Student Pastor

Bayside Church Student Pastor Bayside Community Church is seeking a Student Pastor to build on a season of momentum and help lead more students to become more like Jesus. This role is part of a collaborative Family Ministry Team, working together to create a thriving, unified ministry from infants through adults. Position Summary Bayside Community Church is seeking a Student Pastor to build on a season of momentum and help lead more students to become more like Jesus. This role is part of a collaborative Family Ministry Team, working together to create a thriving, unified ministry from infants through adults. Key Responsibilities Using the church’s vision, develop a long‑term strategy to implement the goals for the student ministry and see students develop an authentic personal relationship with Jesus. Develop, promote, and coordinate a balanced program of activities and discipleship ministry. Create a welcoming, friendly, engaging, aesthetically pleasing environment that studentswant to be a part of on Sundays and mid‑week programming. Be a mentor to students, student leaders, and coaches (adult leaders). Train and develop an adult Coaching Team. Visit students in their schools to provide connection and outreach opportunities. Engage students in ministry and mission projects, recognize, develop, and mentor leaders–students and adult volunteers. Partner with parents to invest in students' spiritual growth. Work with the Family Ministry Team for large special events at Bayside and in the community. Leader of Teams In this role, we are expecting the Student Pastor to develop teams that will be a part of the ministry in order to foster ministry ownership among volunteers and students alike. While there are teams in place currently, we believe that your ministry is only as good as the team you build. This is worked out in these key avenues: Continued investment in student leaders and their involvement in the ministry Continued investment in coaches (adult leaders) in their leadership ability and discipleship. The building up of head coaches (adult leaders) in order to foster stability in systems and the team engagement as a whole. The building up of parents who are regularly a part of the ministry alongside key volunteers. Family Ministry Team This role requires both visionary leadership and a strong team mindset; someone who can lead, develop others, and integrate student ministry into the broader life of the church. A strong foundation is already in place, including committed student leaders and adult volunteers. The next leader will invest in these teams, fostering ownership, depth, and spiritual maturity. Our current student pastor will be serving as adult discipleship pastor and on the family ministry team alongside this role. This is worked out in these key avenues: Family ministry team meetings bi‑weekly. Serving alongside the ministry to kids, young adults, and adults to have healthy bridges between the ministries. Work together with the family ministry team on family ministry events (VBS, Trunk or Treat, Marriage Conferences, Parenting Classes, etc.) Collaborating on Family Ministry projects. Working together with the Family Ministry Team on calendaring and creating a conducive ministry environment for the whole family. Qualifications A committed follower of Jesus Christ with a passion for family and student ministry. Bachelor’s degree in Theology, Ministry, Education, or related field preferred; Master’s degree a plus. Minimum of 3‑5 years of experience in student ministry leadership. Proven ability to lead, collaborate with, and empower ministry teams strategically and relationally. Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills. Ability to engage and equip parents, volunteers, and staff effectively. Experience with outreach and assimilation of families into church life. Ability to work collaboratively within a team and church leadership structure. Skilled in public speaking, teaching, and counseling. Commitment to the doctrinal beliefs and vision of Bayside Church. Core Competencies Visionary leadership and strategic thinking Positive team player and champion Collaborative team leadership and empowerment Relational and pastoral care skills Effective communication and teaching Volunteer development and team building Cultural awareness and adaptability Passion for outreach and evangelism Organizational and administrative excellence #J-18808-Ljbffr