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Sisters, OR - Area Director I

Sisters, OR

$50K - $60K/yr

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We have a strong team of leaders, committee and prayer team. Because we are a small town, our leaders are mainly adults with full time jobs. Our ideal Area Director has strong relational skills to ...

Young Life

Sisters, OR - Area Director I

Sisters, OR · On-site

$50K - $60K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

We have a strong team of leaders, committee and prayer team. Because we are a small town, our leaders are mainly adults with full time jobs. Our ideal Area Director has strong relational skills to ...

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As of Aug 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for prayer team leader in the United States is $25.73, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $24.04 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a prayer team leader?

Prayer Team Leaders are individuals who guide and coordinate a group of people dedicated to praying for the needs of others, their community, or a specific ministry. They organize prayer meetings, provide spiritual support, and often train team members in effective prayer practices. Prayer Team Leaders serve as spiritual mentors, ensuring that the team's efforts align with the values and mission of their church or organization. Their role is pivotal in fostering a supportive and faith-filled environment.

What does a Prayer Team Leader do?

A Prayer Team Leader coordinates and oversees a team responsible for providing prayer support within a faith community. They organize prayer schedules, encourage team members, and ensure that prayer requests are addressed with compassion and confidentiality. Strong communication and leadership skills are essential for this role.

How to lead a prayer team?

A Prayer Team Leader guides team members in prayer, coordinates prayer schedules, and fosters a supportive environment for spiritual growth. Effective leadership involves clear communication, active listening, and encouraging participation while maintaining a respectful and focused atmosphere. Familiarity with prayer practices and team management skills are beneficial for success in this role.

What is the difference between Prayer Team Leader vs Prayer Coordinator?

AspectPrayer Team LeaderPrayer Coordinator
CredentialsMay require spiritual or leadership trainingOften requires organizational or administrative skills
Work EnvironmentLeads prayer groups, meetings, or eventsCoordinates prayer schedules and resources
Employer & IndustryReligious organizations, churchesReligious organizations, churches

The Prayer Team Leader typically leads prayer groups and provides spiritual guidance, while the Prayer Coordinator manages schedules and resources to support prayer activities. Both roles are essential in religious settings but focus on different aspects of prayer ministry.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a prayer team leader?

To thrive as a Prayer Team Leader, you need a strong foundation in spiritual leadership, biblical knowledge, and experience in prayer ministry, often supported by theological training or church-based courses. Familiarity with church management software, communication platforms, and online meeting tools is often necessary for organizing prayer groups and coordinating activities. Compassion, active listening, and the ability to inspire and guide others are essential soft skills in this role. These skills and qualities are crucial for fostering a supportive prayer environment, building team unity, and effectively serving the spiritual needs of a congregation or community.

What challenges do prayer team leaders face when coordinating a diverse team?

Prayer Team Leaders often work with individuals from various backgrounds and spiritual experiences, which can create challenges in maintaining unity and effective communication. Balancing different prayer styles, schedules, and expectations requires strong organizational and interpersonal skills. Additionally, leaders must support their team emotionally and spiritually while ensuring that confidential concerns are handled with sensitivity. Open communication, regular training, and clear guidelines can help address these challenges and foster a cohesive, supportive team.
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Flagstaff Middle School Paid Team Leader

Young Life

Longmont, CO

$5.0K/mo

Part-time

Re-posted 29 days ago

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Company rating: 9.0 out of 10

Based on 9 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

If you are currently on Young Life staff, pleasedo not apply through this external jobs board.To apply for internal job opportunities, log in to Workday and use theJobs Hub. Applying externally may delay your application and require you to resubmit internally.

Young Life requires all employees to sign a Statement of Faith. We recommend you read this statement before applying for any position.

Because of Young Life's exclusive Christian purposes of evangelism and discipleship as set forth in its Articles of Incorporation and in these Bylaws, and to reflect what has always been and will continue to be the position of Young Life, specifically the Christian belief thateach and every employee and volunteer of the corporation should minister as a servant of God with the primary responsibility of proclaiming the gospel of Jesus Christ and, as such, is an integral part of the Christian mission and ministry of the corporation,
Young Life shall only employ individuals or enlist volunteer leaders who: (a) profess a belief in Jesus Christ as their personal Savior and Lord; and (b) subscribe to the statements and policies required of all Young Life staff, including the Young Life Statement of Faith. Therefore, employees and volunteers of Young Life, during working and nonworking hours, shall: (i) be ready, willing and able to fulfill such ministry functions as may be required by the organization; (ii) refrain from conduct and statements that detract from the biblical standards taught and supported by Young Life, and (iii) abide by all policies and practices of Young Life including, without limitation, those related to religious belief or ministry activities.

