What are the responsibilities and job description for the High School Ministry 9/10 Lead position at THE GROVE COMMUNITY CHURCH?
The Grove’s High School Ministry exists to create an environment and community where students can be introduced to Jesus and transformed by Him. The High School Ministry 9/10 Lead works closely with the High School Pastor to create vision and develop programs and activities for 9th and 10th grade students. This position also works closely with volunteers and students to shepherd them and tend to their spiritual care. As a part of the High School Ministry team, the 9/10 Lead plays a significant role in strategizing, as well as assessing and evaluating youth ministry initiatives.
Reports to: High School Ministry Pastor
Works with: High School Ministry Team, volunteers, families, Grove ministry teams
Works: Part Time, approximately 20 hours per week, exempt
MINISTRY LEADERSHIP — 50%
- Serve as part of high school ministry leadership team, which crafts vision, mission and values of high school ministry.
- Recruit, care for, and train team of volunteer leaders for all of the 9/10th grade small groups.
- Be the service lead for Wednesday nights; responsible for the flow of service, communication with team, and organizing announcements.
- Preach twice a month in High School ministry.
- Along with the 11/12 Lead, lead all events in The Overflow; handle all of the decision-making, planning, preparation, and execution.
- Assist with coordinating summer camp details, including running summer camp rec games.
- Coach parents and other volunteer ministry leaders.
SOCIAL MEDIA — 20%
- Run the High School ministry Instagram account.
- Create strategy for engagement on social media platforms and a weekly rhythm of content to post.
- Coordinate and recruit consistent media team capturing different elements of service and events.
STUDENT DEVELOPMENT — 20%
- Lead and disciple high school students.
- Lead a small group of students.
- Attend services, summer camp, and an annual outreach trek.
OTHER MINISTRY – 10%
- Cultivate intimacy with God and growth in Christ-like character through personal and corporate spiritual disciplines.
- Attend High School Ministry leadership team meetings, church all-staff meetings, devotions and trainings.
Before submitting a resume and cover letter, please read The Grove’s Statement of Faith and Foundational Beliefs. All applications confirm they have reviewed and are in full agreement with each part of the Statement of Faith and Foundational Beliefs. Submission of a resume and cover letter constitutes an affirmation of alignment with The Grove’s Statement of Faith and Foundational Beliefs.