Youth Ministry Assistant Director: Faith & Relationships

United Methodist Church; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Christ United Methodist Church\. in Plano, TX is seeking a Youth Ministries Assistant Director to support the Director of Youth Ministries in spiritual formation and relational care for youth.

The role emphasizes building faith-centered connections with youth, parents, and volunteers, with Sunday-Thursday availability and Sunday school involvement. The candidate should have 3–5 years in youth ministry, embrace UM theology, and be capable of teaching Bible study and leading small groups, while

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of youth ministry experience required.
• Embraces United Methodist theology and teachings.
• Strong ability to build relationships with youth, parents, and volunteers.
• Affirms the ministry's vision, values, and goals.
• Experience teaching a Sunday school class and leading a Bible study group.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Take initiative to build relationships with youth and families.
• Maintain consistent communication with youth parents and volunteers.
• Collaborate with the Director to plan and execute youth programs and curricula.
• Teach Sunday school when needed and participate in Sunday night activities.
• Provide leadership at weekly youth gatherings and events.
• Participate in youth ministry staff and select trips and retreats.
• Assist in leading at least two summer mission trips annually.
• Collaborate on creative programming and new initiatives.
• Assist in planning Sunday night recreation and fellowship and promote programs via church channels.

Skills

Youth ministry experience

UMC theology

Relationship building

Vision alignment

Teaching & small groups

Independent work

Job description

Christ United Methodist Church\. in Plano, TX is seeking a Youth Ministries Assistant Director to support the Director of Youth Ministries in spiritual formation and relational care for youth.

The role emphasizes building faith-centered connections with youth, parents, and volunteers, with Sunday-Thursday availability and Sunday school involvement. The candidate should have 3–5 years in youth ministry, embrace UM theology, and be capable of teaching Bible study and leading small groups, while