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Posted 8-29-2024

Bryn Athyn College of the New Church

Presidential Search

Bryn Athyn College is seeking applicants for the position of President. The President is the chief executive officer of the school, reporting directly to the Board of Trustees, and has responsibility for and oversight of all campus administration, faculty, and students. In addition to leading the institution in the development of a financially sustainable vision, the President of Bryn Athyn College is responsible for: 

• Leading the school toward the achievement of its mission
• Developing and implementing a strategic plan 
• Leading the institution’s fundraising efforts
• Establishing and managing the College’s annual operating budget
• Working collaboratively with key stakeholders, including the Board of Trustees, Academy Corporation, Chancellor, administrators, Faculty Council, students, and the Alumni Association

Currently reporting to the President are the Dean of the Theological School, the Dean of Academics, the Dean of Faculty, the Dean of Student Life, the Chief Financial Officer, the Director of Admissions, and the Director of Institutional Advancement.

Bryn Athyn College offers undergraduate majors in Biology, Business, Early Childhood and Special Education, English and Communications, Human Society, Interdisciplinary, Mathematics, Psychology, and Religion. The institution also offers a Master of Divinity and the Master of Arts in Religious Studies.

As stated in the institution’s by-laws, the successful candidate will be a member of the General Church of the New Jerusalem. Thus, the College seeks a candidate who loves both the New Church and liberal arts education. Professional experience in academia and a graduate degree are preferred, but the position is open to candidates with other backgrounds.

Applicants should submit a letter of interest and a curriculum vitae by October 1, 2024. The successful candidate is expected to assume her/his responsibilities by July of 2025.

Nominations, application materials, and inquiries should be addressed to:

Bryn Athyn College Presidential Search Committee

Attention: Chancellor Peter Buss, Jr.

P.O. Box 743

Bryn Athyn, PA 19009

Peter.Buss.Jr@newchurch.org

267-502-4918

Posted 09-16-2024

Assistant Professor of Psychology

The Department of Psychology at Bryn Athyn College invites applications for a full-time tenure-track appointment as an assistant professor to begin July 1, 2025. Applicants should hold a PhD/DSW or ABD in Psychology or a related field (if ABD, the PhD should be conferred by the start date for the position).

The psychology major at Bryn Athyn College is vibrant and growing. A successful candidate must be committed to undergraduate teaching. Ideally, teaching specialties would include clinical psychology, counseling psychology, research courses, and some core curricular courses. The position also involves advising and mentoring students and contributing to developing a psychology program that engages spiritual perspectives.

In recruiting for this position, the Psychology Department is motivated to broaden the range of teaching specialties and experiences represented within our department. Qualified candidates ideally would be able to offer new courses that would strengthen the department’s appeal to Bryn Athyn College’s diverse student body. We are especially interested in applicants who can effectively work with students from all backgrounds, including, but not limited to, racial and ethnic minorities and first-generation college students.

Bryn Athyn College is a small, private, coeducational, liberal arts college affiliated with the New Church, a Christian denomination based on the theology of Emanuel Swedenborg. Bryn Athyn serves as an intellectual center for all who desire to engage in higher education enriched, guided, and structured by the study of the Old Testament, New Testament, and theological writings of Emanuel Swedenborg. We seek applicants who are committed to the College’s mission and values and interested in contributing to a curriculum shaped by New Church concepts. For information about Bryn Athyn College and its mission, see www.brynathyn.edu.

To apply, please use the link provided which will allow you to upload your, CV, copies of graduate transcripts, and names of three professional references In your letter of application, please discuss your interest in and ability to contribute to Bryn Athyn College’s New Church mission and to teach in a psychology program at a liberal arts institution. The application deadline is November 11th, 2024. Bryn Athyn College is an equal-opportunity employer.

