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Youth Program Coordinator (Middle School)

Onalaska, Wisconsin, United States of America
Full Time


Reports to: Youth Pastor and Youth Program Director

Supervises: None

Full-Time: 40 hours/week

Church Size: 2500-3000

POSITION SUMMARY

Assist the Youth Pastor and Youth Program Director in planning and executing high-quality programming and events for middle and high school students. Support both roles by preparing, organizing, and setting up materials and activities. Maintain flexibility and a positive attitude while serving and leading staff, volunteers, and students.


PERSONAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Growing and vibrant relationship with Jesus.
  • Godly marriage and family (if applicable).
  • Contributes to the spirit of unity among the staff and congregation.
  • Fully supportive of First Free Church’s Mission, Vision, and Values.
  • Willingness to submit to church leadership and authority.
  • A sincere desire to see youth grow in their knowledge and love of God.
  • A servant's heart.
  • A teachable attitude with a spirit of joy and helpfulness.
  • Demonstrates strong communication skills.


PERSONAL QUALIFICATIONS

Biblical Teaching: Ability to teach biblically grounded, theologically sound, and age-appropriate messages.

Communication Skills: Dynamically communicate information and ideas clearly verbally, in writing, and in large group settings. Maintain professionalism.

Social Awareness: Ability to read and respond to group dynamics. Demonstrate emotional intelligence and ability to navigate social dynamics. Provide energy and structure to programming through verbal and nonverbal communication.

Teamwork: Collaborate with co-workers. Express a willingness to meet team needs with a servant heart.

Office Technology: Work with computer-based tools: Google Suite, Canva, MS Word, Excel, and email. Learn our church database system.

High Integrity: Respect the privacy of volunteers and students when working with confidential information.


PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

  1. Attend all Youth Programming and Youth Events.
  2. Support the Youth Pastor and Youth Program Director in preparing and facilitating Youth Programming, Youth Events, and Special Projects as needed.
  3. Assist with setting up and cleaning up for weekly Youth Programming and Youth Events. Repeatedly lift and move items weighing up to 50 lbs.
  4. Assist in the creation of youth games for weekly Youth Programming.
  5. Teach Biblically grounded, accessible, and applicable messages to youth as needed.
  6. Pursue continual growth in understanding the Bible.
  7. Attend bi-weekly meetings with the Youth Pastor.
  8. Attend bi-weekly meetings with the Youth Program Director.
  9. Attend Staff Meetings and Events.

A cover letter is required as part of the application process. This letter should describe your interest in the role and how your experience aligns with our mission. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.

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First Evangelical Free Church (First Free Church)

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First Free Church is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law. For certain positions, religious affiliation may be required consistent with federal law that permits religious organizations to employ individuals of a particular religion in carrying out their activities.

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PURPOSE, MISSION, AND VISION ALIGNMEMT

OUR PURPOSE: To glorify God by making disciples of Jesus who remain faithful in every generation.

OUR MISSION: To proclaim God’s Word faithfully and equip believers to continue the work of Jesus.

OUR VISION: To be a church prepared to stand firm in Christ in the midst of increasing darkness.

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