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Current Openings within the Academy, General Church, & Bryn Athyn College

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Current employment opportunities at the Academy of the New Church Secondary Schools are available by visiting here.

Re-Posted 8-22-2026

 

New Church Audio Assistant, Part-Time (10-20 hours/week)

 

The General Church of the New Jerusalem exists to provide for the worship of the Lord Jesus Christ, 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.

 

We are currently seeking a part-time New Church Audio Assistant to support New Church Audio and assist with the digitization and cataloging of cassettes. Specific responsibilities for this position include:

  • Monitor the New Church Audio website and report any issues with the website and the mobile-friendly site.
  • Manage items on website/database (20,000 items and growing),and correct and fix listed items as needed.
  • Process audio cassette archives, digitizing as needed. Carefully check audio cassettes, and enter information into the New Church Audio website/database.
  • Convert cassettes to MP3 format and check audio quality. Edit MP3 files, as appropriate, to remove music, balance sound, fade in/out, and remove silence.
  • Enter metadata for all digitized audio files and save each to the server. Upload files to the New Church Audio website and database.
  • Ensure speaker names, dates, locations, and sermon text/lessons are accurate on the website/database.
  • Process archival master CDs when needed; rip CDs for files not on the server for which there are not higher-quality cassettes to digitize.

Qualified candidates will be detail oriented and self-motivated. The ability to hear well and discern audio files is essential for distinguishing between various copies of same recording and identifying which copy should be digitized, saved and uploaded.

 

Additional qualifications include:

  • Ability to distinguish audio quality (e.g., when audio is too fast or too slow)
  • Familiarity with, or the willingness to learn, audio editing software such as Audacity or similar software
  • Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
  • Some lifting is required (everything is stored in boxes that are stacked)
  • Familiarity with General Church speakers’ voices helpful in identifying recordings

Interested candidates should send a resume and cover letter to:

 

Bethany Soneson, New Church Audio

Email: Bethany.Soneson@newchurch.org

 

Posted 6-25-2026

 

Senior Accountant

 

The General Church of the New Jerusalem (GCNJ) exists to provide for the worship of the Lord Jesus Christ, 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 sister organizations, the Academy of the New Church (ANC), and Bryn Athyn College (BAC) to advance and deliver religious education and programs at all levels, from pre-school through college.


The General Church is currently seeking a Senior Accountant. Reporting to Controller of the General Church

 

Position Summary


The Senior Accountant is responsible for performing routine accounting functions for the General Church and supporting the Controller in both monthly and year-end closing processes. This role ensures the accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of financial information.


Key Responsibilities

 

  • Perform general ledger accounting and maintain financial records
  • Review and record routine bank activity
  • Complete account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies
  • Process and monitor:
    • Revenue recognition
    • Cash receipts
    • Accounts receivable (AR)
    • Accounts payable (AP)
  • Create and post journal entries
  • Prepare schedules and detailed account analysis
  • Review account activity to ensure accuracy and completeness
  • Assist the Controller with month-end and year-end close
  • Provide documentation and schedules for external audit
  • Maintain confidentiality of sensitive financial information

 

Qualifications & Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting (preferred) or related business/finance field
  • Minimum of 5 years of accounting or related experience
  • Strong understanding of general accounting principles and processes
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel)
  • Experience with Blackbaud (preferred)
  • Excellent diligence and accuracy
  • Strong judgment and discretion in handling confidential information

Interested candidates should send a resume referencing position title to:


David Butler General Church Controller
Email: David.Butler@newchurch.org


Please refer to the Senior Accountant position title in your correspondence.


An equal opportunity employer.

 

Posted 6/16/2026

 

 

Rental Supervisor

 

Glencairn Museum is seeking part-time site supervisors to oversee private rentals taking place on the grounds and within the building. The rental supervisor reports to the rentals manager, and represents the Museum in their absence during rental events. Primary responsibilities include enforcing policy with the event clients, guests, and vendors while they are on site; managing emergencies according to Museum policy and protocols; and occasionally supervising and coordinating event staff during the rental. 

 

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

 

Details and Working Conditions:

 

This position is scheduled outside of Museum open hours, meaning that it shifts frequently fall on weekday evenings and weekends. The payrate is $20 per hour. Hours vary greatly by month; October and May are the peak months, with hour reaching a maximum of five to ten hours per week. The majority of shifts are between two and five hours in length.

 

Work schedules will be determined based on the reported availability of the employee and the needs of the Museum. Successful candidates will have weekend availability in the fall and spring and the ability to work occasional evening shifts until 10:00 or 11:00 pm. This position best suits candidates with other part-time or full-time work.

 

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

 

  1. Maintain proficiency with Museum rental and catering policies.
  2. Maintain proficiency with Museum’s emergency procedures.
  3. Receive vendors (caterers, photographers, videographers, etc.) when they arrive on-site prior to an event, explicitly reviewing with them expectations, procedures, and restrictions.
  4. Greet clients when they arrive on-site for the event.
  5. Maintain a visible presence during rental events.
  6. Ensure that clients, vendors, and guests abide by all policies throughout the event.
  7. Ensure that spills, broken glassware, etc. are immediately cleaned up by catering or custodial staff.
  8. Ensure that guests and visitors leave the Museum promptly upon the completion of the event.
  9. Ensure that caterers properly follow cleaning instructions upon the completion of the event.
  10. Conduct a closing security round of the Museum after clients, guests, and vendors have left the site, and set the Museum’s alarm system.

