Hire a Youth Pastor

Job Description

First Methodist Church Collierville
P.O. Box 875
Collierville, TN 38027
www.fmccollierville.org | email: info@fmccollierville.org
Youth Director (full time)
A. Overview
Under the leadership and supervision of the Senior Pastor, and the
collaboration and support of other staff and church laity, implement youth
ministry programs for grades 6-12 to include weekly and seasonal
activities and events, missions, studies, and trips. Collaborate across the
church staff, church laity, youth parents, and youth to build a program
that supports the spiritual and emotional growth of the students through
various methods of engagement.
B. Qualifications
1. Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent), with experience in teaching/managing
in Christian Education for grades 6-12.
2. Prior experience in a leadership role, with examples of planning and
coordinating events or activities. Knowledge in the design and selection
of appropriate curriculum.
3. Experience in the recruiting, training, leading, and encouraging of
volunteers to participate in a coordinated program.
4. Understanding of Wesleyan Methodist theology and beliefs.
Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office, social media, and
MailChimp.
5. Organizational, communication, and time management skills.
C. Responsibilities
1. Assist in the coordination, planning, promoting, and management of all
aspects of middle and high school ministries, including, but not limited to,
Sunday School, Wednesday evening programming, Confirmation, summer
camps, small groups, missions, retreats, and other special programs and
events.
First Methodist Church Collierville
P.O. Box 875
Collierville, TN 38027
www.fmccollierville.org | email: info@fmccollierville.org
2. Support the vision and goals for the youth ministry program in conjunction
with the Senior Pastor and church laity that align with the church’s mission
statement, helping promote and communicate that vision throughout the
church. Willingness to adapt and maintain flexibility and creativity as we
evolve as a new church and continue to build the foundation for the future.
3. Establish and nurture relationships with the youth and their families.
Maintain a collaborative spirit in the planning and implementation of the
youth program.
4. Track and maintain volunteers compliance to the Global Methodist Church's
"Ministry Safe" policy. 5. Collaborate in the evaluation, creation, and teaching of the overall
curriculum, ensuring volunteers have the necessary lesson plans, supplies,
facilities, and other materials. Actively teach and lead sessions. Work with
the youth volunteers in the planning and coordination of a variety of missions,
youth trips, retreats, seasonal celebrations, and other activities, while
managing registrations and budget expenses.
6. Provide leadership across all areas of the youth program to a variety of
audiences, including parents, youth, staff, volunteers, and the congregation,
through multiple channels of email, newsletter, GroupMe or similar messaging
apps, and social media.
7. Continue to recruit necessary volunteers that provide the right fit of their
individual gifts and passions, with the needs of the youth program. Oversee
weekly volunteer teams for teaching, hospitality, food, and administration.
D. Compensation and Benefits
Compensation shall be set by the church upon recommendation of the Staff
Parish Relations Committee when a call is extended by the church.

First Methodist Church Collierville

First Methodist Church Collierville was planted on the first Sunday of March 2023, with 342 people in attendance for its first service.

We are a multi-generational congregation of Jesus followers. The Holy Spirit is truly at work here as we grow together and spread the good news of Jesus Christ.

We currently meet for Worship at the Collierville Funeral Home, 3863 Bailey Station Road, while we are actively planning our future church building with a team of architects!

Our services are a blend of traditional Methodist hymns and modern worship music, incorporating our Wesleyan Methodist liturgy throughout each service. We offer Kids Church and a Nursery for families, and you’ll see all ages from infants to our wise-senior members. Come as you are.