NEXTGEN PreTeen & Middle School 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 jobs@thenaz.church:

  • Resume (including salary requirements)

  • Two professional written references

  • One-page personal testimony

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