 

Personal and Professional Requirements:

 

  1. Event management experience preferred. Catering experience can also make for a strong application.
  2. Friendly, warm, and personable, with the ability to make clients, guests, and vendors feel welcome.
  3. Ability to enforce policies and procedures, even when challenged. 
  4. Clear and direct communication.
  5. Ability to maintain a calm presence.
  6. Desire and ability to meet the client, guest, and vendors’ requests and needs within the policies and procedures of the Museum.
  7. Be at least 20 years old with previous work experience.

 

. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the positions are filled.  Please provide Cover Letter and Resume at link below.

4-8-2026

 

Custodial Assistant

 

Glencairn Museum is seeking applicants for part-time custodial assistants. The successful candidate(s) can expect to be scheduled for an average of 10 hours per month. This position requires work on evenings and on weekends. All Museum staff must be available during the Christmas season. 

 

Custodial assistants report to the Museum’s operations manager and may be assigned custodial cleaning and/or event operations duties, including setup and restoration. The open position(s) are for assistance with event operations, including set-up, restoration, and other tasks. The successful candidate(s) are required to lift and carry up to 50 pounds. This position may also be assigned light custodial cleaning to help ensure that the Museum maintains a consistently clean, orderly, and welcoming appearance. 

 

Moving Museum furniture and cleaning and maintaining the building, furniture, floors, doors, and other furnishings and finishes must be done according to museum industry best practices, and all tasks must be carried out in compliance with OSHA and other government regulations. Employees of Glencairn Museum are expected to uphold the mission, principles, and polices of The Academy of the New Church; support the mission of Glencairn Museum; and follow all Museum policies and guidelines.

 

Primary duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

 

  • Consulting event and restoration floor plans and accurately completing setup and restoration without direction.
  • Lifting and carrying furniture and rugs.
  • Serving as event staff (e.g., carrying food, monitoring trash, etc.)
  • Performing light custodial cleaning.

 

Professional and Personal Qualifications:

  • Ability to work independently and consistently complete tasks
  • Excellent attention to detail.
  • Ability to follow policies, procedures, and regulations. 
  • Willingness and ability to follow direction.
  • Reliability, consistency, and dependability.

 

To apply, please send a resume and cover letter to: 

 

Peter Childs

Operations Manager

Glencairn Museum

1001 Cathedral Road, P.O. Box 757

Bryn Athyn, PA 19009

peter.childs@glencairnmuseum.org

 

 

Posted 6-11-2026

 

Early Childhood Teacher – Wonder Garden Afternoon Program
Bryn Athyn Church School


Schedule: Monday – Thursday, 11:45 AM – 3:15 PM (Program runs 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM)
Classification: Part-Time


About the Program
Wonder Garden is a vibrant afternoon program dedicated to preschoolers (ages 3 and 4) and kindergarteners. Designed to offer a beautifully structured play atmosphere, Wonder Garden bridges the gap between lunch, learning, and play time. Our daily rhythm includes lunchtime, rest time, creative art projects, open-ended socialization, and daily outdoor exploration. We believe in fostering motor skill development, community, and a deep connection to the environment.


Position Overview
We are seeking a warm, energetic, and dependable Early Childhood Teacher for our Wonder Garden program. In this role, you will create a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment where young children can thrive socially, emotionally, and physically. You will be responsible for overseeing the daily flow of the program, from lunchtime supervision to outdoor adventures.


Key Responsibilities

  • Daily Program Leadership: Facilitate the structured afternoon rhythm, ensuring smooth transitions between lunch, activities, and pickup.
  • Creative Engagement: Plan and lead age-appropriate activities, including art projects, drawing, and imaginative play.
  • Outdoor Exploration: Supervise and engage with children during daily outdoor time, encouraging motor skill development and a connection with nature.
  • Social & Emotional Support: Foster a positive, inclusive community where children learn to interact, share, and connect with their peers.
  • Safety & Supervision: Maintain visual supervision of all children at all times (indoors and outdoors), ensuring all safety protocols are met.
  • Communication: Greet parents and guardians warmly during dismissal and provide brief, positive updates on their child’s afternoon.

Qualifications & Skills

  • Experience: Previous experience working with preschool and/or kindergarten-aged children (ages 3–6) in a school, camp, or daycare setting preferred.
  • Passion for Play: A strong understanding of the importance of structured play and outdoor education in early childhood development.
  • Attributes: Patient, enthusiastic, reliable, and possesses excellent communication skills.
  • Physical Stamina: Ability to actively engage with children outdoors in various weather conditions, bend, lift, and move quickly if needed.
  • Requirements: Must pass all required background checks and fingerprints. First Aid/CPR certification (or willingness to obtain) is a plus.

How to Apply: If you love working with young children and want to be a part of our preschool program, please submit your resume and a brief cover letter to beth.bochneak@bacs.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.