Student Ministry Director and Worship Leader - CrossTown Alliance

U.S. Church Ministries•Rochester, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

CrossTown Alliance is hiring a full-time Student Ministry Director and Worship Leader serving its Greece and Walworth campuses in the Greater Rochester Area, New York. The position is 40 hours per week: 30 hours for student ministry, split between the campuses, and 10 hours for worship leadership at the Walworth campus. Schedules are flexible when responsibilities are completed and approved by the relevant supervisors. The Student Ministry Director leads Roots Student Ministry for students in grades 5–12, creating a Christ-centered environment for spiritual growth and discipleship. The role includes leading youth meetings, developing curriculum, discipling students, equipping volunteers, partnering with parents, and coordinating student events. The Worship Leader plans and leads the music portion of weekly services at Walworth, working with the Campus Pastor to align songs and service orders with the sermon and support meaningful congregational worship. The role also includes worship team development, scheduling, practices, and participation in special services and events.

Requirements

Agree with CrossTown’s vision, values, and statement of beliefs.
Demonstrate a growing relationship with Jesus Christ.
Display appropriate and positive interactions with children and students.
Complete a background check and adhere to the volunteer training manual.
Take an active role in contributing to the local campus.
Be willing to perform job-related tasks assigned by the supervisor.
Be proficient in reading music and chord charts.
Be skilled in vocal leadership and playing an instrument, preferably guitar.
Have a passion for helping children and students grow in spiritual maturity.
Have strong communication skills for interacting with students, parents, and volunteers.
Have strong collaboration skills and the ability to work effectively with diverse teams.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with Pro Presenter; training will be provided.
Experience with worship technology, including sound systems, video, and lighting.
Experience using church management software such as Planning Center, or willingness to learn.
Experience in leadership, team development, training, and volunteer management.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement curriculum for weekly youth group meetings and student events.
Help manage and finalize the annual student ministry budget.
Recruit, train, equip, encourage, and support student ministry volunteers; maintain schedules and team culture.
Ensure student ministry volunteers complete background checks and safety training, and maintain related records.
Build relationships with students across both campuses and in their communities through everyday activities and contact time.
Facilitate one-on-one discipleship, small groups, and service projects; provide biblical guidance to students facing challenges.
Review and enforce safety policies, ensure proper supervision, and create a secure environment for students and volunteers.
Attend and help coordinate student events, including all-campus events, camps, retreats, and mission trips.
Review sermon summaries and select worship songs that align with the message theme.
Collaborate with the Campus Pastor to plan weekly service orders using Planning Center.
Provide chord sheets, setlists, and other preparation resources to worship team members.
Coordinate with the tech ministry on Pro Presenter and soundboard needs.
Evaluate new worship songs with the Campus Pastor for theological soundness, singability, and fit for the congregation.
Attend and lead worship at Sunday morning services.
Prepare transitions between songs using Scripture, prayer, stories, or testimony.
Participate in or lead worship at special events and services, including Easter, Christmas Eve, Together Day, and Fall Kickoff.
Conduct auditions for prospective worship team members and lead weekly practices.
Commit to and reinforce the CT worship team covenant among volunteers.
Develop and maintain rotating schedules for worship team members and tech volunteers; encourage team members’ growth and commitment.