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Willow Creek Community Church Inc

Students Pastor

Glenview, IL · On-site

$49K - $68K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... Students Pastor at our Willow North Shore Campus . This isn't just about weekends; it's about ... Nurture relationships outside the church walls with local student leaders and school districts to ...

Willow Creek Community Church Inc

Students Pastor

Glenview, IL · On-site

$49K - $68K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... Students Pastor at our Willow North Shore Campus . This isn't just about weekends; it's about ... Nurture relationships outside the church walls with local student leaders and school districts to ...

Willow Creek Community Church

Students Pastor

Glenview, IL

$49K - $68K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... Students Pastor at our Willow North Shore Campus . This isn't just about weekends; it's about ... Nurture relationships outside the church walls with local student leaders and school districts to ...

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As of Aug 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for student pastor in Chicago, IL is $52,831.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $42,800.00 and $63,400.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a student pastor do?

A Student Pastor is responsible for leading and mentoring middle school, high school, or college-age students within a church or ministry setting. Their duties include organizing youth programs, teaching biblical lessons, providing spiritual guidance, and supporting students through personal and faith-related challenges. They often coordinate events, retreats, and service opportunities to encourage students’ spiritual growth and community involvement.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a student pastor, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Student Pastor, you need a background in theology or ministry, experience working with youth, and often a bachelor's degree in a related field. Familiarity with church management software, social media platforms, and curriculum development tools is typically required. Strong interpersonal skills, leadership, empathy, and the ability to connect authentically with students are essential soft skills. These qualifications ensure effective spiritual guidance, program organization, and meaningful relationships that foster youth development within the church community.

What are some common challenges student pastors face when engaging with youth and how can they be addressed?

Student Pastors often encounter challenges such as building trust with students, addressing diverse backgrounds and beliefs, and maintaining engagement in a rapidly changing culture. To address these, it's important to create a safe, welcoming environment, actively listen to students’ concerns, and use relevant, relatable teaching methods. Collaboration with parents, volunteers, and church leadership also plays a crucial role in supporting students' spiritual growth and fostering a connected community.
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Students Pastor

Willow Creek Community Church Inc

Glenview, IL • On-site

$49K - $68K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 6 days ago

Job description

Job Type
Full-time
Description
Are you passionate about helping students discover God's love and realize their potential to change the world right now ? Do you believe that the next generation isn't just the church of the future, but the church of today?
Willow Creek Community Church, an egalitarian, multi-site non-denominational church across Chicagoland, is looking for an inspiring, high-capacity leader to become our Students Pastor at our Willow North Shore Campus.
This isn't just about weekends; it's about pioneering a space where 6th to 12th-grade students experience transformational faith, use their gifts, and feel safe, seen, and empowered.
What You Will Lead and Champion:
As the primary leader for Willow North Shore Students, you will be the visionary and shepherd for our entire 6th-12th grade ministry.
  • Creative Programming: Design and deliver engaging, safe, and age-appropriate experiences and messages aligned with the overall Willow mission and strategy.
  • Team Development: Recruit, train, equip, and consistently encourage a high-capacity volunteer team-you are a Talent Scout and Cheerleader.
  • Parent Partnership: Serve as the primary support and connection point for parents, helping them guide their students on their faith journey.
  • Community Presence: Nurture relationships outside the church walls with local student leaders and school districts to bring the tangible love of Jesus into the community.
  • Collaborative Vision: Work closely with the Central Next Gen team and other campus Student Pastors to align curriculum, events, and ministry best practices.

Requirements
Who You Are:
You are a Connector who is engaging and relational, and a proven Team Builder who knows how to develop leaders beneath you.You are:
  • Discipleship Minded: Focused on leading people into a deeper relationship with Jesus and being discipled yourself.
  • Collaborative: You love working with others and assume the best in your teammates.
  • Resilient: You have grit, strong problem-solving skills, and are a self-starter who runs with a project.
  • Strong Communicator: You can talk to anyone with your skills in communication and interpersonal relations.
  • Emotionally Intelligent: You are intuitive about others emotions and able to respond appropriately.
  • Experienced: You have 2+ years of leadership experience working regularly with 6th-12th grade students and a proven track record of leading and caring for teams.
The Rewards of Serving at Willow Creek
You pour your heart into ministry, and we pour into you. Our goal is for our students ministry to be thriving and growing, where creativity and innovation are encouraged, and students know they are loved by God.
Compensation & Benefits:
  • Salary Range: $49,000 - $68,000, dependent upon experience and education.
  • Comprehensive Benefits: Includes health, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, retirement savings with company match, mental health counseling reimbursement, generous paid time off, and parental leave.

If you are a compassionate Pastor, a strategic Organizer, and a passionate advocate for students who is ready to make a significant impact on the North Shore, we invite you to apply.
Salary Description
$49,000 - $68,000 annually

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