and engaging teacher to our students on a regular/weekly basis as part of a larger plan for the spiritual development of our students.
- Leading and developing a Student Ministry Worship Music program.
- Developing a climate for students that is safe, supportive, and cultivates spiritual growth.
- Addressing specific personal and spiritual needs of students as they arise through one-on-one or small group meetings, school visits, or other connections appropriate to the circumstances.
- Developing lay leaders who can love and lead our students effectively.
- The Disrector of Student Ministries will strengthen the programs and activities with young people through the implementation of short and long-term goals and plans for the ministry.
- Development and implementation of an annual calendar of activities and programs that are inclusive and promote relationship development and discipleship.
- Development and management of the annual budget for Student Ministry.
- Responding efficiently to_noemailmunication demands including, email, phone, social media.
- Develop relationships with schools, churches, and parachurch_noemailanizations that support our efforts to reach students in the church and the_noemailmunity.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:
This position requires a minimum of 5 to 7 years as a staff member in a ministry leadership capacity. Possession of a bachelor's degree in biblical studies or related field is required. Graduate degree in biblical studies desired. The successful individual will be a self-starter, not requiring a great deal of supervision, with a solid work ethic and willingness to do what it takes to get the job done. A working knowledge of Microsoft Office as well as the ability to research and use a multitude of information gathering resources is a must.
 

About Discovery Church:

Our Mission is to always be Representing Jesus. Our values are broken down into Five Treasures and Five Keys. The keys unlock the treasure in our life. LOVE GOD through INVITATION. FIND FREEDOM through LEARNING. SEE GOD through PRAYER. EXPERIENCE HEALING through SERVING. DISCOVER JOY through LOVING. There are lots of exciting things happening at Discovery, and it's a great place to see the Holy Spirit at work. We like to say that "we're a river, not a pond", with the love of Jesus flowing out like a river into our community and world! 

Position Information:

Job Title:
Director of Student Ministries
Time Type:
Full Time
Job Category:
Youth Pastor & Youth Ministry
Salary:
50,000 - 60,000
Organization Type:
Church
Denomination:
Non-Denominational
Worship Style:
Contemporary
Church Size:
750 - 1000

Contact Information:

Organization Name:
Discovery Church
Contact Name:
Tanya H Turbeville
Address1:
2201 Startown Road
Address2:
City:
Newton
State or Province:
NC
ZIP Code:
28658
Country:
United States
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