Student Ministries Pastor; K-12

HORIZON CHURCH

Position Title: Student Ministries Pastor (K-12)

Regent Christian Academy Society serves children and families across our campus schools, online school, and early learning programs. We focus on strong academics, whole-child development, and a Christ‑centred environment where students grow in character and purpose. Our teams work hard, care deeply, and move fast to support a growing and dynamic school community.

As the spiritual heart of this community,
Horizon Church is dedicated to leading people into a growing relationship with Jesus Christ. We bring the RCAS mission to life through vibrant worship, life‑changing discipleship, and local outreach. Whether through our weekend services or mid‑week ministries, our team is committed to "caring deeply" for our congregation and "moving fast" to meet the needs of our city, creating a grace‑filled environment where everyone can discover their God‑given purpose.

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, 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.

• 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

• 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

• Refine and further develop a K-12 student ministry by building on existing strengths while implementing a more cohesive strategy and structure to advance our vision.
• Define the discipleship pathway (K-7, 8-12 → beyond graduation)
• Establish clear rhythms: weekly, seasonal, and annual ministry moments
• Would work with Pastoral and Admin team to set the spiritual direction through themes, teaching, and priorities

• 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

• Oversee chapel across RCAS campuses
• Partner with applicable Worship and Production personnel to cultivate student‑led worship environments, providing spiritual leadership while supporting technical and musical excellence.
• Align chapel culture (worship, speaking, running of service) with Horizon Church

• Build and lead a cohesive discipleship approach across Kindergarten to Grade 12.
• Establish systems for mentoring, small groups, and student‑led communities that support spiritual growth.
• Ensure clear progression:
  • K-7: foundation and understanding
  • 8-12: ownership and leadership
• Create consistent opportunities for students to engage with their faith through both structured environments (chapels, small groups) and student‑led expression (clubs, service, leadership).

• Build a culture where service and outreach are not just…