FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH YOUNGSVILLE
STUDENT MINISTER JOB DESCRIPTION
Principle Function:
The Student Minister is responsible to the church for the spiritual development of students in Grades 7-12 by developing, coordinating and implementing activities that lead them to a closer relationship with Christ.
Qualifications:
The Student Minister should have an understanding of and willingness to serve within the doctrinal commitments of the church; have at least 2 years of experience ministering to youth and a desire to teach and mentor youth in biblical truth; excellent written and verbal communication skills; a commitment to the mission of the church; a growing Christian faith and character; and a lifestyle that is congruent with the biblical requirements for leaders (1 Tim 3: 1-13; 2 Tim 2; Titus 1: 5-9).
Responsibilities:
- Responsible for planning and leading Wednesday evening activities (music, games, Video, drama, Bible study).
- Responsible for teaching the Student Sunday School class. (FBCY will provide the material).
- Responsible for coordinating/planning student ministry events. The Student Minister will be expected to inform students/parents of upcoming events.
- Responsible for leading our students in mission work in and around the area, leading them to reach others with the Gospel even outside the area.
- Attend all worship services and major events of the church.
- Organize/delegate fundraisers, as approved by the Pastor.
- Disciple all students and provide a means to aid in their discipleship, making discipleship a high priority in helping students grow spiritually.
- Focus on in-reach and outreach by contacting students on a regular basis.
- The Student Minister will be expected to attend bi-weekly staff meetings.
Provisions:
- The Student Minister will be compensated under the negotiated terms of employment.
- Student Minister will work a flexible, part-time schedule; hours worked will be dependent on meeting the responsibilities of the role.
- As a part-time staff member, the Student Minister will be entitled to 5 days of vacation upon hiring date. Subsequent vacation days will be accrued according to FBCY Paid Time Off and Sick Leave Guidelines. Part-time employees are eligible for 5 days of Sick Time annually. The Student Minister will also be eligible for 2 weeks of ministry leave, which includes teaching at another church, attending a conference, and leading at another church.
- Student Minister must adhere to the FBCY Paid Time Off and Sick Leave Guidelines for Part-Time Employees. A Paid Time Off Request Form must be completed and approved by the Pastor.