Middle School Chaplain 2026-27

Porter-Gaud School • Charleston, SC

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About The Position

Middle School Chaplain 2026-27 Porter-Gaud School is an Episcopal, independent, coeducational day school of 1,650 students in preschool through grade 12. The School is seeking a Middle School Chaplain for the 2026-2027 school year. The Middle School Chaplain leads chapel, teaches courses in the Religion & Philosophy Department, fosters spiritual development, and provides pastoral care for the Middle School community (faculty and students, grades 5-8). The School will consider ordained candidates, lay candidates currently pursuing ordination, and, in some circumstances, lay candidates not pursuing ordination. Porter-Gaud's Chaplain Team consists of the Head Chaplain, the Upper School Chaplain (grades 9-12), the Middle School Chaplain (grades 5-8), the Lower School Chaplain (grades 1-4), and the O'Quinn Schools Chaplain (preschool - ages 2-5). The Middle School Chaplain will serve under the direction of the Head Chaplain and the Head of the Middle School.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university (an advanced degree is an advantage, especially an MDiv).
• Evidence of ministry in the Anglican Tradition (e.g., The Episcopal Church or the Anglican Church of North America).
• Experience in a school, church, and/or camp setting, teaching and/or ministering to youth.
• Ability to support the school's diversity and inclusion efforts.
• The Middle School Chaplain will display a continuous commitment to developing the attitudes, knowledge, and skills (intercultural competence) to engage in appropriate and effective communication with students, colleagues, and families from diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
• Articulate and embody a deep and abiding faith in Jesus Christ.
• Minister pastorally and effectively to a wide variety of individuals, including students, parents, faculty, and staff of diverse religious and nonreligious backgrounds.
• Display a genuine, caring, and approachable disposition.
• Demonstrate a passion for working with young people, especially Middle School students.
• Possess strong oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrate the ability to work collaboratively within an academic institution.

Nice To Haves

• Experience of Ordained ministry in the Anglican Tradition is an advantage.
• We desire candidates who will contribute to the school's efforts to continue creating a more inclusive and equitable community where all individuals can develop a sense of belonging.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Chaplain Team in all aspects of Chaplaincy at Porter-Gaud.
• Plan and lead weekly Middle School chapel services.
• Coordinate with faculty and student leaders to promote community participation.
• Offer pastoral care to Middle School students, faculty, and families.
• Teach courses in the Religion & Philosophy Department (2-3 sections per quarter).
• Collaborate with other Chaplains for Thursday Morning Eucharist services.
• Lead weekly Middle School Vestry and Bible study gatherings.
• Serve as a member of the Middle School Student Support Team.
• Assist with the Middle School WATCH Program as well as parent and student education on issues affecting adolescents and their families.
• Articulate and exemplify the unique Episcopal Identity of Porter-Gaud Episcopal Identity Statement
• Participate actively in the life of a local Anglican / Episcopal parish and (if ordained) in Diocesan and Deanery gatherings.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time