Employment

Job Title : Chaplain and Religious Studies Teacher

Reports to : Head of School

Department : Chaplain/Religion

Type : Full-time

FLSA Status : Exempt

Job Overview: St. Anne’s Episcopal School, an independent Episcopal day school serving students from Preschool through 8th Grade, is seeking a passionate and skilled educational leader to join our administrative team. Reporting to the Head of School, this position is ideal for a candidate who is committed to fostering intellectual growth, collaboration, and shares a love for learning while emphasizing the development of strong academic foundations. As a key member of the Educational Leadership Team, this position regularly collaborates with the Primary/Lower School Division Head and the Middle School Division Head.

Firmly rooted in its Episcopal Identity, St. Anne’s offers an academically robust program where we challenge our students and ensure they are prepared as life-long learners for the rigors of higher education. As a Christian community, we seek to integrate spiritual formation into all aspects of the educational experience. We are also committed to creating a nurturing, safe, and inclusive environment where every child is known, loved, and challenged. At St. Anne’s, we prioritize equity, justice, and the holistic growth of each child, fostering a community that values diversity and actively pursues these principles within the school and beyond.

General Job Description: The Chaplain plays a vital role in the life of the St. Anne’s community, including leading chapel services, teaching religious studies, and overseeing our community service program. The Chaplain must have a passion for working with both children and adults. S/he must demonstrate an understanding of and enthusiasm for Episcopal schools while at the same time honoring other faith traditions. Experience as a school chaplain, along with an ability to write, preach, and teach with clarity, insight, warmth, and humor, are important. The Chaplain should be an exceptional communicator in all ways, have a high energy level, be well-respected, flexible, and of high integrity.

Believing that every child is a child of God and that trust, understanding, and mutual respect lie at the heart of our community, St. Anne’s Episcopal School is committed to creating a supportive learning environment where all individuals are valued for their unique contributions and are able to achieve their highest potential. We strongly believe that a diverse and inclusive environment is the best learning environment for our girls and prepares them to live, work, and thrive in an increasingly global and multicultural community. We reject all prejudice, particularly those based on race, national and ethnic origin, religion, socioeconomic status, gender identity, sexual orientation, and physical characteristics.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provide leadership to the school community regarding our Episcopal identity.

• Prepare chapels, including liturgy, technology, music, student involvement, and speakers.

• Coordinate worship services based on the needs of an interfaith community, including Ash Wednesday, Hanukkah, Ramadan, and other events.

• Teach religious studies and contribute to curriculum development.

• Work with the Development Office on dedications, special events, funerals, notes, and related needs.

• Collaborate with the School Counselor in administering our wellness program and curriculum, and in supporting students in times of need.

• Partner with the Director of Inclusion and Belonging on diversity curricula and initiatives.

• Provide spiritual and pastoral care to those in the school community through cards, visits, and meetings.

• Help coordinate community service opportunities for students.

• Serve on appropriate committees, including the Administrative Leadership Team.

• Stay connected to the Diocese in our area and keep the school updated regarding all Diocese requirements and guidelines.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Serve as a student advisor, mentor clubs, and contribute in other significant ways to the work of the community.

• Attend specific school events and activities outside of the school day, including professional development and in-service sessions, and supervise as needed.

• Take on other responsibilities as assigned, which may include serving as a coach in a variety of significant ways outside of the classroom.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required. Master’s degree and ordination in the Episcopal Church preferred.

• Adeptness at relating history of religion to real-world examples and applications.

• Ability to facilitate spiritual guidance for students and families.

• Facility with creating and implementing interdisciplinary lessons and partnering with other disciplines in such lessons, activities, and projects.

• Ability to differentiate teaching, lessons, and course content, and willingness to work with the learning services team to support students.

• Strong technology skills, including familiarity with tools that support learning and organization.

• Experience with Google Suite and technology integration in the classroom.

• Desire to collaborate with departments, other faculty groups, and administrators to plan and implement departmental and school-wide goals.

