Youth Group Assistant

Westminster Theological Seminary; New York (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Redeemer Downtown is seeking a Youth Group Assistant to support middle and high school ministry. The role focuses on discipling and counseling female students, teaching middle school girls in Sunday lessons, and participating in post-service activities and retreats.

This part-time position requires Sundays 9am–2:30pm, 10 hours weekly, with opportunities to mentor students and lead youth group games and events, as part of a gospel-centered team serving New York City.

Qualifications

• Heart for God, families and youth.
• Gospel-centered heart for New York City.
• Godly character and lifestyle; integrity and good judgment.
• Experience in teaching or youth ministry.
• Punctual and responsible; engaging with students and parents.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and teach the Sunday school lesson for middle school girls and participate in high school discussions.
• Review the lesson before Sunday and prepare as needed.
• Guide volunteers during transitions and activities; attend weekly staff meetings.
• Spearhead classroom setup and breakdown for middle school girls on the 7th floor.
• Teach lessons in a gospel-centered and Biblical way; plan youth games and events.
• Attend weekend youth retreats and mentor students outside regular activities.

Skills

Teaching

Youth ministry experience

Punctual and responsible

Team player

Job description

POSITION: Youth Group Assistant

FLSA STATUS: Non-exempt

BAND: 4

DEPARTMENT: RDT Youth Ministry

REPORTS TO: Will Anderson

DATE: August 2026

HOURS WORKED: 10 hours per week (including Sundays, 9am - 2:30pm)

SALARY RANGE: $22 - 28 per hour

JOB SUMMARY:

Create a gospel-centered, loving environment for the middle and high school students of Redeemer Downtown, with a particular focus on discipling and counseling the female students. This includes teaching and engaging the middle school girls in their whole group lesson, as well as participating in post service lunches, high school discussions, combined student activities, retreats and special events.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

1. The Youth Group Assistant is responsible for preparing and teaching the Sunday school lesson to the middle school girls, as well as, participating in the high school discussions and discipleship activities.
2. Prior to Sunday, review the lesson and make necessary preparations for teaching.
3. Guide volunteers during the transitions and in activities
4. Attend weekly Staff & Volunteer meetings each Sunday at 9am in the band room.
5. Spearhead classroom set-up for middle school girls classroom on the 7th floor.
6. Teach the lessons in a gospel-centered and Biblical way.
7. Spearhead classroom breakdown & finish clean up and organization of supplies.
8. Help plan, organize and run youth group games and other activities.
9. Attend monthly high school Friday night dinners.
10. Meet up and mentor students outside of regular activities.
11. Attend weekend youth retreats (paid for additional hours these weeks).

REQUIREMENTS:

1. Must be available on Sundays from 9AM to 2:30PM.
2. Arrive on time each Sunday.
3. Attend mandatory training sessions each year to review policies & procedures and build community so the youth at Redeemer Downtown are served safely and effectively.
4. Give at least 2 weeks notice prior to being absent. If ill, please notify your supervisor as soon as possible.
5. No more than 6 absences per year (including sick days).
6. Must pass RDT’s background check and reference check.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Heart for God, families and youth.
2. Need to embrace RDT’s vision and have a gospel-oriented heart for New York City.
3. Godly character and lifestyle.
4. Experience in teaching or youth ministry.
5. Must be a team player and have character qualities such as integrity, wisdom and good judgment.
6. Must be punctual and responsible.
7. Warm and engaging personality that is welcoming to parents and children, especially those children who have difficulty engaging in social settings.
8. Musical ability in leading worship is a plus.

Whether you are seeking to pursue your purpose, spend more time with your family, invest time in your education, or enjoy your hobbies, a part-time job with Redeemer allows you time to explore all of that, and more, while earning a competitive wage and being part of an organization that is building a great city!

The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill set; experience and training; licensure, certifications, and ordination; and other organizational needs.