High School Youth Coordinator

Salesforce Sites; Waxhaw, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

JAARS in Waxhaw, NC, seeks a High School Youth Coordinator to support the Youth and Family Ministries by developing and executing youth program strategies. You will direct weekly high school groups, coordinate events, and prepare lessons with facilitators, while safeguarding policy compliance at all activities.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in education or youth ministry, 5 years of youth ministry experience, and a heart for third-culture kids.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated spiritual maturity and walk with the Lord.
• Able to support youth ministry strategies and activities.
• Willing to attend ongoing ministerial training (TCK/MK).
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Proficient with basic computer applications.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute high school youth program strategies.
• Lead weekly high school youth group sessions.
• Coordinate special events and budget for programs.
• Ensure safety policies are followed at events.
• Mentor the High School Leadership Team.

Skills

Strong communication

Team leadership

Pastoral/ministry experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in education or youth ministry

Tools

Basic computer literacy

Job description

Job Details: High School Youth Coordinator

Full details of the job.

Vacancy Name

Vacancy Name High School Youth Coordinator

Vacancy No

Vacancy No VN945

Target Staff Type

Work Location

Work Location JAARS Waxhaw

FTE

FTE 1.000

Position Responsibilities

• Support the Manager of Youth and Family Ministries in developing and executing youth program strategies.
• Support leadership in meeting organizational goals.
• Direct and manage weekly high school youth group programs.
• Direct and manage other scheduled activities, special events and programs during the year for high school.
• Prepare lessons for youth group meetings and schedule facilitators as needed.
• Ensure child safety protocols and policies are adhered to at all times at all High school events and activities.
• Disciple/mentor the High School Leadership Team.
• Coordinate with Guys and Girls Discipleship Coordinators to disciple/mentor High school students.
• Inform students and parents of resources available to them, such as pastoral counseling, support groups, and other professional support organizations.
• Assist in developing and managing High school youth program budgets.

Position Requirements

• A deep and growing walk with the Lord Jesus that includes your personal spiritual growth and the ability to support others in their spiritual growth.
• Embracethe vision, mission, and core values of JAARS.
• Bachelor's degree in education, youth ministry, or other related fields.
• Have 5 years of relevant experience in youth ministry.
• Have a heart for and a good understanding of third-culture kids (TCKs) and their needs.
• Patient and able to handle challenging situations.
• Have the ability to lead and motivate a team and influence others through godly character, integrity, and conviction.
• Able to develop and give clear briefings and training presentations.
• Willingness to attend ongoing training on ministering to TCK/MK.
• Have excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Proficient with basic computer applications and technology.