Student Pastor

Magnolia Bible Church); Magnolia (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Magnolia Bible Church is seeking a Student Pastor responsible for leading a Christ-centered ministry for middle and high school students. This role involves providing spiritual leadership, pastoral care, and outreach opportunities. Candidates must have 3-5 years of student ministry experience, able to recruit and develop volunteers, and create environments for worship and connection.

Responsibilities include leading programs, engaging with local schools, and ensuring communication with parents. Candidates should possess strong leadership, discipleship, and communication skills.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience in student ministry.
• Ability to supply video of teaching in a live environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of a vibrant, balanced Student Ministry.
• Disciple middle and high school students toward spiritual maturity.
• Cast vision and implement an overall curriculum plan.
• Develop weekly programs, retreats, and mission opportunities.
• Engage directly in local schools and connect with students.
• Recruit, train, and develop volunteers for Student Ministry.

Skills

Leadership

Discipleship

Communication

Curriculum Planning

Volunteer Management

Community Engagement

Job description

Magnolia Bible Church is searching for its next Student Pastor. This role is responsible for leading and developing a Christ-centered ministry that helps middle school and high school students grow in their relationship with Jesus Christ. This role provides spiritual leadership, discipleship, pastoral care, and outreach opportunities that engage students and their families in the life and mission of the church. The Student Pastor recruits, equips, and shepherds volunteer leaders while creating environments where students can worship, connect in biblical community, serve others, and share their faith. Through intentional relationships, teaching, and strategic ministry planning, the Student Pastor seeks to cultivate a thriving student ministry that develops lifelong followers of Jesus and future leaders of the church. Interested candidates must have 3-5 years experience in student ministry. Applicants must be able to supply video of you teaching in a live environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of a vibrant, balanced Student Ministry that fosters gospel-centered transformation
• Disciple middle and high school students, encouraging them toward spiritual maturity
• Cast vision and implement an overall curriculum plan to ensure biblical depth, spiritual formation, and practical application
• Develop weekly programs, discipleship environments, retreats, camps, and mission opportunities
• Share the gospel regularly and create a culture of evangelism and outreach
• Engage directly in local schools (e.g., Magnolia ISD events) to connect with students and build community presence
• Maintain consistent communication and relationships with parents and students

Staff and Volunteer Leadership

• Supervise and collaborate with Kids Ministry and Young Adult leaders
• Recruit, train, and develop volunteers for Student Ministry and support other family ministry teams
• Lead regular trainings, leadership huddles, and spiritual formation for team members
• Develop and mentor interns for future ministry roles across all phases of family life

Parent Engagement & Support

• Provide regular communication and resources for parents of students and children
• Create an annual calendar of events for parents (training, equipping, family connection nights)
• Offer biblical counsel and care to families navigating spiritual or relational challenges
• Ensure alignment between ministry environments and home discipleship

Administration & Integration

• Develop and manage the Student Ministry budget; support other family ministry leaders in budget planning
• Coordinate with church staff for communication, calendar planning, and ministry alignment
• Participate in broader church strategy and ministry planning
• Ensure all family ministry programs operate with excellence, safety, and vision