High School Pastor

Worship Center•Lancaster, PA

21h

About The Position

The High School Pastor leads high school students to know and love God. They oversee all aspects of programming for the high school services. This person reports to the Student Pastor. Schedule This is a full-time, exempt position requiring 40-45 hours per week. The schedule includes hours on Sundays, youth group, designated office hours during the week, and occasional flexibility for events outside of regular hours. Experience and Abilities Education: Degree in ministry or theology preferred. Experience: Must possess prior experience in leading youth-oriented programs and curriculum. Have a proven track record of positive teen interactions and have a history of good interactions with parents of teenagers. Experience in a large church setting is preferred. License/Certification: Maintain licensing through WCMN. A valid PA driver’s license. Specific Abilities: Ability to present God’s Word in a way that connects with students. Comfortable with handling various student issues and communicating possible concerns to parents. Effective team player with a cooperative attitude across various Worship Center departments. Key Responsibilities Design, lead, and implement weekly high school ministry gatherings. Present the Word of God in a clear and relevant manner for the intended audience. Recruit and train volunteer leaders to build meaningful discipleship-oriented relationships with students. Be a student ministry presence on Sunday morning, connecting with students and families. Provide pastoral care for high school students and families. Provide, plan and facilitate opportunities for students to be involved in serving at Worship Center. Plan age-appropriate activities such as camps, events, and outreach opportunities. Key Responsibilities (continued) Provide regular communication for families. Perform necessary administrative duties that support the ministry. This includes preparing the budget. Other duties as assigned. Worship Center Mission and Vision Alignment The High School Pastor leads high school students to know and love God. Foundational Requirements Have a growing relationship with Jesus Christ. Live a lifestyle that reflects Biblical standards. Be a member of Worship Center, or willing to become a member. Attend worship services regularly and participate in the life of the church family. Tithe to Worship Center. Fully embrace the WC Staff Core Values. Staff Core Values Christ Centered Living We are committed to personally knowing Jesus and leading others into a growing relationship with Him as both Savior and Lord. Biblical Obedience We are committed to growing in obedience to God’s word faithfully and wholeheartedly. Oneness in Christ We are committed to fostering unity and belonging within the body of Christ, under the lordship of Jesus Christ. Spirit-filled Compassion We are committed to being Christ’s ambassadors, loving and serving people by the power of the Holy Spirit. Generosity with Wise Stewardship We are committed to giving generously and managing resources responsibly.

Requirements

Must possess prior experience in leading youth-oriented programs and curriculum.
Have a proven track record of positive teen interactions and have a history of good interactions with parents of teenagers.
Maintain licensing through WCMN.
A valid PA driver’s license.
Ability to present God’s Word in a way that connects with students.
Comfortable with handling various student issues and communicating possible concerns to parents.
Effective team player with a cooperative attitude across various Worship Center departments.
Have a growing relationship with Jesus Christ.
Live a lifestyle that reflects Biblical standards.
Be a member of Worship Center, or willing to become a member.
Attend worship services regularly and participate in the life of the church family.
Tithe to Worship Center.
Fully embrace the WC Staff Core Values.

Nice To Haves

Degree in ministry or theology preferred.
Experience in a large church setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

Design, lead, and implement weekly high school ministry gatherings.
Present the Word of God in a clear and relevant manner for the intended audience.
Recruit and train volunteer leaders to build meaningful discipleship-oriented relationships with students.
Be a student ministry presence on Sunday morning, connecting with students and families.
Provide pastoral care for high school students and families.
Provide, plan and facilitate opportunities for students to be involved in serving at Worship Center.
Plan age-appropriate activities such as camps, events, and outreach opportunities.
Provide regular communication for families.
Perform necessary administrative duties that support the ministry. This includes preparing the budget.
Other duties as assigned.