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Chaplain and Director of Spiritual and Cultural Learning

12 month position)

Overview :

The Director of the Department of Spiritual and Cultural Learning is a senior administrative position reporting to the Head of School. This leader serves as the spiritual cornerstone of our community, fostering an inclusive Episcopal identity that welcomes and celebrates all faiths. The director's responsibilities encompass chaplaincy, pastoral care, religious education, and oversight of diversity and service initiatives. Working closely with the school's leadership team, the director ensures the school's mission and Episcopal values are woven throughout the community's daily life.

Administration

Oversee the school’s Episcopal identity and spiritual life
Supervise the Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) Coordinator and all work and efforts in that area
Lead service learning efforts and supervise the work of the Service Learning Coordinator
Coordinate the “Safe Church, Safe Communities” program
Serve as a liaison to the Episcopal Diocese of Washington, the National Association of Episcopal Schools (NAES), and the Mid-Atlantic Episcopal Schools Association (MAESA)
Collaborate with colleagues to ensure the school’s core values are reflected throughout our programs

Liturgy

Prepare and preside over weekly Early Childhood Chapel, weekly Elementary and Middle School Chapel, and special / All-School Chapels throughout the year

Prepare and deliver brief values-oriented homilies as part of Chapels

Develop opportunities for student leadership in Chapel

Develop periodic opportunities for students to learn about a variety of faiths as part of Chapel

Pastoral Care

Provide pastoral counseling services to students, families, and educators as needed

Coordinate lay-led support systems for the community, including the work of our educator-led employee care group

Teaching and Learning

Oversee a religion curriculum that reflects the mission, core values, and Episcopal identity of the school and that increases the religious literacy of our students

Teach religion classes to selected grades

Assist teachers with developing classroom lessons that correspond with the school’s mission, core values, and Episcopal identity

SALARY RANGE : $90-110,000 PER YEAR

Washington Episcopal School is an independent, co-educational school for students from Pre-Kindergarten 3 through Grade 8. Washington Episcopal School inspires academic and personal excellence within a joyful learning environment to develop students who are kind, confident, and prepared.

WES provides a competitive wage and an inviting, professional, and collegial working environment. WES is committed to a diverse and inclusive community and seeks applications for this position from candidates who will contribute to an environment in which all are valued and supported.

Benefits

Excellent health insurance

The TIAA-CREF retirement annuity, up to 7.5% employer contribution

Funding for professional development

60% tuition remission for the children of faculty and staff, plus additional need-based aid as applicable

Complimentary Extended Day for the children of faculty and staff

50-100% tuition remission for Summer@WES for the children of faculty and staff

9 days of PTO, plus an additional three weeks of summer leave for 12-month employees

Regrettably, we are unable to sponsor visa applications at this time.

Additional Qualifications and Experience

Episcopal or ELCA ordination (or on the ordination path)

Masters or other advanced degree preferred

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Creativity, positive attitude, and adaptability, and an ability to lead with calm in stressful situations

Ability to successfully develop and maintain positive relationships with students, colleagues, and school families

Minimum of 5 years experience in educational or youth ministry setting preferred

Experience in an interfaith setting preferred

Demonstrated success leading DEIB initiatives and fostering inclusive communities

Experience developing and implementing religious / spiritual curriculum

Strong project management and organizational skills

Proficiency with standard educational and office technology platforms

Track record of successful collaboration with diverse stakeholders

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Salary : $90,000 - $110,000

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