Student Ministries Pastor; K-12

Position: Student Ministries Pastor (K-12)
Overview
This is a full-time pastoral role overseeing student ministries at Regent Christian Academy on behalf of Horizon Church. Regent Christian Academy is a ministry of Horizon Church, and so this role works across both the school and the church as one connected expression. You’ll be leading the spiritual formation of students from Kindergarten through Grade 12, helping them grow in their faith and take ownership of it as they mature.

This is a unique opportunity to step in and build something that isn’t fully formed yet. The goal is to create a clear and consistent discipleship pathway for students, where what they experience at school and at church reinforces each other.

Why This Role Matters

You will work with church and school leadership to help shape the spiritual direction of students

You will help build a strong connection between church, school, and families so students experience one consistent message

You will facilitate the development of a clear discipleship pathway from early childhood through graduation

You will invest in and support the development of student leaders who live out their faith in real ways

You will help guide students from belief to ownership to a sense of calling

Core Competencies

Build and lead a unified K–12 student ministry across the school

Establish a clear, scalable discipleship pathway across all grade levels

Integrate worship, discipleship, and missions into everyday student life

Work with Pastoral Staff and School Admin to align the spiritual life of Horizon Church and RCAS into one ministry expression

Develop leaders (staff, volunteers, students) to sustain and grow the ministry

Key Responsibilities

Implementing a more cohesive strategy and structure to advance our vision

Refine and further develop a K-12 student ministry by building on existing strengths

Define the discipleship pathway (K-7, 8-12 → beyond graduation)

Establish clear rhythms: weekly, seasonal, and annual ministry moments

Set spiritual direction through themes, teaching, environments, providing spiritual leadership while supporting technical aspects

Lead People (Multiply Leaders):
Recruit, develop, and lead volunteers, staff, and student leaders

Build leadership structures that allow ministry to scale

Invest in raising student leaders, not just participants

Shape Worship & Chapel Culture:
Oversee chapel across RCAS campuses

Partner with applicable Worship and Production personnel to cultivate student-led worship and musical excellence

Align chapel culture (worship, speaking, running of service) with Horizon Church spiritual growth

Drive Discipleship (K-12):
Build and lead a cohesive discipleship approach across Kindergarten to Grade 12

Establish systems for mentoring, small groups, and student-led communities that support progression

Create opportunities for students to engage with their faith through both structured environments and student-led expression

Lead Missions & Outreach (Core Pillar):
Build a culture where service and outreach are normal

Design and execute a K-12 missions strategy, including local outreach and church-integrated service initiatives

Partner with Horizon Church on RCA local and global missions

Develop student leadership in missions

Integrate Church & School:
Act as the primary link between Horizon Church and Regent Christian Academy

Encourage and facilitate student connection into weekend and midweek church life

Support smooth transitions between age groups and environments (kids → youth → young adult)

Reporting Structure

Reports jointly to designated leadership from Horizon Church and RCAS

Works closely with church pastors, school principals, and leadership teams

Success Looks Like

A clear and effective K-12 discipleship pathway with age-appropriate opportunities for students to grow and take next steps in their faith

Strong student engagement in both school and church environments

High participation in worship, small groups, student-led clubs, and mission opportunities

Students increasingly stepping into leadership, mentorship, and ownership of their faith

A visible and connected ministry across Horizon Church and Regent Christian Academy

A culture where faith is actively lived out in everyday student life

Who You Are

You have a strong, growing relationship with Jesus and a clear pastoral calling

You're a builder

You don t wait for structure, you create it

You can think strategically and execute practically

You're relational and can connect with both kids and teenagers

You develop leaders and enjoy seeing others grow

You're comfortable leading in both church and school environments

You align with the vision and values of Horizon Church and RCAS

Target Start Date
Immediate

Headcount
1

Job Status
Onsite

Job Type
Full Time

Work Location
Sullivan and Cloverdale

Compensation & Benefits

Pay: CA $50,000 – 90,000

Benefits:
Extended Health & Dental

Pension plan available upon eligibility

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