First Presbyterian Church Beaver

Student Ministry Director

 

  • Do you have a heart for middle and high school students? (If so…read on…😊)

  • Does the thought of guiding young people as they discover faith in Jesus excite you?

  • How about doing so, while being a part of a caring and gifted ministry staff?

  • …and as you worship at a church that thoughtfully preaches God’s Word and takes quite seriously our call to love God and others, while hoping to not take ourselves too seriously?

  • If all of this sounds life-giving to you, then take a look at our open Student Ministry Director position.

But first… 

Just a Little Bit About Us:

First Presbyterian Church of Beaver, or “FPC” for short, is a community with strong roots, situated in the heart of the very family-friendly town of Beaver, PA. Located just 20 minutes from the airport and about 40 minutes from downtown Pittsburgh, Beaver is a town with a growing number of shops, restaurants and other amenities of her own. As a church, we worship over 500 each Sunday, have a long tradition of student ministry, and are blessed with a staff comprised of men and women who often remain in their positions for long tenures. Most find that FPC is a really good place to work! We value and encourage rest, sabbath, and self-care. Please take some time to visit our website to learn more about us, as well as taking a few minutes to become acquainted with the Evangelical Presbyterian Church (EPC), the denomination of which we are a part.

 

Job Summary:

FPC’s Student Ministry Director will provide leadership and oversight to all aspects of Student Ministry for grades 6-12. He/She will recruit, train, and lead a team of volunteers who will help carry out the responsibilities of ministry, all while working closely with the staff and supporting the overall vision and values of FPC.

 

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Oversees weekly “youth group” gatherings for middle and high school students, including the planning and teaching of a weekly message/lesson for both groups

  • Creates a culture where students feel welcomed, seen, and safe so that they might experience the love of Christ and the support of meaningful relationships

  • Recruits, equips and builds relationships with a team of volunteers who will in turn build relationships with, mentor and help disciple students

  • Organizes and plans periodic events, retreats, and service/mission projects  

  • Teaches (or recruits those who will teach) weekly Sunday School classes

  • Builds relationship with students outside of the regular weekly activities/programs

  • Partners with parents and families through consistent communication

  • Works within the overall ministry of the church to help integrate students into the life and mission of First Presbyterian Church

  • Attends/Facilitates a monthly committee meeting (Student Ministries Committee)

  • Networks with other area churches and ministries

  • Manages the annual student ministry budget

 

Qualifications:

  • Evident faith and love for Jesus Christ

  • Highly relational and grace-filled

  • Gifted and effective communicator

  • Possesses strong social intelligence, collaborates well on a team

  • A self-starter who manages his or her time well

  • Conversant in current cultural trends among teens and adolescents

 

Educational/ Ministry Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree

  • 3+ years leading a student ministry

  • Aligned with the mission and vision of both FPC and the EPC and can affirm  the "Essentials of our Faith"

  • Seminary Degree a bonus

  • Music/Worship leading skills a bonus

 

*Even if you do not fully meet these requirements, please do NOT disqualify yourself from applying, as we are passionate about finding a candidate who is a “good fit”.

 

Status:             Exempt

Type:               Full-time (Approximately 40 hours per week)

Salary:             Comparable to regional salaries for similar roles in churches of a similar size

PTO:               4 weeks Paid Vacation, 2 weeks Study Leave, 2 weeks PTO/Sick days

Reports to:      Our Director of Adult Discipleship

 

To apply: Email a cover letter and resume to Terri Williams, our Search Committee Chairperson at: williams.terri4@gmail.com