NEXTGEN PRETEEN & MIDDLESCHOOL PASTOR

The Naz Church | NextGen Ministries – Grove City, OH

Full-Time | 40 Hours per Week

POSITION OVERVIEW

NextGen at The Naz is prayerfully seeking a full-time NextGen Preteen & Middle School Pastor to shepherd and lead our pre-teen and middle school students through dynamic programming, intentional discipleship, and meaningful outreach. This role is a key part of the NextGen leadership team and helps cultivate environments where students can encounter Jesus, grow in their faith, and engage in authentic Christian community.

The ideal candidate is a high-capacity, relational leader who empowers volunteers, embraces collaboration, and fosters a healthy ministry culture. We are seeking someone who is teachable and trainable, committed to ongoing spiritual and professional growth, and passionate about partnering with students and families in the discipleship journey.

This position requires flexibility, creativity, and strong problem-solving skills, along with consistent attention to detail. A servant-hearted approach, strong interpersonal skills, and a willingness to minister across generational lines are essential.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead and oversee pre-teen and middle school ministry environments

Create and implement engaging, Christ-centered programming and discipleship pathways

Shepherd students through relational, Spirit-led ministry

Recruit, equip, and empower volunteers to serve with excellence

Partner with parents and families in the spiritual development of students

Collaborate with the NextGen team and church staff to support the overall mission and vision of The Naz

Foster a healthy, welcoming, and growth-oriented ministry culture

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Previous ministry experience required

Willingness to pursue a Local License with the long-term goal of ordination within the Church of the Nazarene

Demonstrated ability to lead, shepherd, and disciple students and volunteers

Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills

Commitment to the mission, vision, and values of The Naz Church and NextGen Ministries

OUR CULTURE & COMMITMENT

We deeply value our staff and the Kingdom impact they make as they help others “take their next steps toward Jesus Christ, together.” Because of this calling, all staff are expected to regularly attend and become an owner at The Naz Church, fully embracing the mission and vision as their own.

HOW TO APPLY

If you feel called to invest in the next generation and advance the Kingdom through relational, Spirit-led ministry, we invite you to prayerfully consider applying.

Please submit the following to [email protected] :

Resume (including salary requirements)

Two professional written references

One-page personal testimony