Top 24 Youth ministry Jobs in California

Youth Director
Aldersgate United Methodist Church —Tustin, CA
- $26 - $28 an hour
- Part-time
- Mid-level
- Education
- Bachelor's degree
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Co Youth/Confirmation Ministry Coordinator
Diocese of Orange —Anaheim, CA
- $25 - $35 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Public speaking
- Mid-level
- Office
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Teen Confirmation and Youth Ministry Coordinator
The Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Los Angeles (LA Catholics) —Santa Monica, CA
- Classroom
- Mid-level
- Office
Youth Ministry Coordinator
Diocese of Orange —Irvine, CA
- $20 - $24 an hour
- Part-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Office
- Children
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Youth Assistant Pastor
Chinese Baptist Church of Central Orange County —Irvine, CA
- $78,000 - $82,000 a year
- Email
- Hybrid work
- Background check
- Management
- High school
- Relocation assistance
- Health insurance
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Youth Ministry Administrative Coordinator
Emmanuel Faith Community Church Inc. —Escondido, CA
- Full-time
- Heavy lifting
- Mid-level
- Office
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Youth Minister of Youth & Young Adult Faith Formation & Evangelization
Diocese of Orange —Laguna Niguel, CA
- Weekends as needed
- Spanish
- English
- Mid-level
Youth Director/Pastor
Christ Community Church of Milpitas —Milpitas, CA
- $75,000 - $95,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Bachelor's degree
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Coordinator of Youth Ministry
Roman Catholic Bishop of San Diego —San Diego, CA
- $24 - $26 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- Bachelor's degree
Confirmation & Youth Ministry Administrative Assistant
Diocese of Orange —Orange, CA
- $17.50 - $20.00 an hour
- Part-time
- Spanish
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
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Director of Youth Ministries & Contemporary Worship
Sierra Presbyterian Church —Nevada City, CA
- From $25 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Part-Time: Youth Ministry Coordinator, Chancery
Diocese of San Jose (DSJ) —San Jose, CA
- $28.96 - $36.19 an hour
- Part-time
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- Office
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Youth Pastor
The Christian and Missionary Alliance - U.S. Church Ministries —Sloughhouse, CA
- Email
- Mid-level
- Middle school
- Leadership
Young Adults Ministry Worship Leader
THE GROVE COMMUNITY CHURCH —Riverside, CA
- Part-time
- Adults
- Mid-level
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Youth Program Assistant
The Salvation Army —Roseville, CA
- $18.73 an hour
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
Quarterly Lecturer - Graduate Program in Pastoral Ministries
Santa Clara University —Santa Clara, CA
- Part-time
- Mid-level
- University
- Presentation skills
Youth Ministry Assistant
Presbyterian Church of Novato —Novato, CA
- $25 an hour
- Part-time
- Administrative experience
- Mentoring
- Middle school
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Youth Minister
Roman Catholic Bishop of San Diego —Valley Center, CA
- $22 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Spanish
- Management
49er Leader- Discipleship Program Mentor
The Salvation Army Del Oro Division —Nevada City, CA
- $450 a year
- Management
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
Youth Ministry Coordinator
Centenary United Methodist Church —Modesto, CA
- $20 - $22 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Organizational skills
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Youth Director

Aldersgate United Methodist Church
Tustin, CA

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Job Details

Part-time
$26 - $28 an hour
1 day ago

Qualifications

Volunteer support
Teamwork
Relationship building (classroom management strategies)
Volunteer management
Experience working with high schoolers
Education
Bachelor's degree
Teaching experience with teenagers
Working with students
Youth engagement experience in pastoral work
Youth ministry
Relationship management
Volunteer coordination
Working with families
Theology
Volunteer recruitment
Project leadership
Teaching
Working with youth

Full Job Description

Division/Department: Church Programs
Location: Church Facilities
Job Title: Youth Director
Reports to: Senior Pastor
Type of position: part-time (non-exempt)
Hours: Approximately 15-20/week

General Description

The Youth Director provides leadership and oversight for Aldersgate UMC’s youth ministry for students in grades 6–12. This role develops and leads a ministry that helps young people grow in their relationship with Jesus Christ, build meaningful relationships within the church, and live out their faith in their schools, families, friendships, and communities.

The Youth Director cultivates a welcoming and relational environment where every student feels known, valued, and connected. This individual recruits, equips, and leads adult volunteers; partners with parents and families; coordinates youth programs and events; and collaborates with church staff and ministry leaders. The Youth Director models a growing Christian faith, servant leadership, integrity, and a commitment to the mission and ministry of Aldersgate UMC (www.aumctustin.org).

Essential Responsibilities

Develop and lead a comprehensive youth ministry strategy for students in grades 6–12 that aligns with the mission and vision of Aldersgate UMC.
Create meaningful opportunities for youth to grow in faith through worship, Bible study, retreats, mission experiences, service projects, and other discipleship opportunities, while introducing them to the Wesleyan understanding of Christian faith.
Build authentic relationships with youth through consistent presence, encouragement, mentoring, and spiritual support.
Foster a welcoming culture, in alignment with Aldersgate’s Inclusivity Statement, where every student feels valued, respected, connected, and included.
Maintain regular communication with parents and families and provide resources and encouragement to support faith development at home.
Recruit, develop and support a healthy and sustainable volunteer team through encouragement, coaching, appreciation, and leadership development.
Maintain youth ministry calendars, registrations, attendance records, communications, and other administrative responsibilities.
Maintain full compliance with Aldersgate UMC Safe Gatherings and all child and youth protection policies.
Develop and administer the annual youth ministry budget in collaboration with church leadership.
Work collaboratively with church staff, parents, volunteers, and other ministry leaders to integrate youth into the broader life of Aldersgate UMC.
Establish annual ministry goals and evaluate ministry effectiveness in collaboration with the Senior Pastor and church leadership.

Critical Skills & Competencies

Spiritual Leadership: Demonstrates a mature and growing relationship with Jesus Christ and models Christian character, integrity, humility, and servant leadership.
Relational Excellence: Connects naturally with middle and high school students and builds trust with youth, parents, volunteers, staff, and church members.
Youth Ministry: Understands the spiritual, relational, and developmental needs of adolescents and can create engaging environments for discipleship and belonging.
Leadership Development: Ability to recruit, equip, motivate, and develop adult volunteers and youth leaders.
Communication: Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills; comfortable teaching, leading discussions, and speaking with groups.
Organization: Strong organizational and project-management skills with the ability to manage schedules, events, budgets, registrations, and ministry logistics.
Collaboration: Works effectively with staff, parents, volunteers, and other ministry leaders.
Initiative and Creativity: Demonstrates flexibility, creativity, problem-solving, reliability, and strong follow-through.

Education & Experience Requirements

Demonstrated Christian faith and commitment to discipleship and ministry.
Experience working with youth in ministry, education, mentoring, camp, nonprofit, or related settings.
Ability to build meaningful relationships with youth and families.
Strong communication, leadership, relational, and organizational skills.
Ability to successfully complete all required background checks and safety training.
Willingness to work evenings, weekends, retreats, camps, mission trips, and special events as needed and coordinated with the Senior Pastor.
Experience recruiting and leading volunteers and planning youth ministry programs.
Bachelor’s degree in Theology, Christian Education, Youth Ministry, Education, or a related field, preferred.
Experience serving in a United Methodist or Wesleyan ministry context, preferred.

Pay: $26.00 - $28.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

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