Overview
Student Ministry Leader
Alton Darby
Full-Time
The Alton Darby Student Ministry Leader oversees high school ministry (grades 9–12), leads weekly student experiences, develops Difference Makers, and builds relationships with students and families. Working with campus leadership and Central Student Ministries, this leader helps students grow in their faith and take next steps in following Jesus.
Requirements
- Previous experience in student ministry and leading Difference Maker teams preferred.
- Ability to lead weekly ministry operations, organize details, follow through on commitments, and develop others.
- Strong relational, verbal, and written communication skills with students, parents, volunteers, and staff.
- Ability to work collaboratively with campus and central teams while taking ownership of assigned responsibilities.
- Good judgment, discretion, and a commitment to student safety.)
Responsibilities
- Lead Weekly Student Ministry: Plan and oversee engaging, welcoming, and organized high school gatherings that align with Cypress’s mission and vision.
- Help Students Grow Spiritually: Create opportunities for students to know God, build relationships, grow in their faith, and take next steps in following Jesus.
- Build Relationships with Students: Connect personally with students, provide pastoral care, and encourage spiritual growth.
- Recruit and Develop Difference Makers: Recruit, train, equip, schedule, and encourage adult Difference Makers while building a healthy, growing team.
- Develop Student Leaders: Identify and equip students to lead, serve, and make a difference at Cypress and in their communities.
- Connect with Parents and Guests: Communicate with families, partner with parents, and ensure personal follow-up with first-time students.
- Reach New Students: Build relationships with local schools and community partners, creating opportunities to connect students with Cypress.
- Collaborate with Campus and Central Teams: Carry out shared ministry vision, curriculum, events, and initiatives while supporting campus priorities.
- Ensure Safety and Organization: Follow student protection policies, maintain accurate ministry records, and coordinate weekly logistics and events.
- Evaluate and Strengthen Ministry: Monitor attendance, student engagement, spiritual growth, and team health while participating in staff meetings, planning, and ministry development.