Associate Chaplain

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.

Job Summary: The Associate Chaplain will direct pastoral care and daily spiritual support for students, faculty, and parents, with a focus on Chapel execution, student mentorship, and class Chaplain support. The Chaplain interacts with students, families and HCS staff in a manner that exhibits character through personal and spiritual disciplines.

Essential Functions:

Pastoral Counseling and Student Support

• Provide one-on-one and small group pastoral counseling for students and families.
• Pastoral care for faculty and staff.
• Partner with the Chaplain and administration to support students. Refer to outside Christian counseling service or professional resource when necessary.

Chapel and Worship Leadership

• Lead and coordinate Chapel services, ensuring meaningful and engaging worship.
• Support leading all-school Chapels.
• Mentor and train students in worship leadership
• Manage and establish Chapel programming and collaborate with the Chaplain to review guest speakers.
• Collaborate with Elementary School Chapel Coordinator.

Student Leadership and Discipleship

• Mentor and oversee class Chaplains and supervise the student body Chaplain program.
• Assist planning and leading student retreats.
• Provide on-site relational ministry and lead small groups and Bible studies.

Missions and Outreach

• Support and organize school mission trips, service projects and community outreach opportunities.
• Supporting students in finding and engaging with service opportunities.

Bible Department and Teacher Support

• Collaborate with the Chaplain on curriculum development.
• Provide pastoral support for Bible teachers and extended HCS staff.
• Assist in classroom visits and discussion to encourage student engagement.
• Serve on leadership committees as necessary.

• Have received Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord and is actively involved with a local church.
• Reflect the purpose of the school, which is to honor Christ.
• Comply with all Hope Christian School policies and procedures and attend all required meetings/trainings including but not limited to faculty meetings, student Chapels, staff Chapels, in-service trainings, required school functions, etc.
• Bachelor’s degree in theology, biblical studies, or a related field.
• Proven ability in teaching and counseling. Previous Christian school experience preferred.
• 5 years experience in full time youth ministry or equivalent.
• Ordained by an evangelical church or denomination.
• Ability to provide ministry and leadership in interdenominational evangelical community.
• Spiritual maturity and commitment to a Christian lifestyle and to HCS values.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills to communicate and interact effectively with leadership, employees and families.
• Demonstrated computer proficiency using Google Suites, Microsoft Office, or other equivalent software, internet, email messaging, and web-based software applications. Ability to understand and learn new technology programs.

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