HORIZON CHURCH

Position Title: Student Ministries

Pastor (K-12)

Regent Christian Academy Society serves children and families across our campus schools, online

school, and early learning programs. We focus on strong academics, whole-child

development, and a Christ-centred environment where students grow in character

and purpose. Our teams work hard, care deeply, and move fast to support a

growing and dynamic school community.

As the spiritual heart of this

community, Horizon Church is dedicated to leading people into a growing

relationship with Jesus Christ. We bring the RCAS mission to life through

vibrant worship, life-changing discipleship, and local outreach. Whether

through our weekend services or mid-week ministries, our team is committed to

"caring deeply" for our congregation and "moving fast" to

meet the needs of our city, creating a grace-filled environment where everyone

can discover their God-given purpose.

Overview: This is

a full-time pastoral role overseeing student ministries at Regent Christian

Academy on behalf of Horizon Church. Regent Christian Academy is a ministry of

Horizon, and so this role works across both the school and the church as one

connected expression. You’ll be leading the spiritual formation of students

from Kindergarten through Grade 12, helping them grow in their faith and take

ownership of it as they mature. This is a unique opportunity to step in and

build something that isn’t fully formed yet. The goal is to create a clear and

consistent discipleship pathway for students, where what they experience at

school and at church reinforces each other.

Why This Role Matter

• You will work with church and school leadership to

  help shape the spiritual direction of students

• You will help build a strong connection between

  church, school, and families so students experience one consistent message

• You will facilitate the development of a clear

  discipleship pathway from early childhood through graduation

• You will invest in and support the development of

  student leaders who live out their faith in real ways

• You will help guide students from belief to ownership

  to a sense of calling

Core Competencies

• Build and lead a unified K–12 student ministry across the school

• Establish a clear, scalable discipleship pathway

  across all grade levels

• Integrate worship, discipleship, and missions into

  everyday student life

• Work with Pastoral Staff and School Admin to align the

  spiritual life of Horizon Church and RCAS into one ministry expression

• Develop leaders (staff, volunteers, students) to

  sustain and grow the ministry

Key Responsibilities

1.

Build the Ministry (Strategy & Systems)

• Refine and further develop

  a K-12 student ministry by building on existing strengths while

  implementing a more cohesive strategy and structure to advance our vision.

• Define the discipleship

  pathway (K-7, 8-12 beyond graduation)

• Establish clear rhythms:

  weekly, seasonal, and annual ministry moments

• Would work with Pastoral

  and Admin team to set the spiritual direction through themes, teaching,

  and priorities

2. Lead

People (Multiply Leaders)

• Recruit, develop, and lead

  volunteers, staff, and student leaders

• Build leadership

  structures that allow ministry to scale

• Invest in raising student

  leaders, not just participants

3.

Shape Worship & Chapel Culture

• Oversee chapel across RCAS

  campuses

• Partner with applicable

  Worship and Production personnel to cultivate student-led worship

  environments, providing spiritual leadership while supporting technical

  and musical excellence.

• Align chapel culture

  (worship, speaking, running of service) with Horizon Church

4.

Drive Discipleship (K-12)

• Build and lead a cohesive

  discipleship approach across Kindergarten to Grade 12.

• Establish systems for

  mentoring, small groups, and student-led communities that support

  spiritual growth.

• Ensure clear progression:

• • K-7: foundation and

    understanding

  • 8-12: ownership and

    leadership

• Create consistent

  opportunities for students to engage with their faith through both

  structured environments (e.g., chapels, small groups) and student-led

  expression (e.g., clubs, service, leadership).

5. Lead

Missions & Outreach (Core Pillar)

• Build a culture where

  service and outreach are not just occasional, but normal

• Design and execute a K-12

  missions strategy:

• • Local outreach and

    service days

  • Church-integrated service

    initiatives

  • Work with Missions

    Coordinator and Horizon Church Missions Pastor to build and improve upon

    the existing short-term missions framework

  • Partner with Horizon

    Church on RCA local and global missions

  • Develop student

    leadership in missions

6.

Integrate Church & School

• Serve as the primary link

  between Horizon Church and Regent Christian Academy, helping students move

  from school-based faith experiences into meaningful involvement in their

  local church.

• Actively encourage and

  facilitate student connection into weekend and midweek church life.

• Support smooth and

  intentional transitions between age groups and environments (kids youth

  • young adult).

7.

Equip Staff & Families

• Equip teachers to

  integrate faith into everyday learning

• Lead staff devotionals and

  spiritual formation rhythms

• Provide tools and

  opportunities for parents to disciple at home

Reporting Structure

• Reports jointly to designated leadership from Horizon

  Church and RCAS

• Works closely with church pastors, school principals,

  and leadership teams

Success

Looks Like

• A clear and effective K-12

  discipleship pathway, with age-appropriate opportunities for students to

  grow and take next steps in their faith

• Strong student engagement

  in both school and church environments

• High participation in

  worship, small groups, student-led clubs, and mission opportunities

• Students increasingly

  stepping into leadership, mentorship, and ownership of their faith

• A visible and connected

  ministry across Horizon Church and Regent Christian Academy

• A culture where faith is

  actively lived out in everyday student life

Who You

Are

• You have a strong, growing

  relationship with Jesus and a clear pastoral calling

• You're a builder.

• You don't wait for

  structure, you create it

• You can think

  strategically and execute practically

• You're relational and can

  connect with both kids and teenagers

• You develop leaders and

  enjoy seeing others grow

• You're comfortable leading

  in both church and school environments

• You align with the vision

  and values of Horizon Church and RCAS

Target Start Date: Immediate

Headcount: 1

Job Status: Onsite

Job Type: Full Time

Work Location: Sullivan and Cloverdale

Compensation &

Benefits:

• Pay: CA $50,000 – 90,000

• Benefits: Extended Health & Dental,

Pension plan available upon eligibility.

Requirements &

Qualifications:

• 4-5+ years in youth, kids, or next-gen ministry

• Experience leading teams and building ministry

  environments

• Exposure to missions, outreach, or discipleship

  programs

Application

Instructions & Requirements:

To apply, please submit the following:

• Resume: Detailing your relevant professional experience and

qualifications.

• Cover Letter: Please address your interest in

the position and specifically confirm your alignment with the Horizon’s

Statement of Faith.

• Statement of

Faith:

A separate one-page document (or

integrated into your cover letter) detailing your personal Christian testimony

and how it informs your work in education.

• Pre-screening

Question(s):

Please provide your answers to the

application questions in a separate document or directly to the job

portal if available.

• Pastoral

Reference:

Please

note that a reference from your current Pastor or ministry leader will be

required if you are shortlisted for an interview.