Creative Arts and Worship Educator

New Life Church of Woodbury•Woodbury, MN

1d•$60,000 - $70,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Lead Worship & Creative Arts Educator is a rare, visionary role that sits at the intersection of worship ministry, artistic excellence, and Christian education. Serving both New Life Church (NLC) and New Life Academy (NLA), this person is called to be a unifying creative force — elevating what is already thriving, building bridges across departments, and creating an enduring culture where the arts become a living avenue for encountering God. This is not simply an administrative or programmatic position. It requires an accomplished artist, a passionate educator, and a servant-hearted minister who can lead with both creative vision and spiritual depth across generations.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in music, fine arts, worship arts, education, or related field preferred
You are an artist who leads, and a leader who creates. You see the arts not as a program to manage but as a sacred space to cultivate. You are energized by collaboration, inspired by students, and committed to the long game — building something that will outlast any single performance or production. You believe that creativity is an expression of the image of God, and you want to spend your career helping others discover that truth.
Demonstrated excellence as a performing artist and worship leader
Experience in music production, songwriting, and/or choral arranging
A heart for Christian education and youth discipleship
Strong collaborative and interpersonal skills; ability to work across departments and generations
Employees of New Life Church and Academy must be able to effectively integrate a gospel centered message into their day-to-day responsibilities, must be a born-again believer who exhibits the Fruit of the Spirit in their daily walk and a regular attendee and supporter of a church whose fundamental beliefs are evangelical in nature.

Nice To Haves

Experience in event production, theatrical direction, or live music coordination preferred

Responsibilities

Lead and oversee worship programming for NLA chapel services, maintaining a standard of excellence in music, creativity, and spiritual formation
Participate as a worship vocalist at NLC services 1–2 times per month
Provide leadership and vision for choir and orchestra programs, with a goal of sustaining and growing these offerings
Plan and coordinate special chapel services in partnership with NLA visit days for prospective students
Write, arrange, and produce original music for release on major streaming platforms
Lead the development and release of a New Life worship album
Compose and arrange choral music with the goal of pursuing publication
Write and perform an original song for the 2026 NLA graduation, including production of an accompanying music video
Coordinate and produce worship night concerts and live events
Launch and lead a community theatre program rooted in NLA/NLC alumni, current staff, and students
Cast and direct productions that celebrate the breadth of the New Life community across generations
Develop theatre as an ongoing ministry and community-building initiative
Develop and lead a Middle School worship arts elective, club, or summer program to cultivate the next generation of worship artists
Serve as a coach and mentor within the School of Fine Arts (SOFA), with potential to expand worship-style coaching offerings
Invest in students with a long-term vision for the health and continuity of Academy Worship
Serve as a creative collaborator across all NLA fine arts programs — music, theatre, visual arts, and beyond
Champion cohesive, unified artistic events that reflect a shared vision across departments
Build meaningful connections between past alumni, current students, and future members of the New Life community through the arts
Partner with church and school leadership to ensure the creative arts remain central to the spiritual and cultural life of New Life