This is a rare opportunity to step into a healthy, growing church with real momentum and help shape the next chapter of its student ministry. Vail Christian Church is thriving among young families, deeply connected to the top-ranked Vail School District, and trusted in the community. The foundation is strong with committed volunteers, established midweek environments, and a church that values discipleship — but the ministry is ready for fresh vision and forward movement. The next Student Ministry Director won’t be asked to rebuild from scratch; they’ll be empowered to innovate, lead boldly, and build something that reaches students at scale. If you’re an entrepreneurial, relational leader who wants both stability and room to run, this is the kind of environment where your leadership can truly make a lasting impact.
Core responsibilities
- Oversee spiritual direction and teaching for middle and high school students
- Serve as primary teacher part of the time and coach a volunteer teaching team
- Oversee student baptisms and shepherd students in their faith journey
- Lead Sunday and midweek student ministry environments
- Partner with the Worship Director to develop the student band
- Lead and refine the small-groups discipleship model
- Recruit, train, and empower adult leaders
- Manage budget, calendar, systems, and parent communication
- Provide basic audio/visual and sound equipment support
Minimum qualifications
- Preferred bachelor’s degree in Bible, theology, ministry, or related field
- Minimum 5 years of full-time leadership in student ministry
- Strong biblical communication skills
- Ability to recruit and support volunteers
- Self-directed, visionary leadership ability
