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 Family Ministry Pastor and is a member of the Family Ministry team. The team works collaboratively to cross-support all areas from infants 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.
- Administers all aspects of the Middle School ProgramSunday School (recruit volunteers, supervise, and teach)
- Weekly large and small group meetings
- Plan monthly social/outreach events
- Plan quarterly service projects
- Plan occasional retreats, camping, and mission trips
- Actively disciple a core group of student leaders
- Assists with the High School Program.
- Coordinates 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)
- Assists the Family Pastor and High School Director with the transition to High School (Confirmation) class.
- 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.) daily.
- Attends staff meetings and other staff functions.
- Partners with the Family Ministries team to ensure cross-collaboration along with coordination and alignment with all PCC ministries.
- Establishes the budget and tracks the finances designated for middle school ministries.
- Coordinates joint youth activities with other churches and ministries such as Young Life as appropriate.
- Maintains the safety policy and background check requirements for all youth ministry volunteers in partnership with the Family Ministry Team.
- Actively work to ensure the safety of all persons through diligence and implementation of all policies, procedures, and rules.
- Lead/Co-Lead Small Groups, i.e. chaperone at off-site camps
- Assist in managing the Student Ministry Social Media
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 preferred (current college enrollment is acceptable).
- Minimum one year of related experience.
- 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 acres campus required, including stairs
- Must have a clean, current DMV record
- DOJ, FBI, and CACI clearance required
- Must adhere to and model PCC’s Safe Church policies
WORKWEEK
- This job is full-time with an average of 40 hours per week
- This position will be expected to work on Sundays
- This position will be expected to work when students are available which can include evenings, weekends, and some holidays.
