High School Pastor

HIGH SCHOOL PASTOR/DIRECTOR

ACF Church in Eagle River, Alaska is seeking a passionate, Christ-centered High School Pastor to lead our student ministry for grades 9-12. This role focuses on helping students live out the ACF Youth Culture mission: Known, Valued, Connected, and Discipled in Christ. The High School Pastor will develop meaningful relationships with students, parents, and serve team members while creating engaging environments for spiritual growth.
REPORTS TO: Discipleship Pastor
CLASSIFICATION: FULL-TIME // SALARY // PASTORAL // ON-SITE // INCLUDES WEEKEND AND EVENING HOURS // TYPICAL WORK WEEK SUNDAY-THURSDAY
WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS
ACF isn't just another church, and this isn't just another job. We're building a movement where students are known, valued, connected, and discipled into a life of purpose and mission. If you're passionate about leading high school students (grades 9-12) into deeper relationships with Jesus and authentic community, we want to hear from you.
REAL. RELATIONAL. MISSIONAL.
We're looking for a High School Pastor/Director who can create a ministry culture that is fun, spiritually engaging, and relevant to Gen Z and Gen Alpha. This leader will champion discipleship, mobilize students to live on mission. They will partner with our middle school pastor, parents, and volunteers to build a thriving student ministry.
WHAT YOU BRING
PERSONAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• A growing, personal relationship with Jesus Christ.
• Alignment with ACF's mission, values, and theological convictions.
• Relational and approachable-especially with students, parents, and volunteers.
• Emotionally intelligent, self-aware, and humble in leadership.
• Organized and proactive with ministry planning and systems.
• Uses humor and authenticity to build trust and lead well.

PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• 3+ years' experience in youth ministry.
• Bachelor's degree in ministry, theology, or related field (preferred, not required).
• Strong communicator-both on stage and one-on-one.
• Experience leading and building student gatherings, small groups, and volunteer teams.
• Familiarity with tools like Planning Center, ProPresenter, and social media.

WHAT YOU'LL DOTEACHING

• Contribute as a main teaching pastor during our weekend services for students to be discipled in the word.
• Sit on, and be a regular contributor to the Youth Culture teaching team

STUDENT MINISTRY LEADERSHIP

• Collaborate on vision and alignment with middle school pastor to move ACF Youth Culture forward in unison and under the mission of ACF Church
• Lead weekly high school gatherings that are fun, engaging, and spiritually formative.
• Build a discipleship culture through small groups, mentoring, and spiritual habits.
• Develop student leaders to serve in the church and live on mission in their world.
• Work alongside Youth Culture Administrative Assistant to create systems and process that help students take their next steps on their faith journey.

VOLUNTEER DEVELOPMENT

• Build, grow, develop, and train a top tier student ministry team
• Share ownership of student discipleship with adult leaders.

PARENT PARTNERSHIP

• Communicate regularly with parents.
• Host parent connection events and provide support for raising teens in faith.

EVENTS & OUTREACH

• Oversee retreats, mission trips (including annual Mexico mission), and local outreach.
• Create a compelling annual calendar of events that fosters growth and community.

CROSS-TEAM COLLABORATION

• Work closely with youth, worship, and communications staff to align ministries.
• Utilize systems and tools for effective planning and communication.

How to Apply
To apply, submit a resume and cover letter to office@acfak.org