Christian Educator

MIAMI SHORES PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH SCHOOL
CHRISTIAN EDUCATOR/CHAPLAIN

Job description: Christian Educator/Chaplain

Pay: $46,000.00 – $55,000.00 per year

Position Summary

The Christian Educator/Chaplain provides spiritual leadership and pastoral presence for the Miami Shores Presbyterian Church School (MSPCS) community. This role nurtures the faith development of students, faculty, and staff. This position works closely with both the Head of School and the Head Pastor to ensure that all aspects of school life reflect the mission and identity of the church and school partnership.

Minimum Qualifications

•    Degree in Education or Christian Education (Masters Preferred)

•    Demonstrated experience in pastoral ministry, chaplaincy, or Christian education within a school or church setting.

•    Effective communication, teaching, and interpersonal skills.

•      Proven ability to plan and lead worship, deliver engaging messages, and relate faith to daily life.  Commitment to inclusion, diversity, and the nurturing of each student’s spiritual journey.

Job Summary

·       Provide pastoral care and ensure the spiritual safety and well-being of students, faculty, and staff.

·   Foster a culture that reflects the Fruits of the Spirit throughout the school community.

·   Engage in daily school life through prayer, reflection, and spiritual encouragement. Respond pastorally to significant local, national, or international events, offering prayers, messages of hope, and spiritual guidance.

·   Prepare and lead chapels, convocations, and community events, especially on holy days and during moments of celebration or grief.

•   Oversee all MSPCS chapel gatherings, Bible classes, convocations, and related spiritual programming.

•   Participate actively in the School Leadership Team, serving as both a prophetic and supportive voice within the administration.

•  Promote inclusion, diversity, and equity for all community members, honoring the variety of religious and cultural backgrounds represented within the school.

•    Cultivate relationships that embody empathy, respect, and shared spiritual growth across the entire MSPCS community.

•     Serve as a liaison between the school and the Miami Shores Presbyterian Church, maintaining partnership with the church’s Pastor and Session.

•    Present devotionals or messages to MSPCS staff as assigned by the Head of School or Head Pastor.

Governance & Accountability

·       Support and report directly to the Head of School and Head Pastor on all chaplaincy activities and initiatives.

·       Participate in training, compliance reviews, and spiritual safety planning as directed.

Job Type: Full-time in person

Benefits:

●                 Employee discount

●                 Health insurance

●                 Paid time off