Posted 07-16-2024

General Church
Ministry and Education Recruiter

The General Church of the New Jerusalem (GC) exists to provide for the worship of the Lord Jesus 
Christ in His second coming, the spreading of the truths of the New Church throughout the world, 
the promotion of a useful life of service to others, and the treatment of others with care and 
wisdom. Its headquarters are in Bryn Athyn, Pennsylvania, and it oversees dozens of congregations 
and elementary schools throughout the world. The General Church also collaborates closely with its 
sister organizations, the Academy of the New Church Secondary Schools, and Bryn Athyn College to 
advance and deliver New Church education and programs at all levels, from pre‐school through 
college, undergraduate and graduate degrees.

We are currently seeking a Ministry and Education Recruiter to oversee all aspects of growing the 
talent pool of ministers and teachers throughout the General Church congregations.

Position Overview

Reporting to the Director Human Resources and taking direction from the Dean of the Theological 
School and the Coordinator of New Church Schools, the Ministry and Education Recruiter will expand 
existing channels and create new pipelines for identifying and fostering relationships with 
potential ministers and teachers, maintain relationships with relevant programs, including Bryn 
Athyn College and its Divinity programs, to promote careers in New Church education and the 
ministry within the GC. This role has the option to be performed remotely, but with the expectation 
of regular in‐person meetings and attendance at certain events.

Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Designing and implementing an overall recruitment strategy for developing a pipeline of talent for current and future teaching and clergy positions
• Sourcing and recruiting candidates both into the education programs as students, as well asqualified individuals in fulfilling employment needs
• Developing and coordinating recruiting events at GC conferences and in GC congregations
• Developing recruitment and marketing materials
• Helping to establish a culture of promoting teaching and ministry careers within the church.
• Providing candidates with explanation of benefits and opportunities available at the General Churc
• Connecting potential candidates with people already in the field
• Interviewing, screening, and evaluating potential candidates
• Conducting phone, in‐person, and virtual interviews
• Placing qualified candidates in the teacher or minister development pipeline
• Working with the Dean of Theological School and with GC Principals, in collaboration with GC Education, to assess needs, give counsel regarding candidates, communicate regarding potential future candidates, etc., and to host candidates within school classrooms, to determine a possible fit
• Tracking candidates through the recruitment and placement process
• Serving as the primary point of contact for candidates, coordinating with others in the recruitment process
• Supporting the hiring managers in onboarding new candidates
• Developing recruitment metrics to track and evaluate recruiting programs

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent experience
• Exceptional communication skills; written, oral and listening
• Solid knowledge and understanding of New Church concepts and New Church Education, and awillingness to promote them
• Strong interpersonal skills; able to build relationships and connections
• Self‐driven; comfortable working independently and in a team environment
• Good project management and resource management skills

Desired Additional Qualifications

• Previous experience in recruiting is preferred
• Comfort in speaking and interacting with wide variety of individuals
• Creative and strategic thinking and problem solving

To apply:
Interested candidates should send a resume and cover letter outlining how they meet the specific 
requirements of the position to Karen Stoeller, Director of HR, at karen.stoeller@anc‐gc.org by 
August 15, 2024.

Address the cover letter to:
Karen Day Stoeller
Director of Human Resources
General Church and Academy of the New Church 1100 Cathedral Drive
PO Box 813
Bryn Athyn, PA 19009
karen.stoeller@anc‐gc.org

Posted 3-1-2024

Full-Time Teacher, Mixed Responsibilities

Washington New Church School (WNCS) is seeking applications for a teaching position which will comprise various duties across all our K-8th classrooms for the 2024/25 school year. This position will include duties in multiple different subjects and age groups as well as the flexibility to team-teach with other teachers.

Responsibilities: The exact duties will be determined through a negotiation between the applicant’s interests, abilities and WNCS specific needs but likely duties include: kindergarten aide, Grades 1-8th PE, Grade 3&4 art, 7-8th grammar and geography, 5th grade math. All teaching responsibilities include prep and planning, managing student behavior, record keeping, assessments and communications with families and other faculty.

