TITLE: Chaplain
FLSA STATUS: Exempt
REPORTS TO: Head Chaplain and Division Director
School Overview
Breck School is a preschool through twelve, coeducational college preparatory, Episcopal day school located in Golden Valley, Minnesota, with a national reputation for excellence and achievement in academics, athletics, and the arts. Our School’s Episcopal roots are lived through an unwavering commitment to equity, inclusion, and belonging where we respect the dignity of every human being. We prioritize lifelong learning and a commitment to the greater good.
We are a community of highly engaged and motivated students, faculty, staff, and school leaders focused on building trusting relationships and strong academic scholarship through a practice of bridging research to practice. Upon graduation, Breck students are prepared for a life of intellectual curiosity, self-knowledge, and social responsibility, matriculating to colleges and universities throughout the world.
Position Overview
Breck is seeking a dedicated leader and teacher for the role of Chaplain. This position includes both classroom and chapel responsibilities, integrating the spiritual and intellectual life of our school community. While Episcopal identity is key to Breck, “There are many paths to God'' is our guiding teaching. This is a philosophical concept from the Hindu tradition demonstrating that our approach is interfaith by design.
Our Chapel is truly the heart of our campus and all we do. It is where we gather not only for worship, but also for Commencement, senior speeches, concerts, and other notable school traditions. This person should be a confident worship leader and a thoughtful pastoral presence, while also offering engaging and academically rigorous classroom lessons. The learning, growth, and development of our students define the purpose of all we do as chaplains and designing worship and classroom experiences that are meaningful and relevant to young people of a variety of religious and identity backgrounds is key. Chaplains at Breck not only serve a major role in student life, but are also essential to alumni, parents, faculty, staff, school leadership, and the broader Twin Cities community.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Chapel
Design and implement meaningful and relevant worship experiences for a multifaith community of students
Collaborate on the worship team to develop and implement a school-wide chapel theme, All School Chapels, aligned divisional chapels, and other worship and school life experiences
Steward and guide Episcopal identity understanding in the Breck community, aligning all experiences with the teaching, “There are many paths to God”
School Life Culture
Leverage chapel and other community spaces to create an environment that promotes respect, rapport, learning, and a deep regard for one another
Establish meaningful relationships with students, faculty, parents, school leaders, alumni, and community members at large
Reinforce and communicate clear and consistent expectations for learning, conduct, culture, and climate
Thoughtfully intervene and support when student or staff behaviors are harmful or unaligned with respecting the dignity of every human being
Provide pastoral care as appropriate and in partnership with divisional counselor
Lead and offer officiant services as needed for weddings, celebrations of life, blessings, bedside visits, and other community pastoral events
Support and collaborates with divisional administrative team as needed
Communication
Communicates effectively with families, students, and colleagues
Communicates student progress in a timely and thorough manner
Demonstrates effective written and oral communication skills
Professional Responsibility
Support the mission and values of the school
Support the programs and priorities of the department, division, and school
Establish and maintain positive working relationships with faculty, students, and parents
Maintain confidentiality
Demonstrate professional behavior that enhances and inspires those around them.
Seek and develop opportunities for professional growth
Attend and participate in required meetings, school events, and committee work
Perform duties as required/requested
Teaching and Learning
Demonstrate proficiency in religion as an academic area of study
Motivate students to engage in the learning process, developing their self-knowledge as a learner
Design and implement effective instruction for a variety of learners using a MBE framework
Develop lessons that create a sense of belonging, with diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice integrated throughout
Understand and use assessment to promote student growth and learning
Education and/or Experience
Bachelor’s degree (Master's preferred)
Episcopalian required. Open to lay or ordained candidates
Previous teaching experience recommended
COMPETENCIES
Commitment to Episcopal identity, interfaith ethos, and diversity, equity, and inclusion as an embodiment of all we do
Compassionate and jovial presence, communicating clear care and commitment to students, families, and faculty
Demonstrated leadership in worship, classroom, and school environments
Collaborator at heart, knowing that teamwork and synthesis of ideas deepens all we do
TITLE: Lower School PE Teacher – 40% time
FLSA STATUS: Exempt
REPORTS TO: Division Director and Department Head
UPDATED: July 2022
School Overview
Breck School is a preschool through twelve, coeducational college preparatory, Episcopal day school located in Golden Valley, Minnesota, with a national reputation for excellence and achievement in academics, athletics, and the arts. Our School’s Episcopal roots are lived through an unwavering commitment to equity, inclusion, and belonging where we respect the dignity of every human being. We prioritize lifelong learning and a commitment to the greater good.
