About Hope Christian School
Our mission is to pray for, equip, and send Christ-centered, passionate leaders to change the world. We are a non-denominational, coeducational Christ-centered school in NE Albuquerque, serving families of children from preschool to high school. Since its founding in 1976, Hope Christian School has prayed for, equipped, and sent nearly 3,000 graduates to change the world. Annually, Hope Christian School educates approximately 1,400 students from Preschool through 12th grade. It is our privilege, honor, and responsibility to prepare these students to be tomorrow's leaders. We believe that all truth is God's truth. So God is not confined to Bible class, or weekly chapel. Rather all curricula is from a Biblical worldview, taught by faculty who love the Lord, in programs designed to educate the whole student, and with an unwavering commitment to follow God's will for Hope Christian School.

School Year: 2026-2027

Terms: Full Time, 10-Months

Job Summary:  The High School Chaplain provides spiritual leadership, discipleship, and relational ministry for students in grades 9–12. This role is responsible for leading chapel services, mentoring student spiritual leaders, fostering student discipleship, and supporting the spiritual development of the high school community.

Working under the direction of the Director of Spiritual Life, the High School Chaplain implements spiritual programming within the high school campus and supports the overall mission of cultivating a Christ-centered culture throughout the school.

The High School Chaplain interacts with students, families, faculty, and staff in a manner that reflects Christlike character and spiritual maturity through personal discipline, servant leadership, and authentic faith.

Spiritual Leadership and Student Discipleship

• Provide daily spiritual leadership and relational ministry for high school students (grades 9–12).
• Develop mentoring relationships with students to encourage spiritual growth and personal faith development.
• Lead Bible studies, prayer groups, and discipleship opportunities that support students in developing a mature and active faith.
• Encourage students to pursue Christ-centered leadership and personal spiritual disciplines.

Chapel and Worship Leadership

• Plan and lead high school chapel services that are biblically grounded, engaging, and relevant to students.
• Collaborate with the Director of Spiritual Life to ensure chapel programming aligns with the school’s spiritual vision.
• Coordinate student participation in chapel through worship teams, testimonies, Scripture reading, and prayer leadership.
• Coordinate guest speakers in collaboration with the Director of Spiritual Life when appropriate.
• Support all-school chapel events and special spiritual gatherings.

Student Leadership Development

• Mentor and oversee high school student spiritual leaders, including the Student Body Chaplain program and other student leadership opportunities.
• Encourage and develop student-led spiritual initiatives such as prayer groups, worship teams, or ministry opportunities.
• Equip students to influence peers through Christ-centered leadership.

Retreats and Spiritual Formation Events

• Assist in planning and leading high school spiritual retreats and formation events.
• Support the Director of Spiritual Life in implementing school-wide spiritual life initiatives.

Missions, Service, and Outreach

• Promote student participation in service projects, missions opportunities, and outreach initiatives.
• Assist in organizing high school service opportunities that encourage students to live out their faith through service and compassion.

Faculty and Support Staff

• Serve as a spiritual encouragement and resource for high school faculty and staff.
• Participate in faculty meetings, devotionals, and spiritual life activities as directed.

Collaboration with Chaplain Team

• Collaborate regularly with the Elementary School Chaplain and Middle School Chaplain to support the overall spiritual life mission of the school.
• Assist fellow chaplains with chapel services, retreats, or spiritual programming when needed.
• Work together to maintain alignment and continuity in spiritual formation across all grade levels.

Administrative and Leadership Support

• Work collaboratively with the Director of Spiritual Life and school leadership to implement the spiritual life vision of the school.
• Assist with chapel scheduling, event logistics, and spiritual programming coordination.
• Serve on committees or school initiatives as requested by administration.

•  Must have received Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord and demonstrate a personal and growing relationship with Him.
• Actively involved in a local church.
• Reflect the mission and purpose of the school, which is to honor Christ in all aspects of education and community life.
• Comply with all Hope Christian Schools policies and procedures and attend all required meetings and trainings including faculty meetings, student chapels, staff chapels, in-service trainings, and required school functions.
• Bachelor’s degree required (Theology, Biblical Studies, Ministry, or a related field preferred).
• Minimum 3–5 years of ministry experience in youth ministry, chaplaincy, or Christian school ministry required.  
• Ordained or licensed by an evangelical church or denomination preferred.
• Ability to minister effectively within an interdenominational evangelical Christian school environment.
• Demonstrated spiritual maturity and commitment to Christian character and leadership.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills to interact effectively with leadership, employees, students, and families.
• Demonstrated computer proficiency using Google Suite, Microsoft Office, or equivalent software, internet, email messaging, and web-based applications with the ability to learn new technology systems.

Perks at Hope Christian Schools
Hope Christian Schools cares about our team members and we strive to provide benefits and resources to support their health, work/life balance, and future.

• 95% paid medical premiums, 100% paid dental, vision premiums for full-time employees.
• Medical cost-savings: Health Reimbursement Arrangement
• 100% Employer paid Basic Life
• 403(b) Employer match dollar-for-dollar up to 4% income, 800+ investment options
• Life Insurance and AD&D
• Paid time off

Hope Christian Schools employs Christians who feel called of God to serve in the ministry of educating children based on Biblical standards.