Personal and Professional Requirements:

• Love of students
• Knowledge of New Church Educational principles
• Baptized in the New Church
• Active Participant in the Organized New Church
• Ability to work collaboratively with other teachers, parents and community groups
• Commitment to marriage as defined in the Word and Heavenly Doctrines
• Strong classroom management skills
• Bachelors degree

Helpful Experience and Skills

• Conventional classroom teaching
• Strong written, oral communication skills
• Strong interpersonal/networking skills
• Firm and friendly boundary setting and classroom management ability
• Strong organization and follow through.
• Specialization in any of the following: PE, art, performing arts and math

Please submit resumes and/or questions by March 22nd, 2024 to: 

Brian Smith, Principal 

brian.smith@washnewchurch.org  

301-850-3029 (cell)

301-464-5602 (office)

11914 Chantilly Ln, Mitchellville, MD. 20721

Posted 01-16-2024

Director of Admissions

Pittsburgh New Church School (PNCS)/ Multi-Sensory Institute (MSI)

Job Description

DIRECTOR OF ADMISSIONS (PART TIME)

The Pittsburgh New Church School is a small, New Christian K-8 school that tailors its instruction to the needs of children with dyslexia, while also serving non-dyslexic children. Combining small class sizes with evidence-based instructional techniques such as the Orton-Gillingham method, and building on a strong foundation of charitable and God-centered principles, PNCS is a safe and happy place for children to learn. For more information, please visit our website at https://www.pittsburghnewchurchschool.org.

PNCS seeks an outgoing, organized self-starter to serve as Director of Admissions. The Director of Admissions builds connections with the local community and develops relationships with parents, while also managing outreach, student recruitment, admission, and enrollment efforts. The Director of Admissions is an important member of a small, collaborative team. The successful candidate will understand the importance of building meaningful and lasting relationships with all community

stakeholders and will have the skills and experience to do so.

Application Deadline: February 15, 2024

Key Responsibilities

• Build strong relationships with current and prospective parents, as well as with the local dyslexia community and with other area schools to encourage referrals
• Plan and participate in recruitment events, including open houses, on-campus visits, speaking engagements and other outreach opportunities
• Work with the Principal, the Pastor, and the rest of the team to develop and implement a marketing and outreach strategy to build PNCS/MSI into the premier dyslexia school in the Pittsburgh area and within the New Church
• Manage and coordinate the inquiry, referral, admissions, enrollment, re-enrollment and financial aid process for each student, including necessary paperwork and the use of an online enrollment and billing management program such as TADS
• Develop the school’s inquiry database/contact list, meet enrollment targets, and provide regular updates to the team on key admissions and retention metrics

Required Qualifications

• Team player with strong relationship-building and communication skills; a “people person”
• Passionate about education and children
• Comfortable with occasional public speaking and presenting to diverse audiences
• Organized, punctual, detail oriented
• Some professional background in a relevant field, such as school admissions; marketing for schools or summer camps; relationship and community-building around a school, camp, church, activity, or in the nonprofit sector
• Pass state-required clearances/background checks

Desired Additional Qualifications

• Personal or professional experience with children who have dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia and/or ADHD
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant field, such as education, special ed/dyslexia, social work, or marketing/communications
• Previous school admissions experience; proven track record of success in marketing a school or building/managing admissions
• Experience with TADS or similar admissions/financial aid/billing software and with the Google suite of programs (Google Docs, etc.)
• Experience in dealing with elementary and middle-school parents and familiarity with the needs of that group
• Experience in web design and/or in planning and executing marketing and communications activities
• Experience in grant writing and/or fundraising
• Strong writing/editing skills to contribute to newsletters and other communications aimed at current and prospective families and community stakeholders
• Understanding of and commitment to the value of a New Church education

Work Location, Hours and Salary

• This position is in-person, not remote. Although some work can be done off-site or online, the position requires you to be an active and present member of the campus community. For outreach activities, some local travel is required. Occasional work outside of school hours, such as for after-school events, is required.
• This position is part-time (20 hours per week, year round). For candidates who bring additional skill sets, there may be the potential to build this into a full-time, benefits-eligible position, such as a combined Director of Admissions/Director of Marketing.
• The salary range for this part-time, 20-hour/week position is $28,000 to $35,000 per year.