We are a community of highly engaged and motivated students, faculty, staff, and school leaders focused on building trusting relationships and strong academic scholarship through a practice of bridging research to practice. Upon graduation, Breck students are prepared for a life of intellectual curiosity, self-knowledge, and social responsibility, matriculating to colleges and universities throughout the world.
Position Overview
Responsible for organizing, implementing, and providing an educational program where students have the opportunity to fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, spiritual, and psychological growth.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Planning and Instruction
Demonstrates knowledge of and proficiency with subject matter
Designs and implements effective instruction to engage student learning
Plans and delivers instruction for a variety of learners
Develops lessons that consider multiple perspectives
Motivates students to engage in the learning process
Understands and uses assessment to promote student learning
Classroom Environment
Creates an environment that promotes respect, rapport, and learning
Establishes effective relationships with students
Communicates clear and consistent expectations for learning, behavior, and achievement
Monitors and manages student behavior effectively
Communication
Communicates effectively with families, students, and colleagues
Communicates student progress in a timely and thorough manner
Demonstrates effective written and oral communication skills
Professional Responsibility
Supports the mission and values of the school
Supports the programs and priorities of the department, division, and school
Establishes and maintains positive working relationships with faculty, students, and parents
Maintains confidentiality
Demonstrates professional behavior
Seeks and develops opportunities for professional growth
Attends and participates in required meetings, school events, and committee work
Performs duties as required/requested
Education and/or Experience
Bachelor’s degree
Minimum three years classroom teaching experience preferred
Experience with using technology in teaching and learning
TITLE: Middle School English Teacher – 100% time
FLSA STATUS: Exempt
REPORTS TO: Division Director and Department Chair
School Overview
Breck School is a preschool through twelve, coeducational college preparatory, Episcopal day school located in Golden Valley, Minnesota, with a national reputation for excellence and achievement in academics, athletics, and the arts. Our School’s Episcopal roots are lived through an unwavering commitment to equity, inclusion, and belonging where we respect the dignity of every human being. We prioritize lifelong learning and a commitment to the greater good.
We are a community of highly engaged and motivated students, faculty, staff, and school leaders focused on building trusting relationships and strong academic scholarship through a practice of bridging research to practice. Upon graduation, Breck students are prepared for a life of intellectual curiosity, self-knowledge, and social responsibility, matriculating to colleges and universities throughout the world.
Position Overview
Responsible for organizing, implementing, and providing an educational program where students have the opportunity to fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, spiritual, and psychological growth.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Planning and Instruction
Demonstrates knowledge of and proficiency with subject matter
Designs and implements effective instruction to engage student learning
Plans and delivers instruction for a variety of learners
Develops lessons that consider multiple perspectives
Motivates students to engage in the learning process
Understands and uses assessment to promote student learning
Classroom Environment
Creates an environment that promotes respect, rapport, and learning
Establishes effective relationships with students
Communicates clear and consistent expectations for learning, behavior, and achievement
Monitors and manages student behavior effectively
Communication
Communicates effectively with families, students, and colleagues
Communicates student progress in a timely and thorough manner
Demonstrates effective written and oral communication skills
Professional Responsibility
Supports the mission and values of the school
Supports the programs and priorities of the department, division, and school
Establishes and maintains positive working relationships with faculty, students, and parents
Maintains confidentiality
Demonstrates professional behavior
Seeks and develops opportunities for professional growth
Attends and participates in required meetings, school events, and committee work
Performs duties as required/requested
Education and/or Experience:
Bachelor’s Degree
Minimum three years classroom teaching experience preferred
Experience with using technology in teaching and learning
TITLE: Middle School Math Teacher – 60% time
FLSA STATUS: Exempt
REPORTS TO: Division Director and Department Head
School Overview
Breck School is a preschool through twelve, coeducational college preparatory, Episcopal day school located in Golden Valley, Minnesota, with a national reputation for excellence and achievement in academics, athletics, and the arts. Our School’s Episcopal roots are lived through an unwavering commitment to equity, inclusion, and belonging where we respect the dignity of every human being. We prioritize lifelong learning and a commitment to the greater good.
We are a community of highly engaged and motivated students, faculty, staff, and school leaders focused on building trusting relationships and strong academic scholarship through a practice of bridging research to practice. Upon graduation, Breck students are prepared for a life of intellectual curiosity, self-knowledge, and social responsibility, matriculating to colleges and universities throughout the world.
