Job Title: Student Pastor
Location: Jacksonville, Florida
WHY THIS IS A GREAT OPPORTUNITY
Southside Methodist Church is positioned for a new chapter in student ministry. Following a long-tenured youth director whom students deeply loved, the church is ready for a leader to bring fresh energy, gospel-centered teaching, and strategic leadership to re-engage students and families.
The foundation is there—students who are hungry for connection, parents who are ready to support, and a church that values the spiritual formation of the strongest generation. With a strong budget, a flexible and supportive leadership culture, and a congregation spanning generations, this is a unique opportunity not only to maintain a ministry but to build something lasting. You’ll have room to create, lead, and shape a youth culture that invites students to know Jesus deeply, live boldly, and impact their world.
CHURCH OVERVIEW
Founded in 1950, Southside Methodist Church is a multigenerational church committed to helping people Learn, Love, and Live Jesus.
Theologically, we are aligned with the Global Methodist Church, grounded in Scripture, affirming the leadership of women, and holding to a biblical view of marriage and salvation through Christ alone.
For more about our denominational identity:
GMC Mission: To make disciples of Jesus Christ and spread scriptural holiness across the globe.
GMC Vision: Multiplying disciples who worship passionately, love extravagantly, and witness boldly.
Southside offers two Sunday worship experiences—a 9:00 a.m. contemporary service and an 11:00 a.m. traditional service—with most students attending the earlier service. The staff team is collaborative, fun, and eager to empower a new Student Pastor to lead boldly and pastorally.
COMMUNITY SNAPSHOT
Located in Jacksonville’s historic San Marco/Southside neighborhood, the church is rooted in a diverse, vibrant, and walkable area with young families, parks, restaurants, and schools nearby. The surrounding community is a mix of cultures, income levels, and educational backgrounds. Families are looking for spiritual direction. Students are searching for belonging. The opportunity to reach and disciple this generation has never been more timely or more needed.
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Student Pastor will provide vision, teaching, and relational leadership for a thriving student ministry (grades 6–12). The focus is to make disciples who Learn, Love, and Live Jesus, equipping students to follow Christ now—not just someday. The right candidate will lead a ministry that is biblical, relational, and fun, while also integrating students into the broader life of the church.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
Character & Spiritual Life:
Leadership & Relational Skills:
KEY RESULT AREAS
SUCCESS IN THE FIRST YEAR
QUALIFICATIONS
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
**Please direct all inquiries about this job to LeadStaffing who is managing the search for this position for Southside Methodist Church.