Preteen Ministry Director

Description

Our pre-teen ministry is one of the most exciting and vital ministries at The Grove, as we help our 5th-6th grade students grow in their own faith and in their love for Jesus.  The Director gives overall vision and leadership to the ministry, always bringing The Grove to the next level in missional effectiveness and transformational impact.  This is a critical role requiring a passion for students, along with strong teaching, leadership, and relational skills.

Reports to:         Family Pastor

Works with:       Ministry staff­ and volunteers, church families

Works:                Full Time, approximately 40 hours per week, exempt

TEACHING AND DISCIPLESHIP – 35%

• Plan and prepare sermon series for Preteen Ministry.
• Preach weekly in Preteen services.
• Oversee teaching calendar.
• Lead and disciple 5^th/6^th grade students in one-on-one and small group discipleship.
• Pray for students and leaders.

STAFF AND VOLUNTEER LEADERSHIP – 30%

• Lead Preteen Ministry staff meetings.
• Develop and train leaders and release them into ministry.
• Oversee Preteen Ministry Assistant Director, Preteen Ministry Worship Coordinator, and Preteen Ministry Interns.
• Lead and disciple volunteers and ministry staff and equip them to disciple students.
• Communicate clearly and regularly with volunteers.

ORGANIZATIONAL LEADERSHIP – 25%

• Cast vision for future ministry.
• Plan and execute services and events.
• Plan and execute Summer Camp and Summer Splash.
• Communicate regularly with parents.
• Develop and oversee ministry budget.
• Develop games for services and events.

OTHER– 10%

• Cultivate intimacy with God and growth in Christ like character through personal and corporate spiritual disciplines.
• Attend team meetings, church all-staff meetings, pastoral leadership meetings, devotions and trainings.
• Support other departments/ministries as needed.

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.

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