• Enthusiasm for engaging fully in the life of the school beyond classroom responsibilities.

• Ability to demonstrate success in developing and implementing youth programs.

• Preferred candidates will have experience in school chaplaincy, teaching, and service learning.

• Ability to function well both independently and in a team setting.

• Strong interpersonal, communication, writing, and organizational skills.

• Demonstrated professionalism, including the ability to meet deadlines, lead initiatives, be proactive, and communicate with all constituencies of the school community.

• Willingness and interest to participate in the extracurricular life of the students and the school.

Other:

• Embrace the school’s mission as well as educational and discipline philosophies; candidates must be willing to work in a team environment and be positive, inspirational, and family-centered.

• Have strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of people in a diverse community.

• Have strong organizational and effective time-management skills.

Physical Requirements:

Regularly sit, turn, bend, reach, stand, walk, talk, hear, and interact with campus visitors as well as with others. Must have the ability to understand and present materials and communicate with constituents and co-workers in a harmonious manner. Must be able to lift 25lbs.

Department :Transportation

Reports to : Business Office

FLSA Status :Non-Exempt-Seasonal Hourly

Purpose: The School Bus Driver performs driving duties for the school in accordance with the laws and regulations of the state and the policies and procedures of the school.

Schedule: Approximately 15-24 hours per week while school is in session.  Must be available 6am-8am and 2:45pm-5:30 pm.

Essential Functions:

• Drive a school bus or school van over designated routes in accordance with specified schedules and in accordance with the regulations and laws related to student transportation; transport students and teachers on athletic and educational field trips.

• Maintain the school bus/van in a safe operating condition through prescribed vehicle inspections; report mechanical defects and malfunctions to appropriate personnel.

• Maintain the school bus/van in clean condition, in accordance to Covid guidelines, including floors, seats, interior windows, and dash area. Empty trash receptacle when needed.

• Maintain student order and discipline on school bus/van; report disruptive students according to established procedures and guidelines; cite students for behavior infractions; communicate behavior issues as required by school policy.

• Maintain current knowledge of emergency evacuation procedures and techniques.

• Report incidents which affect the safety of students and the operation of the school bus/van.

• Comply with all St. Anne’s Episcopal School policies, procedures and handbooks.

• Perform any other duties as required by the Director of Finance & Operations or designee.

• Must be able to work flexible hours and days.

• Secure vehicles including closing all windows after every use.

• Willing to drive vans to transport students and faculty for School related activities.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required, supplemented by a minimum of six months’ previous school bus driving experience or vocational training.

• Valid CDL bus driver license with (P) passenger and (S) Student endorsements for the bus driver.

• Clean driver license for the van driver position-cdl is not required for the van driver position.

• The ability to take charge but deal professionally and calmly in emergency situations.

• The ability to work effectively with employees, students, school administration and local law enforcement representatives.

• Drivers must pass an annual physical exam specific for school bus driving by an approved medical provider.

• Proof of clean driving record for the past 5 years.

To Apply:

St. Anne’s Episcopal School is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome diverse candidates of all backgrounds, faith, and persuasions, and seek to foster an inclusive, welcoming community environment. This job description is intended to describe the basic, critical elements of the job and should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. A thorough background and fingerprint check is required as a condition of employment.

Interested candidates should send a letter of interest, resume and references to:employment@stannesde.org, and rkrum@stannesde.org.

