Youth Minister/Director of Youth Ministry

First United Methodist Church of LaGrange

LaGrange, Illinois 60525

Part Time , Hybrid

Position Summary

The Youth Minister (Director of Youth Ministry) is a salaried, part-time position responsible for coordinating all youth fellowship activities within the church, interacting with the Children’s Minister, Senior Pastor, Methodist Preschool, Adult & Music Ministries, and participating in leadership for general church worship and events. The weekly time commitment is anticipated to average 20 hours per week.

Ministry Purpose:

To design and implement a series of programs and relationship-building opportunities for children & youth of the church, as well as their families, and surrounding community to explore their faith and extend Christ’s reach.

Responsibilities:

• Develop relationships with the church youth that develop a clear sense of context and needs of the youth in the church, foster a sense of trust and love, and create space for spiritual growth.
• Equip and train student leaders and adult volunteers to serve in ministry leadership both in and out of the church building.
• Maintain an open line of communication with parents of youth
• Plan and lead regular youth gatherings (5/6, Jr High & Sr High) throughout the school year, as well as a few summer opportunities for the youth to gather in fellowship.
• Organize and attend special activities such as events and retreats. ● Oversee Youth Ministry budget. ● Work with church staff and leaders to integrate youth into the life of the church Supervisory Responsibility:
  • Nurture volunteer adult leaders to achieve program objectives
  • Guide Youth Council through quarterly meetings to intentionally design the future of all Youth Ministry programs.

Direction Received:

• Receives direction from the Senior Pastor.
• Receives guidance from the Youth Council Experience

Required:

• Requires a love of young people and previous experience in working with youth.
• Degree or coursework in religious studies/seminary, education, social psychology, social work is desired.

Other Requirements:

• Attend staff meetings
• Prepares regular reports for Youth Council, Senior Pastor, and Church Council.

Organization: First United Methodist Church of LaGrange

Contact: Dave Cooper

Phone: 7087851853

Closing Date: 06/01/2026