High School Coordinator/Director

About This Role

Pennington Park Church is experiencing exciting growth, both as a congregation and a Students ministry. In light of that we are seeking a passionate, driven leader to help shape the next generation of disciples. The High School Coordinator/Director will play a key role in maintaining, growing and leading a thriving, gospel-centered high school ministry (grades 9–12), working closely with the Pastor of Students and alongside our Middle School Coordinator.

This is not simply a programmatic role- it is a shepherding, leadership, and vision-driven opportunity. You will help cultivate an environment where students are known, loved, challenged, and sent. From weekly gatherings to milestone moments like graduation, you will lead a ministry that forms students into lifelong followers of Jesus.

You will oversee all aspects of the high school ministry while also contributing to the broader Students Ministry (5th–12th grade), helping ensure a cohesive and intentional discipleship pathway for every student.

Current Ministry and Team Realities

Pennington Park currently has a Students Pastor and a Middle School coordinator, who work together to oversee a growing and dynamic Students Ministry of approximately 60 5th/6th graders, 135 students (7th-12th graders), and 55 volunteer leaders. With the church having recently completed a $5.6 million building expansion project, and the Students Ministry having grown from 15-20 students in 2022 to it's present size today, it's the perfect time to join our team!

The Big Picture

You will take primary ownership of the high school ministry- dreaming, building, and executing a dynamic, engaging, and spiritually formative environment for students. Some of the things you do will be:

• Planing and lead weekly gatherings, special events, retreats, and mission opportunities
• Creating environments that are both fun and deeply rooted in Scripture
• Championing milestone moments like Senior Sunday and student “send-off” initiatives
• Developing a clear pathway that helps students transition into adult discipleship

Practically, That Mean's You'll...

1. Teach and Make Disciples: This role is deeply relational and spiritual in nature. You'll...

• Serve as the primary teaching voice for high school gatherings
• Develop a teaching calendar and raise up a team of communicators
• Invest personally in students through discipleship and relational ministry
• Build a culture where students grow in their understanding of Scripture and their relationship with Jesus

2. Build and Lead Teams: We believe in equipping the saints for ministry. So, you'll....

• Recruit, train, and develop a strong team of adult leaders
• Equip volunteers to disciple students effectively
• Foster a healthy, unified, and mission-driven leadership culture
• Provide clarity, encouragement, and ongoing development for your team

3. Partner with Parents: We believe discipleship starts at home, so you'll...

• Equip and support parents in their role as primary disciplers
• Communicate clearly and consistently with families
• Shepherd parents through challenges alongside the Pastor of Students

4. Create Systems That Support Growth: Good structures make sustainable ministries. So you'll...

• Oversee attendance tracking, follow-up, and student engagement systems
• Manage and steward the high school ministry budget
• Ensure excellence in organization, safety, and execution
• Help maintain a seamless transition from middle school to high school ministry

5. Contribute to the Bigger Vision: You’ll be part of something larger than just one ministry. You'll...

• Collaborate with the Students team to shape overall vision and strategy
• Help develop curriculum and discipleship pathways across all student environments
• Align everything you do with the mission, vision, and values of Pennington Park Church

Who You Are

We’re looking for someone who is more than capable- we’re looking for someone called.

• Spiritually Mature – You have a vibrant, growing relationship with Jesus and handle God’s Word faithfully
• Relational Leader – You connect easily with students, parents, and leaders and build trust quickly
• Gifted Communicator – You can teach Scripture clearly, engagingly, and with conviction
• Organized Executor – You can turn vision into reality and lead with excellence
• Team Builder – You love equipping others and multiplying your impact
• Humble & Driven – You lead with both confidence and a servant’s heart

What It’s Like to Serve at Pennington Park

Pennington Park Church is a growing, gospel-centered church with a deep commitment to making disciples. Our Students Ministry is marked by:

• Gospel Clarity – Everything we do is rooted in God’s Word
• Intentional Discipleship – We are building a clear pathway for students to follow Jesus for life
• Relational Ministry – Students are known, not just counted
• Excellence with Purpose – We work hard to create environments that are engaging and meaningful
• Team Culture – We genuinely enjoy serving together and believe ministry is best done in community

This is a place where you will be trusted, challenged, supported, and given real responsibility to lead.

Position Details

• Full-time, salaried position with benefits
• 40–50 hours per week
• Regular evening and weekend responsibilities

Why This Role Matters

High school is one of the most formative seasons of life. The High School Coordinator/Director has the opportunity to shape students at a critical moment- helping them move from inherited faith to owned faith, from dependence to mission.

If you’re passionate about seeing students know Jesus, grow in His Word, and be sent into the world with purpose, this is a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact.