Director of Youth Ministry
Job Title: Director of Children�s and Youth Ministry
Location: Wheaton, IL
Contact: Pastor David Walters
Contact Email: ------------
Job Overview:
Holy Cross Lutheran Church is a vibrant multigenerational community on the north side of Wheaton, IL. Throughout its history, Holy Cross has placed children�s and youth ministry as a key foundational block upon which it answers its call to be a loving community in the name of Christ. In recent years, this ministry has continued to grow with consistent programing and relationships created both with leaders and youth. This consistency is, in part, the result of staff members who bring forward their talents in creative and joy filled ways in the midst of their work.
Therefore, Holy Cross is seeking a full-time employee for the position of Director of Children�s and Youth Ministries. Working in a team setting with pastors and other staff, this position covers the year-round ministry supporting students at Holy Cross. As outlined in Responsibilities and Duties, this role includes weekly evening youth gatherings, weekly Sunday School, retreats, and other duties as assigned.
Expectations
� Team Planning: Serve as part of a team, actively working to foster a collegial, supportive atmosphere with other staff members, volunteers, and the congregation as a whole through creative idea generation, renewed visioning, and problem solving.
� Confidentiality: Recognize and respect the need for treating appropriate information confidentially.
� Support for Holy Cross: Assume a supportive stance toward the congregation, its mission and ethics, its leaders, and its worshiping community.
� Communication: Communicate regularly with the pastors, other staff, volunteers, and families in those ministry areas to which the position relates.
� Worship: Participate actively in the worship life of Holy Cross, actively encouraging others to do so as well.
� Relationship: Foster positive relationships, in addition to planned activities, with children, youth, and families throughout the Holy Cross community.
Core Responsibilities and Duties
� High School Ministry
o Plan and lead weekly youth group nights throughout the year
o Plan and coordinate weekly Sunday School lessons through program year
o Plan and lead annual winter retreat weekend and fall lock-in
o Plan and lead annual week-long summer event (service trip, ELCA National Youth Gathering, or retreat)
o Work in collaboration on mission and vision of youth program with pastoral staff.
� Middle School Ministry
o Plan and coordinate twice a month middle school youth group nights throughout the year
o Plan and coordinate weekly Sunday School lessons through program year
o Plan and lead annual fall retreat weekend and spring lock-in
o Work in collaboration on mission and vision of youth program with pastoral staff.
� Pre-School and Elementary School Ministry
o Plan and coordinate weekly Sunday School lessons through program year.
o Plan and lead BLAST events.
o Plan and coordinate summer camp (i.e. Vacation Bible School)
o Plan and coordinate weekly WHAT�S UP lesson.
o Support staff in ministry
Potential Additional Responsibilities
Based on strengths and talents of the candidate, additional responsibilities could include:
� Small Group Ministry Coordination
� Volunteer Coordination
� Young Adult Ministry
� Fostering Community Relationships and Outreach
� Children�s and Youth Ministry Music Programs in collaboration with staff
� Other: based on personal interest and needs of Holy Cross
Qualifications
� Youth ministry or appropriate work or volunteer experience working with youth
� Understanding of youth culture and issues facing young people
� Christian thought and spiritual reflection
� Competencies in the areas of
o Planning and organization
o Communication
o Leadership
All candidates will be subject to a background check.
Compensation
Salary will be negotiable based on education and experience with a base salary of $40,500. This position includes insurance benefits and pension.
Job Title: Director of Children�s and Youth Ministry
Location: Wheaton, IL
Contact: Pastor David Walters
Contact Email: ------------
Job Overview:
Holy Cross Lutheran Church is a vibrant multigenerational community on the north side of Wheaton, IL. Throughout its history, Holy Cross has placed children�s and youth ministry as a key foundational block upon which it answers its call to be a loving community in the name of Christ. In recent years, this ministry has continued to grow with consistent programing and relationships created both with leaders and youth. This consistency is, in part, the result of staff members who bring forward their talents in creative and joy filled ways in the midst of their work.
Therefore, Holy Cross is seeking a full-time employee for the position of Director of Children�s and Youth Ministries. Working in a team setting with pastors and other staff, this position covers the year-round ministry supporting students at Holy Cross. As outlined in Responsibilities and Duties, this role includes weekly evening youth gatherings, weekly Sunday School, retreats, and other duties as assigned.
Expectations
� Team Planning: Serve as part of a team, actively working to foster a collegial, supportive atmosphere with other staff members, volunteers, and the congregation as a whole through creative idea generation, renewed visioning, and problem solving.
� Confidentiality: Recognize and respect the need for treating appropriate information confidentially.
� Support for Holy Cross: Assume a supportive stance toward the congregation, its mission and ethics, its leaders, and its worshiping community.
� Communication: Communicate regularly with the pastors, other staff, volunteers, and families in those ministry areas to which the position relates.
� Worship: Participate actively in the worship life of Holy Cross, actively encouraging others to do so as well.
� Relationship: Foster positive relationships, in addition to planned activities, with children, youth, and families throughout the Holy Cross community.
Core Responsibilities and Duties
� High School Ministry
o Plan and lead weekly youth group nights throughout the year
o Plan and coordinate weekly Sunday School lessons through program year
o Plan and lead annual winter retreat weekend and fall lock-in
o Plan and lead annual week-long summer event (service trip, ELCA National Youth Gathering, or retreat)
o Work in collaboration on mission and vision of youth program with pastoral staff.
� Middle School Ministry
o Plan and coordinate twice a month middle school youth group nights throughout the year
o Plan and coordinate weekly Sunday School lessons through program year
o Plan and lead annual fall retreat weekend and spring lock-in
o Work in collaboration on mission and vision of youth program with pastoral staff.
� Pre-School and Elementary School Ministry
o Plan and coordinate weekly Sunday School lessons through program year.
o Plan and lead BLAST events.
o Plan and coordinate summer camp (i.e. Vacation Bible School)
o Plan and coordinate weekly WHAT�S UP lesson.
o Support staff in ministry
Potential Additional Responsibilities
Based on strengths and talents of the candidate, additional responsibilities could include:
� Small Group Ministry Coordination
� Volunteer Coordination
� Young Adult Ministry
� Fostering Community Relationships and Outreach
� Children�s and Youth Ministry Music Programs in collaboration with staff
� Other: based on personal interest and needs of Holy Cross
Qualifications
� Youth ministry or appropriate work or volunteer experience working with youth
� Understanding of youth culture and issues facing young people
� Christian thought and spiritual reflection
� Competencies in the areas of
o Planning and organization
o Communication
o Leadership
All candidates will be subject to a background check.
Compensation
Salary will be negotiable based on education and experience with a base salary of $40,500. This position includes insurance benefits and pension.