High School Director

CHURCH CULTURE:

La Jolla Presbyterian Church (LJPC) is a vibrant, multi-generational church located in the coastal community of La Jolla, California. We are committed to helping people love God, serve others, and change the world through a deep and growing relationship with Jesus Christ.

At LJPC, we value biblical teaching, authentic community, and spiritual formation across all stages of life. Our ministries are designed to create spaces where individuals and families can belong, grow in their faith, and be equipped to live out the Gospel in their everyday lives. From children and student ministries to young adults and beyond, we seek to provide a cohesive discipleship pathway that nurtures lifelong faith.

We are passionate about partnering with families, investing in the next generation, and fostering environments that are safe, welcoming, and Christ-centered. Our staff culture emphasizes collaboration, humility, and a shared commitment to excellence in ministry.

As a church, we are continually seeking to follow where God is leading—building strong teams, expanding our reach into the community, and developing leaders who will impact the world for Christ.

POSITION SUMMARY:

    The High School Director leads and develops all aspects of the High School Ministry (9th–12th grade) at La Jolla Presbyterian Church, creating opportunities for students, and volunteers to grow as disciples of Jesus Christ. This role provides vision, leadership, and hands-on direction through teaching, mentorship, volunteer development, and planning programs, events, retreats, and service opportunities that align with LJPC’s mission.

REQUIREMENTS (Non-negotiable qualifications needed to be considered for the role):

·        Mature Christian faith and servant-hearted leadership with integrity, humility, and a clear calling to disciple high school students.

·        Bachelor’s degree

·        3 year youth ministry experience in mid-to-large congregations, including teaching biblical principles, recruiting and leading volunteers, and engaging students in age-appropriate ways.

·        Demonstrated ability to teach Scripture with clarity and creativity, helping high school students understand and apply biblical truths to their everyday lives.

QUALIFICATIONS (Preferred attributes that enhance effectiveness):

·        Strong communication and relational skills with students, parents/guardians, staff, and volunteers, both verbally and in writing.

·        Organizational and administrative expertise, including planning events, trips, retreats, and managing multiple projects with attention to detail.

·        Creative and strategic thinker, able to develop and adapt curriculum, implement ministry vision, and see both the big picture and detailed needs of the program.

·        Technologically proficient with office software, social media, and tools for communication, engagement, and ministry management.

RESPONSIBILITIES (What is expected): 

    All essential functions must be performed safely, accurately, efficiently, effectively and within management’s standards/directives in order to meet the requirements for this position.

·        Meet with Family Ministry Team (FMT) to implement vision for ministry.

·        Lead and oversee all aspects of the High School Ministry (9^th-12^th grade), providing vision, direction, and spiritual guidance.

·        Plan, teach, and implement engaging curriculum and programs for Sunday mornings, midweek gatherings, retreats, camps, and trips.

·        Connect with students outside of programmed ministry times through ministry opportunities.

·        Recruit, train, and support volunteers, fostering a culture of teamwork, care, and discipleship.

·        Partner with parents/guardians to equip them as the primary spiritual leaders of their children and communicate regularly about ministry opportunities and events.

·        Manage ministry administration, including budgets, calendars, and logistics.

·        Collaborate with church staff and Family Ministries team to ensure alignment and integration across programs.

·        Engage students in outreach, service, and community-building activities that reflect the mission of LJPC.