Posted 2mo ago

Middle and Upper School Chaplain

@ St. Andrew's Episcopal School
Ridgeland, Mississippi, United States
OnsiteFull Time
Responsibilities:Plan chapel services, Teach religious studies, Provide pastoral care
Requirements Summary:Graduate degree required; Master of Divinity; ordained Episcopal clergy; 1-3 years pastoral experience; strong relationships, communication, and Google Suite proficiency.
Technical Tools Mentioned:Google Workspace
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Job Description

Objective:  

To oversee and promote the spiritual and service mission of the school.  

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Plan and lead developmentally appropriate weekly Middle and Upper School chapel services and other special liturgies/programs for students, families, faculty, and staff with a focus on student leadership and involvement when appropriate.
  • Assist with major religious celebrations on the South Campus.
  • Teach Upper School Ethics, World Religions and other religious studies courses through engaging, age appropriate lessons.
  • Provide support and instruction in Middle School religious education opportunities.
  • Utilize a variety of teaching methods to meet the needs of students with diverse backgrounds and learning styles.
  • Offer pastoral care to North Campus students, families, faculty, and staff as requested or needed.
  • Maintain and encourage regular prayer.
  • Serve as a resource to faculty and staff in identifying and developing classroom lessons that correspond with the school’s mission, values, and Episcopal identity.
  • Provide leadership in the development and implementation of the Middle and Upper School service learning programs including planning and supervising service opportunities for Middle and Upper School students.
  • Cultivate and maintain relationships with community organizations for outreach/service opportunities and communicate these opportunities to constituents.
  • Represent the school as a priest associate at St. Andrew’s Cathedral in various capacities, including participating in preaching or celebrating the Eucharist at least twice per year.
  • Serve on appropriate committees and administrative teams.
  • Participate in the life of the Episcopal Diocese of Mississippi, serving as an advocate for the school and school ministry in general.
  • Represent the school at various regional and national conferences.
  • Participate in school-wide and departmental meetings, professional development programs, and other responsibilities associated with an Upper School and Middle School Faculty role
  • Collaborate with the Chaplaincy team to offer opportunities for faith formation, interfaith dialogue, Bible study, confirmation classes, and other learning opportunities throughout the school.


Work Environment:

This job operates in a professional school environment.  

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

This is a full-time position. Limited travel and weekend and evening work will be required.