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As of Jul 26, 2026, the average yearly pay for student ministries director in the United States is $83,534.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $62,500.00 and $99,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Student Ministries Director is a church staff member responsible for overseeing programs and activities for middle and high school students. They plan and lead youth group meetings, organize events, and support students' spiritual growth. The role often includes mentoring students, training volunteers, and collaborating with parents and church leadership. Their goal is to help young people connect with their faith, build community, and develop leadership skills within a safe and supportive environment.

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To thrive as a Student Ministries Director, you need a solid background in youth ministry, biblical knowledge, leadership, and often a relevant degree in theology or ministry. Familiarity with church management software, social media platforms, and event planning tools is typically required. Strong soft skills in mentorship, communication, and conflict resolution help build trust and foster relationships with students and volunteers. These skills are essential for creating engaging, supportive environments that nurture spiritual growth and community involvement among youth.

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One common challenge for a Student Ministries Director is balancing the diverse needs and interests of students across different age groups while fostering a sense of community. Additionally, recruiting, training, and retaining committed volunteers can be difficult, especially as volunteer availability may fluctuate. Effective communication and adaptability are crucial for addressing these challenges and ensuring that programs remain relevant and impactful. Regular collaboration with church leadership and parents also helps maintain alignment with the overall mission and ensures ongoing support.
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Director of Student Ministries - Beartown Road Alliance (Corning, NY)

The Christian and Missionary Alliance - U.S. Church Ministries

Corning, NY • On-site

Full-time

Posted 13 days ago

Job description

DIRECTOR OF STUDENT MINISTRIES
Beartown Road Alliance Church
Corning, New York, United States
beartownroad.org
Full-time salary & housing on the church campus provided
Our Mission is to help each other take our next steps towards Jesus. We do this by emphasizing three steps:
Worship on a Sunday, Connect in a small group, and Serve on a Ministry Team
We are a church of approximately 700 attenders, 70 of whom are students grades 6-12. We currently have 19 adult volunteers investing in our students on Wednesday evenings and throughout the week. We are excited to hire a full-time student ministries director who can equip our church to disciple our young people to know Jesus and share their faith.
Job Description
• Build a team of adults to primarily disciple middle school and high school students
• Equip students to take their next steps towards Jesus
Qualifications
• Affirmation of our statement of faith
• Highly extraverted personality, dynamic up-front skills, and lots of energy to spend time with students and adult volunteers
• Spiritual gifts of leadership and preaching/teaching
Specific Duties
• Recruit and train a ministry team of adult volunteers
• Lead a weekly program for middle school and high school students, potentially on separate evenings
• Oversee periodic youth ministry events, conferences, missions trips, and retreats
• Teach at the 9:00 am "Level-Up" 4th-6th grade ministry on Sunday mornings
• Attend sporting events, musicals, and other student activities at the local schools
• Oversee the annual budget for student ministries
• Communicate and connect with the parents of middle school and high school students
Please submit a resume and cover letter to our lead pastor: davebretch@beartownroad.org

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