Job Specific Working Conditions:

School Connector - WyldLife (Flagstaff Middle School)

Status: Part-Time (8 hours per week)

Compensation: $20/hour (approx. 30-40 hours/month)

Fundraising Component: $5,000/year (training and support provided)

Position Overview

WyldLife is seeking a well-connected parent of a Flagstaff Middle School student to serve as a School Connector. The primary objective of this role is clear and measurable: Build a consistent weekly attendance of 20+ Flagstaff students at WyldLife club. This position focuses on relationship-building, networking, invitation, and removing barriers that prevent students from attending.

Key Responsibilities

Maintain a positive, active presence within the Flagstaff community.

Build and maintain relationships with other parents and stay informed on school activities.

Personally invite students and families to WyldLife club and follow up with new attendees.

Help distribute promotional materials and increase awareness of WyldLife.

Identify students who need rides and coordinate carpools.

Attend weekly clubs and communicate regularly with the WyldLife Director.

Qualifications

Parent or guardian of a current Flagstaff Middle School student.

Strong relational presence within the school community.

Comfortable initiating conversations and inviting others.

Organized and reliable.

Time Commitment

Estimated 8 hours per week, including school presence, parent communication, club attendance, and ride coordination. The schedule is flexible and designed to fit within a parent's existing rhythms.

4-5 hours/week spent at club

2-3 hours/week spent networking at the school and inviting

1 hour/week meeting with WL Director

What Success Looks Like

20 Flagstaff students attend the club weekly.

Increased parent awareness of WyldLife.

Consistent and functional carpool system.

Regular first-time student attendance.

Strong relational connections within the school community.

Mission StaffSummary:
Mission / AuthorityThrough both training and direct field ministry experience, learn how to lead and participate in effective Young Life ministry.
Ministry Functions:
Spiritual Development - "Following Jesus" includes prayer and spiritual disciplines, fellowship, growth and health and church relationships.
  • Develop a yearly personal growth plan that fosters a vibrant spiritual life including time for solitude, retreat, reflection, prayer and a sincere commitment to understanding God's Word.

  • Seek and maintain relationships and disciplines, in the context of active participation in a church community.

  • Actively participate in the spiritual life of the Young Life community.

  • Lead teams and individuals in spiritual development.


    • Leadership Development - "Equipping leaders, committee and staff" includes key volunteer care, recruiting, team building and training, supervision and vision casting.
  • Meet with your volunteer leaders and area leadership on a regular basis.

  • Learn to recruit and train new leaders to build a leadership team that reflects the community.

  • Model excellence in contact work, club, Campaigners and camping to other leaders.

  • Assist in training leaders, team leaders and committee how to work effectively in teams and develop a yearly ministry strategy.

    • Resource Development - "Fueling the ministry" includes events, major donor care, public relations (branding) and TDS team.
  • Raise financial support as directed and maintain good donor care practices.

  • Communicate ministry updates and progress to personal donor partners.

  • Observe and learn to network and develop strategic relationships with key adults in the community, including: principals, pastors, parents, potential committee members as assigned by the area director.

  • Assist with camp fundraisers.


    • Direct Ministry - "Proclaiming and modeling" includes contact work, club, Campaigners and camp.
  • Actively engage in all three levels of contact work.

  • Lead a team to plan and conduct a new or existing Young Life club and Campaigners/discipleship ministry with excellence.

  • Lead a team to implement a summer and school-season camping strategy for a ministry.

  • Serve on a summer assignment at a Young Life camp each year.


    • Ministry Support - "Taking care of business" includes accounting, administration, communication (internal), data management and strategic plan.
  • Adhere to all Young Life policies and procedures and maintain professionalism concerning office hours, dress, conduct and time management.

  • Manage finances with stewardship, accountability and transparency using the mission-wide applications.

  • Maintain accurate information on kids, leaders and donors for area records.

  • Provide clear, prompt, appropriate and professional communication to everyone involved in ministry.

  • Set yearly strategic ministry plan and initiatives to reach every kid; review them on a regular basis.

  • Perform other duties as assigned and congruent with gifts, experience and area needs.



    • Training:
    Missionwide Training
  • None is required.

  • RTD training events such as New Staff Training, Winter Training, Focus Conferences and Young Life University are available on a request basis with approval of the regional director.

    • Regional Training
  • There is no mission-wide regional-level training curriculum.

  • At the regional director's prerogative, certain regional training events may be required.

    • Area Training
  • Actively engage in training provided by area leadership.

  • Individualized training supervised by the area director designed to develop personal spiritual maturity and enhance personal character.

  • Individualized program to learn and gain competency in ministry skills (e.g., The 5 C's).

  • Become familiar with area strategy and ministry health as assigned by the area director.

  • Introduction to personal fund-raising principles including familiarity with Basic Elements for Part-time staff.

    • Education:
  • College degree preferred.

    • Qualifications Required for the Job:
    Proven relational skills with both kids and adults.
  • Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills.

  • Ability to maintain confidentiality.

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