Elementary School Chaplain

Job overview

The Elementary School Chaplain role is onsite in Albuquerque, NM. Compensation is not specified. The position supports Hope Christian School’s Christ-centered educational mission and serves students in PreK through fifth grade. The chaplain provides spiritual leadership, discipleship, and relational ministry to support students’ spiritual formation. The role contributes to the school’s learning environment through chapel leadership, age-appropriate spiritual programming, student engagement, and collaboration with faculty and the chaplain team.

What you'll do

• Provide spiritual leadership and relational ministry for elementary students
• lead Bible studies, prayer times, and age-appropriate spiritual formation opportunities
• support planning and facilitation of chapel services
• coordinate student participation in chapel
• assist with spiritual events and school-wide initiatives
• encourage service and outreach
• support faculty and staff
• collaborate with other chaplains
• assist with chapel scheduling and event logistics.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

elementary school chaplain

albuquerque nm

hope christian schools

prek-5th grade

spiritual leadership

student discipleship

chapel services

bible studies

prayer

worship

christian education

part-time

10-month position

2026-2027 school year

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• The posting lists paid medical premiums for full-time employees, paid dental and vision premiums for full-time employees, a health reimbursement arrangement, employer-paid basic life insurance, a 403(b) employer match, and paid time off.

Why this role

The position is part-time for 10 months during the 2026–2027 school year. A bachelor’s degree in a related field is required, or candidates must be ordained and have at least four to five years of pastoral care experience.

About the employer

HOPE Christian Schools, Inc. is hiring for this role. Industry: Elementary and Secondary Schools. Sector: 61.