To Apply:

Resumes should be sent to Principal Cynthia Glenn at principal@pittsburghnewchurchschool.org

Posted 08-06-2024

Glencairn Museum
Part-Time Weekend Entryway Host

Job Description
Glencairn Museum is seeking a part-time weekend entryway host. Afternoon shifts begin at 12:15 pm and end at 4:30 pm. Training will take place on days and times determined by the availability of the successful applicant. Occasional weekday and evening work opportunities will be available.

The entryway host is responsible for welcoming visitors to the Museum and contributes to creating a kind welcoming environment.

Details

• $12.50 hourly rate
• Hours vary from 5 to 10 hours per week
• Part-time, no benefits
• Reports to visitor services manager

Glencairn Museum is part of the Academy of the New Church and is affiliated with the
General Church of the New Jerusalem (newchurch.org), a Christian denomination based on the theology of Emanuel Swedenborg. The mission of Glencairn Museum is to create an intentional space that invites visitors to encounter religious art and artifacts as expressions of spiritual beliefs and practices. The Museum places a particular emphasis on art and artifacts that reflect the beliefs and practices of the New Church (Swedenborgian Christian) and the history of Glencairn, a National Historical Landmark.

Glencairn is seeking applicants committed to the Museum’s mission and values. For more information about Glencairn Museum and its mission, please visit glencairnmuseum.org/about-us.

Responsibilities

1. Support the mission of Glencairn Museum.
2. Open and close the main entryway for all entering and exiting staff, volunteers, and visitors.
3. Verbally greet all visitors.
4. Orient arriving visitors to the Museum.
5. Interact with arriving visitors about what is offered that day, and where to check in.
6. Assist visitor services representative in tracking attendance and demographics.
7. Assist visitor services representative with Museum Shop sales processing.
8. Serve as backup to the visitor services representative when needed.
9. Assist Museum interpreters in moving groups to upper floors via stairs or elevator.
10. Host the Upper Hall and Great Hall when needed.
11. Answer visitors’ questions. (Answers to FAQs provided during training.)

Personal and Professional Requirements

 Employees of Glencairn Museum are expected to uphold the mission, principles, and policies of the Academy of the New Church; support the mission of Glencairn Museum; and follow all Museum policies and guidelines. Successful applicants will:

1. Maintain a professional demeanor. Treat others with courtesy and respect.
2. Follow instructions and consistently follow through on tasks.
3. Follow all Museum policies and operational procedures.
4. Communicate information clearly, carefully, and accurately.
5. Maintain a general knowledge of the history of Glencairn and the Historic District.
6. Have the ability to be stationed at the entryway for long periods.
7. Be dependable, attentive, and accommodating while always adhering to Museum policy.
8. Be at least 16 years old with either a work permit or a high school diploma or equivalent.

How to apply
Applicants should send an email to request an application to  info@glencairnmuseum.org. Submissions will be reviewed, and interviews scheduled as applications are received. The weekend host position is available to start on October 1, 2024.

Contact Person

Madalyn Schmucker
Visitor Services Manager
madalyn.schmucker@glencairnmuseum.org
267.502.2600

Posted 07-18-2024

Site Manager - Rental Events

Glencairn Museum is seeking qualified candidates to serve as rental event site managers. This position is responsible for enforcing rental and catering policies and for serving as the Museum building supervisor during rental events. Rentals typically occur on weekends and occasionally on weekday evenings. The Museum’s rental schedule is irregular, meaning that shifts may be occasional. Interested individuals should submit a letter of interest and resume to jobs@anc-gc.org.

Posted 11-29-2022

Mail Delivery Driver (substitutes)

The Academy of the New Church seeks substitute mail delivery drivers. The successful candidate(s) must be responsible, have an excellent driving record and be able to do some lifting (up to 25 lbs.), able to climb in and out of the mail truck, sort mail, and do weekly inspections of the fluid levels in the truck. Hours are year around, 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. This is an ideal job for individuals who like to keep their mornings and afternoons open. Background checks and a driving records check will be performed. Please email inquiries to: judy.merrell@ancss.org.