Chaplain and Relgious Studies Teacher

Reports to : Head of School

Department : Chaplain/Religion

Type : Full-time

FLSA Status : Exempt

Job Overview: St. Anne’s Episcopal School, an independent Episcopal day school serving students from Preschool through 8th Grade, is seeking a passionate and skilled educational leader to join our administrative team. Reporting to the Head of School, this position is ideal for a candidate who is committed to fostering intellectual growth, collaboration, and shares a love for learning while emphasizing the development of strong academic foundations. As a key member of the Educational Leadership Team, this position regularly collaborates with the Primary/Lower School Division Head and the Middle School Division Head.

Firmly rooted in its Episcopal Identity, St. Anne’s offers an academically robust program where we challenge our students and ensure they are prepared as life-long learners for the rigors of higher education. As a Christian community, we seek to integrate spiritual formation into all aspects of the educational experience. We are also committed to creating a nurturing, safe, and inclusive environment where every child is known, loved, and challenged. At St. Anne’s, we prioritize equity, justice, and the holistic growth of each child, fostering a community that values diversity and actively pursues these principles within the school and beyond.

General Job Description: The Chaplain plays a vital role in the life of the St. Anne’s community, including leading chapel services, teaching religious studies, and overseeing our community service program. The Chaplain must have a passion for working with both children and adults. S/he must demonstrate an understanding of and enthusiasm for Episcopal schools while at the same time honoring other faith traditions. Experience as a school chaplain, along with an ability to write, preach, and teach with clarity, insight, warmth, and humor, are important. The Chaplain should be an exceptional communicator in all ways, have a high energy level, be well-respected, flexible, and of high integrity.

Believing that every child is a child of God and that trust, understanding, and mutual respect lie at the heart of our community, St. Anne’s Episcopal School is committed to creating a supportive learning environment where all individuals are valued for their unique contributions and are able to achieve their highest potential. We strongly believe that a diverse and inclusive environment is the best learning environment for our girls and prepares them to live, work, and thrive in an increasingly global and multicultural community. We reject all prejudice, particularly those based on race, national and ethnic origin, religion, socioeconomic status, gender identity, sexual orientation, and physical characteristics.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provide leadership to the school community regarding our Episcopal identity.

• Prepare chapels, including liturgy, technology, music, student involvement, and speakers.

• Coordinate worship services based on the needs of an interfaith community, including Ash Wednesday, Hanukkah, Ramadan, and other events.

• Teach religious studies and contribute to curriculum development.

• Work with the Development Office on dedications, special events, funerals, notes, and related needs.

• Collaborate with the School Counselor in administering our wellness program and curriculum, and in supporting students in times of need.

• Partner with the Director of Inclusion and Belonging on diversity curricula and initiatives.

• Provide spiritual and pastoral care to those in the school community through cards, visits, and meetings.

• Help coordinate community service opportunities for students.

• Serve on appropriate committees, including the Administrative Leadership Team.

• Stay connected to the Diocese in our area and keep the school updated regarding all Diocese requirements and guidelines.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Serve as a student advisor, mentor clubs, and contribute in other significant ways to the work of the community.

• Attend specific school events and activities outside of the school day, including professional development and in-service sessions, and supervise as needed.

• Take on other responsibilities as assigned, which may include serving as a coach in a variety of significant ways outside of the classroom.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required. Master’s degree and ordination in the Episcopal Church preferred.

• Adeptness at relating history of religion to real-world examples and applications.

• Ability to facilitate spiritual guidance for students and families.

• Facility with creating and implementing interdisciplinary lessons and partnering with other disciplines in such lessons, activities, and projects.

• Ability to differentiate teaching, lessons, and course content, and willingness to work with the learning services team to support students.

• Strong technology skills, including familiarity with tools that support learning and organization.

• Experience with Google Suite and technology integration in the classroom.

• Desire to collaborate with departments, other faculty groups, and administrators to plan and implement departmental and school-wide goals.

• Enthusiasm for engaging fully in the life of the school beyond classroom responsibilities.

• Ability to demonstrate success in developing and implementing youth programs.

• Preferred candidates will have experience in school chaplaincy, teaching, and service learning.

• Ability to function well both independently and in a team setting.

• Strong interpersonal, communication, writing, and organizational skills.

• Demonstrated professionalism, including the ability to meet deadlines, lead initiatives, be proactive, and communicate with all constituencies of the school community.

• Willingness and interest to participate in the extracurricular life of the students and the school.

Other:

• Embrace the school’s mission as well as educational and discipline philosophies; candidates must be willing to work in a team environment and be positive, inspirational, and family-centered.

• Have strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of people in a diverse community.

• Have strong organizational and effective time-management skills.

Physical Requirements:

Regularly sit, turn, bend, reach, stand, walk, talk, hear, and interact with campus visitors as well as with others. Must have the ability to understand and present materials and communicate with constituents and co-workers in a harmonious manner. Must be able to lift 25lbs.