MISSION: to inspire students to become wholehearted (and lifelong) followers of Christ.

This position requires close collaboration with other departments at the church, especially High School Ministry and Kids & Family Life. The ideal candidate for this position will be someone who is relational, enthusiastic, and passionate about seeing middle school students know, love, and reflect Jesus.

ACCOUNTABLE/RELATIONSHIPS

Reports to the Director of Kids & Family Life, including an annual job performance review.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Demonstrates a mature Christian faith and interest in sharing in the ministry of San Clemente Presbyterian Church

• Ability to develop leaders who will grow followers of Jesus

• Ability to organize, develop, and teach curriculum for small groups and large groups

• Ability to communicate and work with diverse personalities and age ranges

• A.A/A.S. required, B.A./B.S. preferred

• Two years experience working with youth

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee the execution of the entire Middle School Ministry, 6th-8th grades

• Develop curriculum, projects, and experiences for Sunday morning and mid-week programs

• Recruit, nurture, shepherd and oversee a team of volunteers that lead small groups and engage in weekly programs and events

• Work with the Family Ministries team to create service opportunities in Missions, community outreach, camps and retreats, and other intentional activities

• Monitor budgets for all Middle School Ministry

• Administrative responsibilities (ie: communication, paperwork, marketing, etc.)

• Develop a collaborative ministry experience for Confirmation (aprox. every other year)

• Work with SC Pres Kids and High School leaders to bring consistency to Family Ministry mission, vision, and values

• Pursue collaboration and support with other local community partnerships

TIME COMMITMENTS

• Mid-week evening program (including large group and small group programming)

• Sunday morning Middle School/Student Ministries Program

• Weekly all-SCPC staff meetings (Tuesday mornings)

• Special events: camps, retreats, service trips, off-campus activities

• Up to $35,000-$40,000/year, 25-30 hours/week on-site with an adaptable schedule.