Bay Area Church
Student Pastor Search

About the Student Pastor Role

The Student Pastor serves as the primary leader of the Student Ministry, supporting the church’s vision of saturating the 4B Area with the gospel by restoring people, families, and churches. 

They will shepherd this critical ministry by discipling junior high and high school students, equipping parents to be the primary faith trainers of the next generation, and leading the Student Ministry staff and volunteers with excellence. 

This role reports to the Discipleship Pastor and supervises the Student Ministry staff and volunteers, providing leadership and oversight to its teaching, strategic planning, ministry events, and LifeGroups.

In order to effectively execute these areas of responsibility, they will show evidence of a high degree of relational intelligence, collaborative work in teams, as well as giftedness in teaching and communication in their work history. This individual will operate with integrity, authenticity, and loyalty, so as to encourage and enrich the spiritual growth endeavors of the church, faithfully trusting Christ to use them effectively.

Student Pastor Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of weekly Student Ministry (Sunday mornings, Wednesday nights)

• Plan and execute regular events strategically aligned with BAC Vision and Values (e.g. Summer Camp, Collide, Student Missions, Purity for Life, Senior Summit, etc.)

• Create and maintain an effective and balanced strategy to reach students at BACS and public campuses

• Develop and equip student leadership teams

• Integrate Legacy Milestones 4, 5, and 6 into the regular life of Student Ministry

• Equip and resource parents to become the primary faith trainers of their students

• Consistently recruit and develop Student Ministry leadership

• Lead the Girls Minister, Student Ministry Assistant, Summer Student Interns, and any additional Student Ministry staff effectively

• Develop and maintain effective communication with parents and students using social media and other communication tools

• Engage local schools regularly, being present and participating in opportunities to connect with and impact students and staff 

• Teach students on a regular basis in large gatherings and intentional discipleship settings

• Work closely with other Generational Team members to plan and execute yearly parent training events and leadership-equipping events

What We're Looking For

Education:  

• Bachelor’s Degree required; Seminary degree preferred 

Preferred Experience:  

• At least five years of experience working with and leading in ministry to junior high and high school students

• This person must embrace their role as a partner, equipper, and encourager of parents as the primary faith trainers of their children 

• Ability to build and lead volunteer teams to expand the impact made on students and their families

• Familiarity with Legacy Milestones and passion for equipping parents to disciple their students

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to form, build, and maintain strong relationships

• Organizational and administrative skills

• Ability to develop a sustainable leadership pipeline

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