STUDENT PASTOR

THE BRIDGE CHURCH - CHINO HILLS, CA

The opportunity

The Bridge Church is seeking a seasoned Student Pastor who can build meaningful relationships, develop leaders, and create engaging environments for kids and families. This leader will play a key role in shaping the next generation ministry by fostering connection, equipping volunteers, and helping families take next steps in their faith.

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PASSIONATE

The right candidate is someone who

Loves middle and high school students and sees ministry as a long-term calling, not a stepping stone.

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VISIONARY AND PROACTIVE

Able to take initiative, create systems, and lead without waiting for direction.

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DISCIPLE MAKING

Has experience or a strong desire to mentor, coach, and develop student leaders.

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CONFIDENT AND RELATIONAL

Builds relationships with students, parents, staff, and volunteers.

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COACHABLE

Willing to learn, take feedback, and adapt quickly; open to guidance from leadership while applying it confidently in the ministry.

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TEAM ORIENTED

Invests in relationships with staff, volunteers, and students; collaborates well and contributes to a healthy, supportive culture. No silo mentality.

about the church

The Bridge Church is a growing, relational church located in Chino, California, with a strong emphasis on community, team culture, and intentional leadership development. The church values connection, collaboration, and creating environments where people feel known and cared for. The staff culture is warm, team-oriented, and highly relational, with a clear commitment to investing in both their people and their ministries.

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POSITION PROFILE

RESPONSIBILITIES

YOUTH MINISTRY

  • Design, lead, and implement weekly Bridge Jr. High and High School ministry gatherings

  • Recruit and train volunteer leaders to build meaningful-discipling relationships with students

  • Connect with students around local school campuses, recreational activities, and 1:1 meetings

  • Design and implement regular outreach events to reach local non-Christian students

  • Support and shepherd parents and students, helping them deal with issues students face

  • Develop and implement a discipleship curriculum that further grows students’ discipleship to Jesus, including a student leadership track with monthly trainings

  • Encourage the development of gifts, assimilation, and serving opportunities for students at The Bridge, particularly on Sunday mornings, at outreach events/ministries, and other gatherings

  • Communicate monthly with parents and equip them to disciple their students at home

  • Hold 2 camps (summer/winter) and various community-building activities and retreats throughout the year

  • Maintain the student ministry budget and inventory

  • Oversee fundraising opportunities for youth camps (example: fireworks booth, car wash, bake sale, etc.)

  • Work with Children’s and Family Pastor to assimilate 5/6th graders into Jr. High ministry

PREACHING

  • Preach for Sunday morning services 3-5 times a year (or as needed by the Lead Pastor)

  • Any other tasks assigned by the Lead Pastor

CHURCH-WIDE EVENTS

  • Participate and lead a designated portion of church-wide events (Trunk-or-Treat, Christmas Festival, Seek Week, etc.)

RELATIONSHIPS

  • Supervisor of YOUTH ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

  • Lead and support YOUTH MINISTRY VOLUNTEERS

  • Communicates with WORSHIP DIRECTOR for youth group worship gatherings

  • Works with CHILDREN’S AND FAMILY PASTOR to successfully transition children into youth group

  • Partners with the SPANISH PASTOR to foster inclusion and engagement of Spanish-speaking students

REQUIREMENTS

  • Minimum 5 years of leading youth ministry

  • Bachelor’s degree is preferred. Seminary and/or Bible courses are preferred

  • Active committed attendance and participation at The Bridge, including tithing

  • Accepts and supports The Bridge’s mission, vision, values, statement of faith, and staff culture values

  • A proven leader demonstrating the qualities of 1 Timothy 3:1-7 and Titus1:6-9

  • Spends personal time with God through a variety of spiritual disciplines

  • Proven capacity to identify, develop, equip and lead people for ministry

  • Excellent skills in communication, organization, and time management

  • Attends and participates in weekly staff meetings with a collaborative spirit

  • Proven relational skills with both students, parents, and volunteers

  • Microsoft Office Outlook, Excel, and Word competence

  • Works within budget, fiscally responsible, projects future needs and communicates them in advance

  • Able to organize events, programs, and structures them to achieve ministry goals

  • Able to work without a great deal of supervision until the job is finished and as a team player

  • Is a self-starter and initiator

SUPERVISION

  • Reports directly to the Lead Pastor

What’s it like to live in

chino hills, ca

Chino Hills is tucked into Southern California’s Inland Empire, offering a lifestyle that feels like the best of both worlds. You’re close to the energy of Orange County and Los Angeles—with great restaurants, coffee shops, and plenty to explore—without the constant pace and congestion of living right in the middle of it. The area is known for its rolling hills, scenic views, and well-kept neighborhoods, with plenty of parks, trails, and outdoor spaces that make it easy to get outside and enjoy the weather year-round. The community is family-oriented, welcoming, and steadily growing, attracting people who want a balanced, intentional way of life. Whether it’s a relaxed weeknight, a quick drive to the coast, or a Saturday spent exploring nearby spots, Chino Hills makes it easy to build a life that feels both full and sustainable.

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