Overview:The Student Ministry Associate supports the student pastors in running the ministry by assisting and leading various student programs, events, and activities. This role involves working closely with volunteers, students, and their families to foster a supportive and engaging ministry environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Ministry Support:

• Assist and lead in student programming, including Connect Groups, events, trips, leadership development, teaching, preaching, outreach, and aligning with the ministry's vision and mission.

Volunteer Management:

• Initiate recruiting and onboarding new volunteers.
• Assist in recruiting, developing, and training volunteers for various roles, including Connect Group teachers, camp volunteers, small group leaders, and other positions.

Teaching and School Support:

• Assist in curriculum development, planning, and teaching for Wednesday mid-week worship gatherings and Sunday Connect Groups.
• Be willing to speak at local FCAs and chapels when available.
• Attend school and community events to support youth involvement.

Event Coordination:

• Help brainstorm and execute both major and minor events.
• Plan and oversee events as assigned to ensure they run smoothly and uphold our ministry values.

Relationship Building:

• Build healthy discipleship relationships with students.
• Partner with families by helping them be the primary discipler of their homes.
• Communicate and engage effectively with parents of students.

Design and Communication:

• Create graphics and social media posts using Canva or other design programs.
• Exhibit strong writing skills for various communication needs.
• Use G-Suite proficiently for various administrative tasks.

Qualifications:

• Passion for working with students and fostering their spiritual growth.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to speak in front of large groups.
• Proficiency in design programs such as Canva.
• Familiarity with engaging students on social media platforms.
• Familiarity with G-Suite applications.

Sherwood Leadership Qualifications:

• You are spending time with God daily through prayer and time in the Bible.
• You have given Christian friends the right to speak into your life. There is some level of mature Christian accountability around you.
• You support the vision, mission, values, and leadership of Sherwood.
• You are currently not aware of anything in your life (that our pastoral team should know about) that would hinder you from effectively leading others.
• Affirm the Views and Beliefs of Sherwood Baptist Church (https://sherwoodbaptist.net/viewsbeliefs/)
• You will pray for people in your group or those you serve.
• You are open to a greater level of accountability.
• You will take the initiative to communicate with the leadership of Sherwood (sharing concerns, needs, hopes, and information as needed).