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Pccsacc

Student Ministry Middle School Director

Pccsacc, Redwood City, California, United States, 94061


Student Ministry Middle School Director

Redwood City, CA - Church Campus Future Opening: Student Ministry Middle School Director

Peninsula Covenant Church (PCC) is a vibrant and forward-thinking church in Redwood City, dedicated to creating disciples. PCC is comprised of both traditional and community-based ministries including Worship, Adult, Youth, Children, Missions (local and international), School-Aged Child Care, Preschool, PE+, and our Community Center. With over 180 employees, PCC actively fosters a culture of collaboration, personal growth, and fun across all teams. Staff are expected to share the church’s vision and adhere to our staff values:

Seeking Jesus First; Being Humble; Having Hard Conversations; Staying Hungry; Extending Grace; and Prioritizing Team. VISION OF PCC To empower generations to passionately follow Jesus one person at a time. VISION OF STUDENT MINISTRIES This ministry exists to help kids (5th-8th grade) encounter Christ and follow Him. Specifically helping them learn to gather in worship, grow in community, give of their talents, and to go to reach their friends for Christ. PRINCIPLE WORKING RELATIONSHIP This position works directly with students in grades 5th through 8th, their families, and volunteers. The position reports to the Lead Pastor and is a member of the Student Ministry team. The team works collaboratively to cross-support all areas from middle through high school. PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Actively engages in discipleship and mentorship of Middle School students. Provides oversight, leadership, and ensures the ongoing effectiveness of Middle School students and programs. Serves to support and resource parents as they fulfill their responsibility as the primary spiritual influence of their children in partnership with the Pastor of Families. Directs all aspects of the Middle School Program (EPIC)

Sunday School (recruit volunteers, supervise, and teach) Weekly large and small group meetings Lead monthly social/outreach events Lead quarterly service projects Lead occasional retreats, camping, and mission trips Actively disciple a core group of student leaders

Collaborates with the High School Program. Facilitates consistent communication with students, parents, volunteers, church staff, and the broader congregation, including social media engagement. Recruits and trains adult volunteers for ministry. Plans and organizes two trips/retreats per year (Fall and Summer) Establishes relationships with families and parents of youth involved in ministry programs to assist in resourcing and equipping parents as primary disciples, and develops a Parental Advisory Group to assist with vision and direction. Proactively pursues students (both connected and yet to connect with PCC) in life events and mentoring opportunities outside specific church programs (attending school activities, family events, breakfast/coffee, etc.). Partners with other PCC ministries to ensure cross-collaboration and alignment with PCC’s overall vision. Establishes and maintains the budget for middle school ministries. Coordinates joint youth activities with other churches and ministries such as Young Life as appropriate. Ensures the safety of all students by enforcing PCC’s safe church policies and procedures including but not limited to background checks and driving clearances for all volunteers. SKILLS AND CORE COMPETENCIES PROFILE A faithful follower of Jesus. Demonstrates evidence of a Christ-like attitude in words and actions. Adheres to PCC staff values and theology of the Evangelical Covenant Church. Self-starting—able to work independently as a leader with a willingness to be led. Team-oriented: able to work with staff, volunteers, parents, and student leadership team. Competent computer and time management skills. Understanding of the stages of pre-teen & teen development. Can enjoy the complexity of student ministry. Has a heart and passion for children of all ages and demonstrates patience in working with them. Outgoing with effective communication and interpersonal skills. Assist in championing the vision and values of Student Ministry throughout the church. Has a burning desire to share the Gospel and see students take one step closer to Jesus. Understands and can effectively minister in the Bay Area where less than 3% of the Peninsula is aware of a Christian worldview. Ability to lead small groups. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE Bachelor’s degree or greater required Pastoral Ordination or Licensure track strongly encouraged. Minimum two years of related experience. Demonstrable experience in visionary leadership, strategic planning and effective execution. Ability to lead worship is preferred but not required. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Must be able to interact and engage with school-aged youth Must be able to lift, transport, and set up equipment up to 30 pounds Extensive walking on 14 acre campus required, including stairs, during all weather conditions Must have a clean, current DMV record DOJ, FBI, and CACI clearance required Must adhere to and model PCC’s Safe Church policies WORKWEEK Full-time with an average of 40 hours per week Expected to work on Sundays Expected to work when students are available which can include evenings, weekends, and some holidays. Compensation:

$70,000.00 per year Peninsula Covenant Church is committed to the principles of equal employment. We are committed to complying with all federal, state, and local laws providing equal employment opportunities, and all other employment laws and regulations. It is our intent to maintain a work environment that is free of harassment, discrimination, or retaliation based on an individual's race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, age, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws. PCC, as a legally recognized religious organization, can and may prefer applicants based on religion and related values in order to hire staff members who agree with and live out the church's beliefs.

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