Student Ministry Leader

Student Pastor/Ministry Leader (6th–12th Grade) — Full-Time

Bear Valley Church (BVC) is an evangelical church in Lakewood, CO, with a mission to lead people to know, love, and follow Jesus. We are a transformed community seeking to bless and influence our neighbors and the world with the Gospel.

As we continue to pursue what God is doing in and through our church, we are excited to hire our next full-time Student Pastor/Ministry Leader to lead our 6th–12th grade ministry through a meaningful season of rebuilding, growth, outreach, and discipleship.

Position Summary

The Student Pastor/Ministry Leader provides vision, leadership, and hands-on shepherding for all student ministry (6th–12th grade) at Bear Valley Church. As a member of the pastoral team, this role is responsible to lead, shepherd, and protect the church—especially as it relates to students and families—while building strong teams and creating ministry environments where students can encounter Christ, belong in community, and take next steps in their faith.

Bear Valley Students currently gathers Sunday nights (6:00–8:00 PM) and includes worship, teaching, and small groups.

This role is ideal for a leader who feels called to:

• disciple middle and high school students
• build volunteer teams
• partner with parents
• strengthen a ministry culture that reaches the next generation

Compensation

Salary range: $55,000 – $70,000 (commensurate with education, experience, and qualifications). 

Benefits include: HRA health reimbursement, employer retirement contribution, paid holidays, paid vacation / sick time.

Key Responsibilities

Disciple & Reach Students (Middle School High School)

• Build a relational, outreach-oriented culture where students are known, cared for, and discipled
• Teach God’s Word faithfully and help students take next steps with Jesus
• Lead weekly youth gatherings, small groups, and seasonal events (retreats, service projects, camps, missions opportunities (local and global))
• Develop student leaders and create pathways for spiritual growth, belonging, and mission

Lead & Equip Volunteer Leaders

• Recruit, train, and empower adult, parent, and college-age leaders who disciple students
• Build a healthy volunteer culture through encouragement, communication, coaching, and shepherding
• Establish strong ministry systems for planning, follow-up, and consistent care

Partner with Parents

• Communicate clearly and consistently with parents regarding ministry vision, events, and opportunities
• Equip parents as the primary disciplers of their children through resources, training, and encouragement

Align with the Vision of Bear Valley Church

• Collaborate with the pastoral team to support church-wide vision and ministry strategy
• Maintain alignment with BVC’s mission, values, and doctrinal commitments
• Pursue personal spiritual growth, leadership development, and healthy ministry pace to allow long-term effectiveness in life and leadership.

We’re praying for a Student Pastor who is:

• Christ-centered & theologically grounded
• Relationally driven (students, leaders, parents, and staff)
• A self-starter who can lead with initiative through a rebuilding season
• A leader of leaders who builds teams, not silos
• Emotionally intelligent & humble—teachable, grounded, and able to navigate conflict and coaching well
• Organized and forward-thinking—able to plan ahead and manage multiple priorities with excellence

Qualifications

• A mature and evident relationship with Jesus Christ
• 2–4 years of student ministry experience (volunteer or vocational) preferred
• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Strong communication skills (verbal, written, and platform teaching)
• Ability to lead and manage ministry events, volunteers, and weekly rhythms
• Ability to complete background checks and follow youth safety policies and best practices

How to Apply

To apply, please submit:

• a resume
• a brief cover letter (including your testimony and your philosophy of student ministry)

Send materials to: resumes@bvchurch.org

Applications will be reviewed as they are received.