Director of Student Ministries

Do you love Jesus, have a heart for students, and feel called to shape the next generation in faith? Hendersonville First United Methodist Church (HFUMC) is looking for a Director of Student Ministries to lead our middle school, high school, and college-age students with energy, creativity, and care.

We’re looking for someone who:

• Loves God and loves teenagers
• Is excited to teach, mentor, and walk with students in their faith journey
• Can build strong relationships with students, families, and volunteers
• Has a passion for the local church and ideally comes from a Methodist background
• Is organized, dependable, and willing to lead and grow a ministry with strong congregational support

What you’ll be doing:

• Creating fun, meaningful weekly programming (Sunday mornings, Sunday nights, Wednesday nights, retreats, missions, trips)
• Building relationships with students and showing up in their world (schools, games, coffee chats)
• Leading a team of volunteers who care deeply about student discipleship
• Partnering with parents and church staff to help students feel known, loved, and equipped for life with Jesus

You’ll join a supportive staff team that values collaboration, prayer, and fun, alongside a core group of committed volunteers, ready to build something meaningful with your ideas and leadership.

About Us:
HFUMC is located across the street from the largest middle and high schools in Sumner County, and we’re ready to keep growing our reach. With over 300 weekly worshipers and a heart for missions, discipleship, and service, our church is a vibrant community eager to invest in young people.

Position Details:

• Full-time preferred (salaried with benefits), but part-time applicants welcome
• Salary based on experience
• Start date flexible
• Experience is a plus, but passion and calling matter more

Ready to Apply?
Please send your resume and a short video explaining why you’d be a great fit for us to communications@hfumc.org.