Youth & Children's Minister

Youth and Children’s Minister

Position Summary

The Youth and Children’s Minister will provide leadership, vision, and oversight for all ministries related to children (birth – 5th grade) and youth (6th – 12th grade). This individual will plan, lead and choose programs that foster spiritual growth, discipleship, and evangelism, consistent with the beliefs of Shiloh Baptist church and the Southern Baptist Convention.

Key Responsibilities

Youth Ministry

• Plan, lead and teach weekly youth gatherings, Bible studies, and discipleship programs.
• Organize events such as camps, retreats, mission trips, and outreach activities.
• Build relationships with students to encourage spiritual growth.
• Equip youth to live out their faith in school, home, and community.
  
  

Children’s Ministry

• Oversee all children’s programs including Sunday School, children’s church, Mid-Week Programs and special events.
• Ensures teachers are available and present for Wednesday evening services.
• Develop/select age-appropriate, biblically sound curriculum.
• Ensure a safe, engaging, and Christ-centered environment for youth and children.
  
  

Leadership Development

• Recruit, train, and support volunteers for youth and children’s ministries.
• Mentor student leaders and develop future ministry leadership.
• Partner with parents as primary spiritual influencers
  
  

Teaching & Discipleship

• Teach regularly in youth and children’s settings.
• Ensure all teaching aligns with Scripture and Southern Baptist doctrine.
• Promote a culture of discipleship and evangelism.
  
  

Outreach & Evangelism

• Develop outreach strategies to reach unchurched youth and children.
• Encourage participation in missions locally and globally.
• Build connections with schools and community organizations.
  
  

Administration

• Plan ministry calendars, events, and budgets.
• Maintain communication with parents and church leadership.
• Ensure compliance with church safety and child protection policies.
  
  

Qualifications

Spiritual & Personal

• A clear testimony of faith in Jesus Christ and a calling to ministry
• Passion for working with children and youth.
• Meets biblical qualifications for church leaders (1 Timothy 3:1–7; Titus 1:6–9)
• Demonstrates integrity, energy, and relational warmth.
  
  

Doctrinal

• Agreement with the Baptist Faith and Message
• Commitment to the mission and theology of the Southern Baptist Convention
  
  

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree preferred, in progress if not graduated.
• Seminary training or pursuit of theological education is a plus.
• Experience in youth and/or children’s ministry preferred.
  
  

Core Competencies

• Strong communication and teaching ability
• Leadership and committee-building skills
• Creativity in program development
• Organizational and administrative effectiveness
• Relational ministry and mentorship
  
  

Work Environment

• Full-time
• Requires evenings, weekends, camps, and special events.
  
  

Compensation

• Based on qualifications and experience