Elementary School Chaplain

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

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.

School Year: 2026-2027

Terms: Part Time, 10-Months

Job Summary: The Elementary School Chaplain provides spiritual leadership, discipleship, and relational ministry for students in PreK–5th grade. This role supports the spiritual formation of students through chapel leadership, age-appropriate discipleship opportunities, and daily engagement with students, faculty, and families.

Working under the direction of the Director of Spiritual Life, the Elementary School Chaplain implements spiritual programming within the elementary campus and supports the school’s mission of cultivating a Christ-centered learning environment.

The Elementary School Chaplain interacts with students, families, faculty, and staff in a manner that reflects Christlike character and spiritual maturity through personal discipline, servant leadership, and authentic faith.

Spiritual Leadership and Student Discipleship

• Provide daily spiritual leadership and relational ministry for elementary students (PreK–5).
• Encourage age-appropriate understanding of faith, prayer, worship, and biblical truth.
• Lead Bible studies, prayer times, and spiritual formation opportunities appropriate for younger students.
• Support teachers in reinforcing biblical values within the classroom and student interactions.

Chapel and Worship Leadership

• Partner with school leadership and staff to support the planning and facilitation of elementary chapel services that are engaging, biblically grounded, and age-appropriate.
• Collaborate with the Director of Spiritual Life to ensure chapel programming aligns with the overall spiritual vision of the school.
• Coordinate student participation in chapel through Scripture readings, prayer, and worship activities.
• Support and participate in all-school chapel events when appropriate.

Student Spiritual Development

• Encourage spiritual curiosity, biblical understanding, and Christlike character among elementary students.
• Provide opportunities for students to participate in prayer, worship, and service activities.
• Help cultivate an environment where students feel encouraged to grow in their relationship with Christ.

Spiritual Programming and Events

• Assist in planning and supporting elementary spiritual events and special programming.
• Participate in school-wide spiritual life initiatives led by the Director of Spiritual Life.

Missions, Service, and Outreach

• Encourage student participation in age-appropriate service projects and outreach opportunities.
• Help foster a heart for service and compassion within the elementary student body.

Faculty and Support Staff

• Serve as a spiritual encouragement and resource for PreK and Elementary school faculty and staff.
• Participate in faculty meetings, devotionals, and spiritual life activities as directed.

Collaboration with Chaplain Team

• Collaborate regularly with the Middle School Chaplain and High School Chaplain to support the spiritual life mission of the school.
• Assist other chaplains with chapel services, retreats, or spiritual programming when needed.
• Work together to maintain alignment and continuity in spiritual formation across grade levels.

Administrative and Leadership Support

• Work collaboratively with the Director of Spiritual Life and school leadership to implement the spiritual life vision of the school.
• Assist with chapel scheduling, event logistics, and spiritual programming coordination.
• Serve on committees or school initiatives as requested by administration.

Requirements:

• Must have received Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord and demonstrate a personal and growing relationship with Him.
• Actively involved in a local evangelical Christian church.
• Reflect the mission and purpose of the school, which is to honor Christ in all aspects of education and community life.
• Comply with all Hope Christian Schools, Inc. policies and procedures and attend all required meetings and trainings, including faculty meetings, student chapels, staff chapels, in-service trainings, and required school functions.
• Bachelor's degree in Theology, Biblical Studies, Ministry, Christian Education, or a closely related field required.
• In lieu of the required bachelor's degree, candidates must be currently ordained (required) and possess a minimum of four (4) to five (5) years of demonstrated pastoral care.
• Minimum three (3) to five (5) years of ministry experience, preferably serving children, families, or PreK–Elementary students in a church, school, or ministry setting.
• Experience in children's ministry, Christian education, elementary ministry, or pastoral care preferred .
• Demonstrated ability to communicate Biblical concepts effectively with young students in an engaging and age-appropriate manner.
• Strong relational skills with a passion for mentoring, discipling, and shepherding children and supporting their families.
• Demonstrated spiritual maturity, servant leadership, and a commitment to Biblical principles and Christian character.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills w
  ith the ability to interact effectively with leadership, faculty, staff, students, and families.
• Demonstrated proficiency with Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, email, internet applications, and other web-based software.

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