Teacher Staff - Kane County

Young Life•Geneva, IL

11d•$30,600 - $38,300•Onsite

About The Position

This role focuses on learning and participating in effective Young Life ministry through training and direct field experience. The position involves spiritual development, leadership development, resource development, direct ministry, and ministry support. A key aspect of this role is adhering to Young Life's Statement of Faith and Christian mission, which requires employees to profess a belief in Jesus Christ and conduct themselves in accordance with biblical standards. The role also includes participating in various training events and developing ministry skills.

Requirements

College degree.
Proven relational skills with both kids and adults.
Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Profess a belief in Jesus Christ as personal Savior and Lord.
Subscribe to the statements and policies required of all Young Life staff, including the Young Life Statement of Faith.
Be ready, willing, and able to fulfill ministry functions required by the organization.
Refrain from conduct and statements that detract from the biblical standards taught and supported by Young Life.
Abide by all policies and practices of Young Life, including those related to religious belief or ministry activities.

Nice To Haves

Participation in a Teacher Jump Start Conference is requested.
Individualized training supervised by the area director designed to develop personal spiritual maturity and enhance personal character.
Individualized program to learn and gain competency in ministry skills (e.g., The 5 C’s).
Become familiar with area strategy and ministry health as assigned by the area director.
Introduction to personal fund-raising principles, including familiarity with Basic Elements for Part-Time Staff or a fully implemented TDS program.
Individualized program designed to deal with the issues of professional educators in Young Life ministry.

Responsibilities

Develop a yearly personal growth plan that fosters a vibrant spiritual life, including prayer, solitude, retreat, reflection, and understanding God's Word.
Seek and maintain relationships and disciplines within an active church community.
Actively participate in the spiritual life of the Young Life community.
Lead teams and individuals in spiritual development.
Meet with volunteer leaders and area leadership regularly.
Recruit and train new leaders to build a leadership team that reflects the community.
Model excellence in contact work, club, Campaigners, and camping to other leaders.
Assist in training leaders, team leaders, and committee members on effective teamwork and developing yearly ministry strategies.
Raise financial support as directed and maintain good donor care practices.
Communicate ministry updates and progress to personal donor partners.
Network and develop strategic relationships with key adults in the community, such as principals, pastors, and parents.
Assist with camp fundraisers.
Actively engage in all three levels of contact work.
Lead a team to plan and conduct a Young Life club and Campaigners/discipleship ministry with excellence.
Lead a team to implement a summer and school-season camping strategy for a ministry.
Serve on a summer assignment at a Young Life camp each year.
Adhere to all Young Life policies and procedures, maintaining professionalism in office hours, dress, conduct, and time management.
Manage finances with stewardship, accountability, and transparency using mission-wide applications.
Maintain accurate information on kids, leaders, and donors for area records.
Provide clear, prompt, appropriate, and professional communication to all involved in ministry.
Set yearly strategic ministry plans and initiatives to reach every kid and review them regularly.
Perform other duties as assigned and congruent with gifts, experience, and area needs.