Youth Group Assistant

At Redeemer Downtown, you’ll join an energetic and hard-working team that strives to cultivate a community experiencing renewal by the Gospel, raising up generations of disciples, and living for Jesus in New York City.

About the role

Create a gospel-centered, loving environment for the middle and high school students of Redeemer Downtown, with a particular focus on discipling and counseling the female students. This includes teaching and engaging the middle school girls in their whole group lesson, as well as participating in post-service lunches, high school discussions, combined student activities, retreats, and special events.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and teach the Sunday school lesson to the middle school girls, as well as participate in high school discussions and discipleship activities.
• Prior to Sunday, review the lesson and make necessary preparations for teaching.
• Guide volunteers during transitions and activities.
• Attend weekly Staff & Volunteer meetings each Sunday at 9am in the band room.
• Spearhead classroom set-up for the middle school girls classroom on the 7th floor.
• Teach the lessons in a gospel-centered and Biblical way.
• Spearhead classroom breakdown, clean up, and organization of supplies.
• Help plan, organize, and run youth group games and other activities.
• Attend monthly high school Friday night dinners.
• Meet up and mentor students outside of regular activities.
• Attend weekend youth retreats (paid for additional hours these weeks).

Requirements

• Must be available on Sundays from 9AM to 2:30PM.
• Arrive on time each Sunday.
• Attend mandatory training sessions each year to review policies & procedures and build community so the youth at Redeemer Downtown are served safely and effectively.
• Give at least 2 weeks notice prior to being absent. If ill, notify your supervisor as soon as possible.
• No more than 6 absences per year (including sick days).
• Must pass RDT’s background check and reference check.

Qualifications

• Heart for God, families, and youth.
• Embrace RDT’s vision and have a gospel-oriented heart for New York City.
• Godly character and lifestyle.
• Experience in teaching or youth ministry.
• Must be a team player with character qualities such as integrity, wisdom, and good judgment.
• Punctual and responsible.
• Warm and engaging personality that is welcoming to parents and children, especially those who have difficulty engaging in social settings.
• Musical ability in leading worship is a plus.

Pay

Salary range: $22 - 28 per hour. The wage range for this role takes into account a wide range of factors including skill set, experience, training, and other organizational needs.

Schedule

10 hours per week (including Sundays, 9am - 2:30pm).