Youth Minister/Director of Youth Ministry

Youth Minister/Director of Youth Ministry La Grange, IL Job Details Part-time 6 hours ago Qualifications Working with children Full Job Description First United Methodist Church of LaGrange

LAGRANGE, ILLINOIS 60525 PART TIME , HYBRID

Position Summary The Youth Minister (Director of Youth Ministry) is a salaried, part-time position responsible for coordinating all youth fellowship activities within the church, interacting with the Children's Minister, Senior Pastor, Methodist Preschool, Adult & Music Ministries, and participating in leadership for general church worship and events. The weekly time commitment is anticipated to average 20 hours per week.

Ministry Purpose:

To design and implement a series of programs and relationship-building opportunities for children & youth of the church, as well as their families, and surrounding community to explore their faith and extend Christ's reach.

Responsibilities:

Develop relationships with the church youth that develop a clear sense of context and needs of the youth in the church, foster a sense of trust and love, and create space for spiritual growth. Equip and train student leaders and adult volunteers to serve in ministry leadership both in and out of the church building. Maintain an open line of communication with parents of youth Plan and lead regular youth gatherings (5/6, Jr High & Sr High) throughout the school year, as well as a few summer opportunities for the youth to gather in fellowship. Organize and attend special activities such as events and retreats. Oversee Youth Ministry budget. Work with church staff and leaders to integrate youth into the life of the church

Supervisory Responsibility:

Nurture volunteer adult leaders to achieve program objectives Guide Youth Council through quarterly meetings to intentionally design the future of all Youth Ministry programs.

Direction Received:

Receives direction from the Senior Pastor. Receives guidance from the

Youth Council Experience Required:

Requires a love of young people and previous experience in working with youth. Degree or coursework in religious studies/seminary, education, social psychology, social work is desired.

Other Requirements:

Attend staff meetings Prepares regular reports for Youth Council, Senior Pastor, and Church Council.

Organization:

First United Methodist Church of LaGrange Contact:

Dave Cooper Phone:

7087851853

Closing Date:

06/01/2026