PURPOSE: To lead, disciple, and empower middle school students (grades 6–8) through weekly Sunday programming and intentional weekday gatherings that help them grow in faith, community, and purpose.
REPORTS TO: Youth Coordinator POINT AUTHORITY: Youth Coordinator INPUT AUTHORITY: Youth Volunteers, Kids, Youth Director VETO AUTHORITY: Youth Director, Kids Pastor, Pastors INFO AUTHORITY: Youth Volunteers, Makers Staff, Kids, Parents
LEADING: Middle School students, Volunteers HOURS: Part-Time (4-5 hours per week expected), $22.88/hr starting pay EXPECTED PARTICIPATION: Sunday service, monthly Makers staff meeting (after church on first Sunday of the month), prep/planning meetings with Youth Director.
Hours may grow/adjust to include additional programming (monthly field trip, biweekly small group, etc.) based on Coordinator capacity/vision.
ROLES + RESPONSIBILITIES
ROLE: Middle School SUNDAY SCHOOL Teacher
RESPONSIBILITIES: The Middle School Coordinator is responsible for leading middle school ministry at Makers Church. This includes weekly Sunday programming, optional weekday discipleship opportunities, volunteer coordination, and student engagement—creating a safe, welcoming, and Christ-centered environment for middle school students to grow in their relationship with God and one another
PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT & LEADERSHIP
Under the leadership of the youth director, deliver engaging Sunday morning programming that reflects the mission and values of Makers Church.
Receive and delivery teaching materials, games, and discussions that are age-appropriate, relevant, and biblically grounded.
Provide leadership, encouragement, and support for middle school volunteers and student leaders.
Collaborate with the Youth Director and Kids Pastor to create a seamless discipleship pathway from elementary through high school.
STUDENT ENGAGEMENT & DISCIPLESHIP
Build relationships with middle school students through consistent presence, care, and mentorship.
Facilitate optional weekday gatherings such as monthly field trips, biweekly small groups, or service opportunities that foster connection and growth.
Encourage spiritual formation, prayer, and worship in all ministry activities.
PARENT & TEAM COLLABORATION
Communicate regularly with parents, providing updates, resources, and encouragement for family discipleship at home.
Participate in youth and staff meetings, sharing insights from the middle school ministry to help shape overall student programming.
Partner with the Youth Director and church leadership to align middle school ministry with the broader
