DIRECTOR OF STUDENT MINISTRY

Overview

A part time ministry staff position responsible for overseeing and developing Christian formation and discipleship for students grades 6-12 and collaborating with the lead pastor/staff.

Responsibilities for Student Ministry (Grades 6 – 12)

• Shape the vision and provide leadership for Valley Covenant Church’s Student Ministry
• Recruit and develop adult leaders 
• Create biblically based and culturally relevant teachings that are age appropriate
• Build relationships with the students and provide pastoral care for them
• Communicate with parents & families and coordinate a monthly calendar with the larger church body
• Connect with the Central Conference of the Evangelical Covenant Church (i.e.: CHIC, camps, retreats, youth workers connection and collegiality with other youth leaders) 
• Oversee events that foster spiritual, emotional, and intellectual development and maturity including, but not limited to; opportunities to learn and follow Jesus, serve, and participate in outreach events
• Collaborate and communicate with Student Ministry Team
• Oversee and manage the Student Ministry Budget
• Incorporate youth into the overall life of the Valley Covenant Church

Qualifications

• Committed follower of Jesus Christ with ministry experience 
• Bachelor’s degree(or in process)
• Master’s degree (preferred but not required) in Christian Formation or Bible/Theology or a Master of Divinity degree
• Licensed or ordained (preferred but not required) in the Evangelical Covenant Church

Accountability

• Accountable to Interim Lead Pastor in conjunction with the Leadership Team

• Reports directly to Interim Lead Pastor
• Perform other responsibilities as requested by Interim Lead Pastor