Student Ministry Leader & Discipleship Catalyst

Southern Baptist Convention of Virginia; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Crossway Church in Virginia Beach seeks a Student Pastor to lead and vision a dynamic student ministry for middle and high school students. The role emphasizes relational leadership, gospel-centered teaching, and partnership with parents and volunteers to make disciples who grow in faith and share grace.

The ideal candidate will model Christ-like character, actively engage unchurched students, and collaborate with a ministry team to fulfill Crossway’s mission to glorify God by making disciples

Qualifications

• Experience leading student ministry or youth work.
• Strong relational and communication skills.
• Commitment to biblical teaching and discipleship.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership and vision for Crossway’s student ministry, including middle school and high school students.
• Plan, prepare, and implement ministry that encourages students to gather, grow, give, go, and experience grace.
• Serve as the primary Bible teacher in the Student Ministry and participate in broader Crossway preaching opportunities as appropriate.
• Build meaningful relationships with students and parents that encourage personal relationships with Jesus Christ and Christ-centered community.
• Recruit, train, equip, and mobilize adult volunteers and student leaders.
• Plan and oversee student ministry events, including camp, retreats, mid-week gatherings, Life Groups, outreach events, surf days, and missions.
• Lead the development and expansion of student small groups and discipleship strategies, including baptism and evangelism goals.
• Develop and implement strategies to partner with parents in discipling their families.
• Develop student leaders who embrace Christ, His Church, and a lifestyle of service.
• Develop a strategy for maintaining a gospel presence in area middle schools and high schools.
• Oversee the student ministry budget, calendar, and communications, including website, social media, email, and text.
• Work collaboratively with the Crossway Ministry Team and support the church's overall mission, vision, and philosophy of ministry.

Job description

Crossway Church in Virginia Beach seeks a Student Pastor to lead and vision a dynamic student ministry for middle and high school students. The role emphasizes relational leadership, gospel-centered teaching, and partnership with parents and volunteers to make disciples who grow in faith and share grace.

The ideal candidate will model Christ-like character, actively engage unchurched students, and collaborate with a ministry team to fulfill Crossway’s mission to glorify God by making disciples