Youth Ministries Director — Flexible Schedule

North Carolina Conference of The United Methodist Church; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Calvary UMC in Nashville, TN seeks a Director of Youth Ministries to coordinate relational ministry for youth (grades 6-12+) and their families. The Associate Director works on a team to engage youth with energy, enthusiasm, and spiritual guidance.

The role requires collaboration with clergy and volunteers, strong communication, and organizational skills to plan events, retreats, and mission trips. Flexible schedule with Sunday availability and seasonal retreats.

Qualifications

• Personal and spiritual calling for service in God’s church in youth ministry.
• Familiarity with United Methodist theology.
• Some experience working with youth or demonstrated interest.
• Enthusiasm, energy, and a youth-friendly spirit.
• Excellent communication with teens, parents, and volunteers.
• Strong organizational ability to plan events and coordinate volunteers.

Responsibilities

• Join staff as an enthusiastic team member.
• Direct the big picture of youth ministry with clergy/age-level ministers.
• Oversee budgeting for Youth ministries.
• Involve youth in the life of the church.
• Be a caring, positive mentor for Calvary youth.
• Foster leadership opportunities and listen to youth input.
• Maintain connections with youth after high school and during college visits.

Skills

Youth ministry experience

United Methodist theology

Excellent communication

Highly organized

Team collaboration

Background clean

Education

Bachelor Degree

Youth Ministry Certification

Job description

Calvary UMC in Nashville, TN seeks a Director of Youth Ministries to coordinate relational ministry for youth (grades 6-12+) and their families. The Associate Director works on a team to engage youth with energy, enthusiasm, and spiritual guidance.

The role requires collaboration with clergy and volunteers, strong communication, and organizational skills to plan events, retreats, and mission trips. Flexible schedule with Sunday availability and seasonal retreats.