Junior High Ministry Associate

Wooddale Church•Eden Prairie, MN

8d•$41,000 - $48,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Wooddale Church is seeking a passionate individual to serve as a Junior High Ministry Associate. This role involves investing in junior high students and their families through relationship-building, teaching, mentoring, discipleship, and ministry leadership. The associate will work alongside an experienced ministry leader, receiving guidance and opportunities for professional and spiritual growth. This position is integral to a thriving ministry serving over 200 students and partnering with over 50 volunteer leaders. The ideal candidate enjoys connecting with students, creating engaging experiences, and encouraging their faith development.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree (or anticipated graduation within one year)
Active in a ministry mentoring relationship
Good communication and interpersonal skills; a love of people and commitment to ministry as service to God and the Wooddale family
Ability to relate to junior high students and families
Subscribe to and affirm the Statement of Faith and Covenant of Wooddale Church
Evidence of a commitment to Wooddale Church’s Purpose Statement of Honoring God by making more disciples for Jesus Christ
Be a regular participant in public worship at Wooddale Church
Remain a member in good standing of Wooddale Church

Nice To Haves

Training, education, or degree that provides experience in student ministry strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Serve as a key contributor to the development and implementation of the vision, strategy, and direction of Wooddale’s Junior High Ministry in partnership with the Junior High Pastor.
Strategic planner, coordinator and leader of student ministry events as assigned.
Establish relationships with students and parents by pastoring them through counseling and spiritual conversations.
Lead ministry camps, retreats, and activities including Bible teaching and preaching to shepherd students in their spiritual journey with Christ.
Initiate active involvement in relational student discipleship by attending student-focused events, outside of regular ministry times (e.g. extra-curricular events, etc.).
Equip and train volunteer leaders for student ministry by ensuring they understand the mission and vision of Wooddale and Junior High Ministry.
Attend training sessions and gatherings with other youth workers.
Help coordinate and manage Junior High social media platforms.
Communicate and engage with students and families through various forms of media (social, print, video etc.).
Provide leadership and direction of summer missions trips.
Assist with content and teachings for weekly programs and AUG doctrinal class.
Serve communion and baptize students in Sunday worship services.
Facilitate baptism and staff interviews.
Attend weekly ministry planning meetings, training sessions and Student Ministries Team activities.