New World United Methodist Church: Part-Time Director of Youth Ministries

Director of Youth Ministries Job Description (draft)

Time Commitment: part-time, 15-20 hours per week

The youth director leads and develops the church's middle and high school ministry, creating a trusting, Christ-centered environment where students can grow in faith, build relationships, and feel connected to the congregation. This role focuses on weekly ministry, volunteer leadership, and relational ministry within a 15-20-week hour week.

• Weekly youth ministry and programming (primary focus)
  • Plan and lead weekly youth gatherings (teaching, small groups, activities)
  • Coordinate Sunday morning and/or evening youth involvement
  • Access or create relevant curriculum that is aligned with Wesleyan theology and values
• Build relationships with students through consistent presence
• Follow up with new students and visitors
• Volunteer leadership
  • Recruit, train, and support adult volunteers
  • Create a healthy, trusting, and team-oriented culture
• Parent communication
  • Inform parents about events, teaching topics, and schedules
  • Be available to address questions or concerns
  • Partner with parents in students' spiritual development
• Event and outreach coordination
  • Plan periodic events (retreats, camps, service projects, hangouts)
  • Encourage outreach and invitational culture among students
• Administration
  • Manage youth calendar and attendance tracking
  • Stay within budget and coordinate with pastor and church leadership
  • Ensure that volunteers are trained and certified in Ministry Safe safety protocols, and that the training and certification are renewed every other year

• Strong personal faith and alignment with Wesleyan theology and values
• Passion for students and youth ministry
• Good communication and relational skills
• Ability to teach and lead in a group setting
• Must be Ministry Safe trained and certified
• Prior youth ministry or leadership experience preferred

• 6-8 hours: weekly prep + youth night
• 3-4 hours:
  Sunday involvement
• 4-5 hours: student/leader connections and communication
• 2-3 hours: admin + planning

(schedule includes evenings and Sundays)

• Reports directly to pastor, supported by SPRC

• Students feel known and supported, not just entertained
• Clear communication with parents and families
• Spiritual growth, not just attendance growth