Supervisor: Head of School FLSA: Hourly General Job Description:  St. Anne’s Episcopal School, a preschool through 8th-grade co-educational day school situated on a beautiful, 125-acre, rural campus in Middletown, Delaware, seeks a spirited, creative, and experienced educator who has a background in education and a passion for encouraging and fostering creativity, academic, and spiritual growth, while also nurturing young learners to explore and discover the world around them. Ultimately, St. Anne seeks a candidate who embraces diversity, equity and inclusion, outdoor education, and social-emotional learning, as well as someone whose educational philosophy aligns with our mission of creating an environment where children are known, loved, challenged, and inspired for the future.     Job Responsibilities & Expectations:  Applicants are needed for all grade levels Applicants should be available from 7:30 am to 3:30 pm Candidates may be called on short notice for daily needs or for longer-term assignments.   Maintain a positive, enthusiastic, flexible, and warm personality with a passion for creating a love of learning in all students  Understand the social, emotional, spiritual, and cognitive development of early childhood students  Commit to innovation and working collaboratively with colleagues as well as to fostering an inclusive and diverse learning environment  Embrace our Episcopal Identity Reflect on one’s own teaching to adapt lessons to meet different abilities and interests Employ effective verbal and written communication skills Communicate respectfully, clearly, and honestly in verbal, electronic, and written form with parents, administrators, and colleagues.. Develop professionally through further education, reading, workshops, and/or conferences.  Attend specific school events/activities outside of the school day, including professional development and in-service sessions, and supervise as needed.   Candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, philosophy statement, employment application, background check, and at least three(3) professional references to employment@stannesde.org.  Please use this format:  Lastname_Firstname_Resume. References will not be contacted without applicant approval.  Minimum Education:  Bachelor's Degree preferred.

Other: 

• Candidates will embrace the school’s mission as well as educational and discipline philosophies; candidates must be willing to work in a team environment and be positive, inspirational, and family-centered. 

• Candidates will have strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of people in a diverse community.

• Candidates will have strong organizational and effective time-management skills.

• St. Anne’s is committed to addressing issues of social justice, diversity, equity, and anti-bias education in our curriculum and in our community. Employees must be willing learners and participants in supporting this work.

Physical Requirements: Regularly sit, turn, bend, reach, stand, walk, talk, hear, and interact with campus visitors as well as with others. Must have the ability to understand and present materials and communicate with constituents and co-workers in a harmonious manner. Must be able to lift 25lbs.

Job Description

St. Anne’s Episcopal School provides extended care after school on a beautiful, 125-acre, rural campus in Middletown, Delaware. St. Anne’s seeks spirited, creative, and fun-loving summer camp and extended care counselors. Individuals must have passion for encouraging creativity, fostering academic, social-emotional and spiritual growth, while also nurturing students to explore and discover the world around them. St Anne’s seeks a candidate whose philosophy aligns with our mission of creating an environment where children are known, loved, challenged and inspired for the future.

 

Primary Responsibilities:

1. Supervise the children, group, and all activities as assigned while exhibiting safe, healthy, developmentally appropriate child care practices.

2. Build relationships with students and parents of students.

3. Provide students with voice and choice.

4. Build a sense of belonging within extended care.

5. Guard students’ safety and welfare at all times.

6.. Ensure that all equipment and supplies are properly maintained.

7. Attend all staff meetings and training.

8. Report accidents and safety concerns to Extended Care Director and fill out proper forms.

9. Use established extended care positive behavior management when guiding students.

10. Work collaboratively and innovatively with colleagues.

11. Demonstrate a joyful spirit encouraging compassion, patience, and caring.

12. Adapt lessons to meet different abilities and interests.

13. Communicate respectfully, clearly and honestly in verbal, electronic and written form with

parents, administrators, and colleagues regarding curriculum, students, and child development

issues.

 

Staff Qualifications

• High school students or older who have completed 9th grade and up.

• The desire to work with children

• The ability to remain calm in emergency situations.

•  Become first aid and CPR/AED certified

• Complete a staff health and emergency contact form.

 

Character Development: Perform all duties in a manner that reflects Saint Anne’s Character values of:

• Compassion: To be sensitive, understanding, and responsible to the well-being of self and others. To help others in need. Make someone’s day!

• Respect: To value the worth of all persons, including oneself and property.

• Responsibility: To recognize, accept, and fulfill the obligation to contribute to a better society.