Middle School Coordinator

Position: Middle School Coordinator Reports To: Co-Directors of Oaks Ministries

Employee Classification: Salary Employee Work Status: Full-Time

Salary: $40,000/year Benefits: Eligible for health and retirement benefits

About Oaks Ministries

Oaks Ministries exists to empower students to become Christ-centered leaders who transform their communities with the hope of the Gospel. Rooted in Isaiah 61:3-5, our vision is to see students grow into Oaks of Righteousness, using their God-given gifts to serve and lead in Augusta and beyond.

Mission Alignment

The Middle School Coordinator supports the mission of Oaks Ministries by shepherding middle school students from under-resourced neighborhoods in downtown Augusta through relational ministry, discipleship, and engaging programming. This role is highly relational and presence-driven, requiring creativity, consistency, and a deep love for middle school students during a formative season of growth.

Key Responsibilities

Student Engagement & Presence

• Build meaningful, trusting relationships with middle school students through consistent presence in schools, neighborhoods, and families
• Regularly check in with students and parents to support academic, social, and spiritual growth
• Attend students' extracurricular activities (sports, performances, school events, etc.)

Program Leadership - Urban Leadership Project (ULP)

• Plan, lead, and implement weekly Middle School ULP gatherings on Tuesday nights
• Recruit, train, and support volunteers serving with middle school students
• Plan engaging activities, speakers, and teaching content aligned with Oaks' mission
• Create a safe, welcoming, and structured environment for students

Events & Experiences

• Plan and implement special events, outings, and fun experiences for middle school students throughout the year
• Plan and lead a Middle School Summer Camp experience, coordinating logistics, volunteers, and programming

Discipleship & Development

• Provide ongoing discipleship and spiritual leadership for middle school students
• Teach or prepare age-appropriate biblical lessons for ULP, camps, and other programming

Team Collaboration

• Work closely with the High School Coordinator to align vision, calendars, and shared events
• Participate in weekly staff meetings and monthly evaluations with Co-Directors
• Assist with "all hands on deck" ministry events (e.g., Trunk or Treat, Fundraising Dinner, etc.)

Skills & Qualifications

• Love for Jesus and His Word, with a desire to live a Christ-centered life
• Experience working with middle school students, preferably in an urban ministry context
• Highly relational; able to connect naturally with students and families
• Strong organizational and planning skills
• Flexible schedule (urban ministry is not a 9-5 job)
• Ability to recruit, lead, and support volunteers
• Commitment to Oaks Ministries' values and culture

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Work Location: In person