Director of Youth Ministries

First United Methodist Church Elon

www.elonfumc.org 

1630 Westbrook Avenue Elon, North Carolina 27244-0923

JOB TITLE:  Director of Youth Ministries (Part time contract position)

REPORTS TO:  Lead Pastor

OBJECTIVE / PURPOSE  

The Director of Youth Ministries works in concert with Lead Pastor, SPRC, Youth Council, ministry teams, and laity to make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world.

Serves as Youth Ministries Leader:

Embody, articulate and faithfully teach United Methodist theology and doctrine. 
Develops and implements with laity and youth a well-rounded Youth Ministry (Discipleship, Mission, Nurture, Stewardship, Worship, and Leadership).
Expected Activities include Bible Study, Pilgrimage, Mission Trip and Fun Activities
Plans and leads UMYF meetings throughout the school year and is present Sunday morning. 
Coordinate with Youth Council (adult and youth) to grow youth as faithful disciples. 
Works with the Lead Pastor to coordinate and implement confirmation.
Equips youth to interpret biblical texts and put them into practice in their lives.
Equips youth to be active participants and leaders in worship.
Develops relationships of trust and care with youth and their families. 

Serves with Lead Pastor:

Occasionally, participates in Worship leadership 
Assists in the planning and implementation of intergenerational ministries. 
Assists, as the Lead Pastor directs, to meet the spiritual and relational needs of youth and their families.

Professional and Personal Development

When appropriate continuing education 
Connects with a fellowship of professionals in student and/or education ministries.
Email a weekly ministry summary to Lead Pastor and members of SPRC 
Be available to attend SPRC when requested, providing past programming and plans.

Other

Under guidance of the Lead Pastor, communicate in various formats to congregation.
To include but not limited to phone calls, emails, social media, monthly newsletter, bulletin announcements, and face to face.

In all of the above, adhere to the Safe Sanctuary Policy of First UMC at Elon.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Education:  Preferred bachelor degree

Experience:  Preferred working in the areas of youth ministry. 

Specialized Training/Skills: Proficient in Microsoft office and social media  

Background Check: Required. 

References: 2 Professional 

Location: Onsite