Position Overview
Responsible for organizing, implementing, and providing an educational program where students have the opportunity to fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, spiritual, and psychological growth.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Planning and Instruction
Demonstrates knowledge of and proficiency with subject matter
Designs and implements effective instruction to engage student learning
Plans and delivers instruction for a variety of learners
Develops lessons that consider multiple perspectives
Motivates students to engage in the learning process
Understands and uses assessment to promote student learning
Classroom Environment
Creates an environment that promotes respect, rapport, and learning
Establishes effective relationships with students
Communicates clear and consistent expectations for learning, behavior, and achievement
Monitors and manages student behavior effectively
Communication
Communicates effectively with families, students, and colleagues
Communicates student progress in a timely and thorough manner
Demonstrates effective written and oral communication skills
Professional Responsibility
Supports the mission and values of the school
Supports the programs and priorities of the department, division, and school
Establishes and maintains positive working relationships with faculty, students, and parents
Maintains confidentiality
Demonstrates professional behavior
Seeks and develops opportunities for professional growth
Attends and participates in required meetings, school events, and committee work
Performs duties as required/requested
Education and/or Experience
Bachelor’s Degree
Minimum three years classroom teaching experience preferred
Experience with using technology in teaching and learning
TITLE: Middle School Outdoor Education Teacher
FLSA STATUS: Exempt
REPORTS TO: Division Director and Department Chair
School Overview
Breck School is a preschool through twelve, coeducational college preparatory, Episcopal day school located in Golden Valley, Minnesota, with a national reputation for excellence and achievement in academics, athletics, and the arts. Our School’s Episcopal roots are lived through an unwavering commitment to equity, inclusion, and belonging where we respect the dignity of every human being. We prioritize lifelong learning and a commitment to the greater good.
We are a community of highly engaged and motivated students, faculty, staff, and school leaders focused on building trusting relationships and strong academic scholarship through a practice of bridging research to practice. Upon graduation, Breck students are prepared for a life of intellectual curiosity, self-knowledge, and social responsibility, matriculating to colleges and universities throughout the world.
Position Overview
The Middle School years are essential for identity development: how one identifies with oneself as a student, artist, athlete, and community member. Breck recognizes the importance of students identifying with their natural surroundings as well and, as such, is starting an Outdoor Education program in the Middle School. From geocaching to archery to partnering with local organizations, the opportunities are robust, and Breck is looking for the right person to lead the work. We are seeking an experienced outdoor educator to be the face of the school’s outdoor program, which begins in fifth grade. The Lead Outdoor Educator will work collaboratively with teachers and administrators to create learning experiences that are thoughtfully sequenced and developmentally appropriate for each grade level. This new comprehensive outdoor learning program includes teaching hands-on outdoor lessons daily, building and maintaining outdoor learning environments, and collaborating with school and community partners. In addition, this position will be a member of the Middle School Wellness Team consisting of Physical Education, Health and Project Adventure.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Inspire a community of environmentally literate citizens who demonstrate stewardship and an authentic passion for learning about and enjoying the natural world.
Bring expertise to co-create and lead the inaugural year of Breck’s Middle School outdoor education program.
Collaborate with grade-level teachers, Department Chair and Middle School Director to align the Pillars of the Middle School Wellness Block and in-classroom content.
Engage with our Community Partnership Director to connect Middle School students to outdoor experiences with meaningful and deep community engagement opportunities on and off-campus.
Use outdoor skills and varied interests to lead and guide students through their Middle School outdoor learning experience. Potential units of study may include: Archery, biking, camping, canoeing, fishing, hiking, orienteering and other outdoor activities.
Plan, organize, and lead outdoor education trips and teach in a variety of settings.
Be committed to advancing equity, inclusion and belonging through the outdoor learning lens.
Build relationships with community members and organizations to assist with obtaining resource needs for the program.
Classroom Environment
Uses Breck’s 50+ acres for instruction and curricular resources
Fosters the discovery of individual differences, change, and growth as students work together through the outdoor educational experience.
Creates an environment that promotes respect, rapport, and learning
Establishes effective relationships with students
Uses outdoor learning as a gateway to active thinking, problem-solving, and cooperative interactions. Broadens horizons and stimulates new interests in order for students to discover their potential.
