Careers

(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

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

SALARY RANGE – $90-110,000 PER YEAR

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.

Washington Episcopal School is an independent, co-educational school for students from PK3 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.

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Washington Episcopal School (WES) seeks a Director of Extended Day and Classroom Support person.  This is a full-time salaried exempt position with benefits, with a work schedule of 10 am – 6pm.

Extended Day is offered for grades PK3 – Grade 8 after school Monday through Thursday from 3:30 to 6:00 and Friday from 2:30 – 6:00. The mission of the program is to provide a joyful and engaging environment for students as they spend time outside on the playground, enjoy snacks, activities, and games and work on assignments in a safe, enriching extended day experience for students at WES.

When not directing Extended Day, the successful candidate will be supporting teachers in classrooms and with duties outside of the classroom.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage the Extended Day program
• Plan and prepare daily activities and opportunities that encourage joy, curiosity, and exploration
• Facilitate study halls, provide academic support, and reinforce time management and study skills
• Manage and maintain Extended Day data management software (CampBrain)
• Provide effective communication with parents, both in person and digitally
• Manage a team of assistants and coordinate their hours
• Assist as a substitute teacher and with recess, lunch and other duties as needed
• Manage a program budget; order supplies and snack food as needed

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree
• Successful experience working with children in various ages
• Be a kind and caring adult in the students’ lives
• A high level of energy and initiative along with a positive disposition
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills

Salary range:  $45,000 – $60,000

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.

Washington Episcopal School (WES) 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 citizens of the world.

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Washington Episcopal School in Bethesda, Maryland, is seeking personnel with experience with pre-school aged children to help in their Extended Day Program. The Extended Day program serves students in Pre-Kindergarten 3 through Grade 8 from 3:30 – 6:00 p.m. every day except Friday when the student hours are 2:30 – 6:00 p.m. The mission of the program is to provide a safe environment in which students in Nursery through Grade 8 spend time outside on the playground, enjoy snacks and activities, and work on school assignments.

Qualified candidates will possess at least a High School diploma, and preferably some college.  They should have successful experience working with young children, as a summer camp counselor, substitute teacher or childcare provider.

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

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.

Apply Now