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As of Sep 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for missionary writer in the United States is $24.29, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.51 and $27.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a missionary writer?

Missionary Writers are individuals who create written content to support and enhance the mission of religious or faith-based organizations. Their work often includes producing articles, newsletters, reports, devotionals, and promotional materials that share stories of faith, document mission activities, and inspire support from donors and congregations. They may also handle communication strategies to raise awareness about missions and engage different audiences. Missionary Writers typically have a background in writing, communications, or theology, and a passion for sharing faith-based messages.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a missionary writer?

To thrive as a Missionary Writer, you need strong writing and storytelling abilities, a deep understanding of cross-cultural communication, and ideally a background in theology or missions work. Familiarity with content management systems, digital publishing tools, and basic photo or video editing software is often required. Excellent interpersonal skills, cultural sensitivity, and adaptability help you connect with diverse audiences and sources. These skills are crucial for effectively communicating impactful stories that inspire support and engagement for missionary work.

How does a missionary writer typically collaborate with field missionaries and support teams to create impactful content?

A Missionary Writer often works closely with field missionaries, support staff, and communications teams to gather stories, updates, and testimonies from various mission locations. This collaboration usually involves conducting interviews, reviewing field reports, and sometimes traveling to mission sites to experience the work firsthand. The writer then crafts articles, newsletters, blog posts, and donor communications that accurately reflect the mission's impact while respecting the context and privacy of those involved. Regular communication and feedback loops with both the field and office teams are essential to ensure that the content is authentic, sensitive, and aligns with the organization's messaging goals.

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Infographic showing various Missionary Writer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 64% Full Time, 32% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 63% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 34% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $50,519 per year, or $24.3 per hour.

MTC Teacher | Provo, UT | Part-Time

Provo, UT

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
Religious Organizations • 10K+ employees
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Part-time

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Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints rating

8.7

Company rating: 8.7 out of 10

Based on 84 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

3rd of 18 rated religious organizations

Job description

This position is central to the missionaries' role to 'Invite others to come unto Christ by helping them receive the restored gospel through faith in Jesus Christ and His Atonement, repentance, baptism, receiving the gift of the Holy Ghost, and enduring to the end.' Teachers are an entry support level individual contributor that helps train missionaries in a variety of settings and topics. Training may include language skills, gospel doctrine/Preach My Gospel instruction, and missionary skill development. Teachers may train both junior and senior missionaries before they enter the MTC, while at the MTC and after leaving the MTC. They follow an approved curriculum and may be selected to participate in pilots and initiatives.

Missionary training centers (MTCs) help missionaries understand, live, and apply the missionary purpose as stated on page one of Preach My Gospel: A Guide to Missionary Service. Missionaries learn and teach the doctrine of Christ from the Book of Mormon. They learn how to be more effective teachers by studying and practicing the principles in Preach My Gospel. They also learn how to adjust to missionary life and how to live missionary standards. Missionaries who are assigned to learn a mission language will also begin learning this language in the MTC.

Required:
Must be a returned missionary
 Fluency in specified second language (for language teaching positions)

 Must be able to understand and communicate effectively in English to understand safety instructions, training, and team communications. Candidates must be able to successfully complete interviews and assessments fully in English with no translation services provided in order to assess English proficiency abilities 
Outstanding coaching, facilitation, and training skills and abilities 
Knowledge and understanding of Preach My Gospel
Excellent interpersonal, prioritizing, professionalism, and leadership skills  
Self-motivated and able to work well with people
Willing to receive and implement feedback
Understanding of effective language-learning strategies (for language teaching positions)
Strong communication and organizational skills
Ability to communicate (verbal and written) in English and second language (for language teaching positions; non-verbal communication for ASL teachers)
To successfully perform the essential functions of the job, there may be physical requirements which need to be met such as sitting or standing for long periods of time and using monitors/equipment.


Preferred:
MTC classroom teaching or tutoring experience 
Experience with online interactions including chat, video conference, etc. 

Reports to trainer or supervisor level in Training department.
Provides instruction, direction, counsel, and feedback to missionaries in the following training settings: one-on-one coaching, small group facilitation, large group workshops, and monitoring Canvas participation and discussion boards
Plans and prepares lessons following approved curriculum in coordination with a companion teacher (when applicable) to meet missionary's needs
Directs missionaries in planning and accounting for their learning. 
Implements direction and training from the Teacher Trainer/Supervisor, Manager of Training, and Senior Manager of Training.  
Attends weekly training meetings and participate in co-teacher meetings
Assists area leadership in coordinating with mission and Missionary Department leadership, as requested.
Reports on needs and progress of assigned tasks to leadership.
Coaches missionaries in preparation for and during practice and live lessons
May be asked to assist in assessing the proficiency level of missionaries and teacher applicants in the target language.
May take on additional responsibilities as an Actor to role-play as a non-member interested in learning about The Church of Jesus Christ
May take on additional responsibilities as a Training Area Assistant, as hours allow
May include other temporary assigned duties at the MTC (e.g. assisting with Mission Leadership Seminar)

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