Professional Responsibility
Supports the programs and priorities of the department, division, and school
Establishes and maintains positive working relationships with faculty, students, and parents
Maintains confidentiality
Communicates effectively with families, students, and colleagues
Demonstrates professional behavior
Seeks and develops opportunities for professional growth
Attends and participates in required meetings, school events, and committee work
Performs duties as required/requested
Education and Experience
Bachelor’s Degree
Experience working with groups in the outdoors and in a range of weather conditions.
Experience engaging diverse audiences in hands-on education programs.
Competencies
Deep understanding of Breck School’s mission, culture, and values, and the centrality of the outdoor education program to the school’s identity and organizational success
Ability to inspire trust and respect from faculty, parents, and students
Passion for the outdoors, for physical activity, and for children
A collaborative spirit
Enthusiasm for exploring thoughtful ways to improve program, curriculum, delivery, and practices
Commitment to high performance; strong work ethic
Ability to model and foster expedition behavior: self-awareness and efficacy, selflessness, commitment to group goals, tolerance, flexibility, consideration, trust, communication, humility, teamwork, sense of humor
Commitment to building a fun, friendly learning atmosphere that involves students in hands-on activities and encourages them to take responsibility for their own learning
Commitment to own professional growth and renewal
An awareness and attention to all relationships that influence the outdoor education experience
TITLE: Upper School Grade-Level Dean
FLSA STATUS: Exempt
REPORTS TO: US Division Director
HOURS: Core Hours are 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
VACATION: Winter Break, Spring Break, Month of July
School Overview
Breck School is a preschool through twelve, coeducational college preparatory, Episcopal day school located in Golden Valley, Minnesota, with a national reputation for excellence and achievement in academics, athletics, and the arts. Our School’s Episcopal roots are lived through an unwavering commitment to equity, inclusion, and belonging where we respect the dignity of every human being. We prioritize lifelong learning and a commitment to the greater good.
We are a community of highly engaged and motivated students, faculty, staff, and school leaders focused on building trusting relationships and strong academic scholarship through a practice of bridging research to practice. Upon graduation, Breck students are prepared for a life of intellectual curiosity, self-knowledge, and social responsibility, matriculating to colleges and universities throughout the world.
Position Overview
Grade-Level Deans will oversee the coherence and successful integration of all components of students’ lives at Breck, including course selection, program adjustment, and progress towards graduation. Grade-Level Deans are responsible for setting and maintaining culture within their respective graduating class. Rotating with students throughout their 4-year journey through the Upper School, the Deans will be ingrained in all aspects of student life and will strive to build meaningful relationships with students and families.
This individual works collaboratively as a part of the Upper School administration team to support students, parents/guardians, and faculty. Deans will help to foster a caring, positive, and engaging learning environment. Building a partnership with parents is an important part of the role. Deans collaborate with others to provide programming and support for the academic and social/emotional growth of all students. With an understanding of adolescent development, teaching and learning, the Dean shapes the personality of the class as a whole while also focusing on the individual development of every student.
Deans are expected to commit to 4 years to ensure coherence and consistency with their respective classes. There shall be an expected term of 4 years (grades 9-12) for grade level deans with opportunities to renew at the end of each 4-year term.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Monitor student progress and development both academically and socially
Encourage student enthusiasm for, and sense of community in the School by generating student support for school activities and developing class programs
Organize and plan grade level retreat (each year of the 4-year term)
Oversee the overall discipline and climate of the class
Provide leadership in advisory programming and execution.
Communicate frequently with both faculty and parents/guardians about students’ experiences
Advise the Division Director on setting student policies and procedures in the division
In conjunction with the other deans and the Division Director, help construct the master academic schedule
Coordinate May program plans for relevant grade level
Collaborate with US Counselor, SST, and College Counseling in discussions of student support
In conjunction with school administration, interview and evaluate applicants for administrative and teaching positions
Represent the School frequently at school events
Teach two classes (or equivalent)
Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree; Master’s degree preferred
Minimum 3-5 years of experience in high school setting
Previous independent school administrative experience desired
Competencies
Team player with the ability to seek input from multiple sources to inform decision-making
High level of energy and enthusiasm
Displays good judgment, time management, and an ability to prioritize
Actively seeks avenues for personal and professional growth
Deep knowledge and understanding of adolescent development
Through its generous professional development opportunities, Breck has supported me as a teacher and a writer. It's been both heartening and motivating to feel that who I am on and off campus is valued here.Emily Brisse, Upper School English Teacher
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY | Breck is an equal opportunity employer strongly committed to providing equal access to employment for all qualified people without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, military service, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local community, disability, age, or other protected status by applicable State or Federal anti-discrimination law.
