What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Chaplain/Religion Teacher position at Heathwood Hall Episcopal School?
Assistant Chaplain / Religion Teacher
Reports To : Chaplain
Work Schedule : This position is currently a 10-month position, however, a possible expansion of the role and the needs of the School may require consideration for a 12-month role.
Position Summary
The Assistant Chaplain plays a lead role in defining, preserving, and promoting Heathwood Hall's Episcopal identity to all constituencies while building on the Episcopal ideals of inquiry, inclusion, and reason; the Assistant Chaplain must be a community builder. As part of the school community, the Assistant Chaplain will support and share the School's faith with the wider community and within school traditions and celebrations. The Assistant Chaplain will have both worship responsibilities and teaching responsibilities as outlined below.
Heathwood Hall's identity as an Episcopal School is rooted in our commitment to purposeful instruction and exploration of religion in a Christ-centered environment. This means that we come together as a community to engage in gatherings, prayers, and worship, all of which are aimed at nurturing a profound reverence for the inherent worth of every individual. Guided by our chaplaincy program, we also place significant emphasis on service learning. This involves students dedicating themselves to local and international community service, all in the spirit of serving the greater good and representing the values of faith.
Essential Functions
Worship
- Work alongside the Head Chaplain and divisional heads, program directors, athletic department officials, and senior leadership to build community and a sense of belonging for families.
- Collaborate with the Head Chaplain and religion teachers to organize Bible study sessions and service opportunities for each division.
- Fulfill additional duties as assigned, including responsibilities that may occur on weekends and evenings (e.g. admission open house, observations, and interviews).
- Serve as a constant representative of Heathwood Hall's faith identity.
- Support students, employees, and families as needs arise.
- Plan and lead weekly divisional chapels by assisting the Head Chaplain.
- Provide immediate and ongoing emotional and spiritual support to the Heathwood community in times of hardship or loss.
Teaching
Specific Job Skills
The ideal candidate will :
Education and Experience
Working Conditions
Heathwood Hall Episcopal School believes that each employee makes a significant contribution to its success, and that contribution should not be limited by the assigned responsibilities. Therefore, this position description is designed to outline primary duties, qualifications, and job scope, but not limit the incumbent nor the organization to just the work identified. It is our expectation that each employee will offer his / her services wherever and whenever necessary to ensure the success of our endeavors.
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Heathwood Hall Episcopal School is an equal opportunity employer and hires without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex / gender, age or disability. Heathwood Hall Episcopal School participates in E-Verify, as mandated by South Carolina law. All positions will require a criminal background check and some positions may require additional pre employment screenings such as credit reports or motor vehicle record checks.
