Compensation: $7,300-$9,600 annual compensation for this
position is based on relevant education and experience and will be
set within the listed range.
Schedule: 8-10 hours per week during the Academic Year while
school is in session, hours vary depending on class schedule and
student availability. Routine evening and occasional weekend hours
may be required. Schedule may vary according to departmental and
Academy needs.
Pay Group
Type
Status
Fiscal Year Weeks
Class
Department
Location
Exempt
Regular
Part-Time
34 Weeks (AY)
Staff
Religious Services
On-Campus
Position Purpose
Lend support to the school's Religious and Spiritual Life
department and PEA community.
Key Accountabilities
- The Instructor serves as a resource for the community towards a
broad working understanding of Buddhism, with attention given to
both the differences existing between Buddhist sects and the
similarities among them.
The Instructor collaborates with members of the Religion,
Philosophy, and Ethics department and its students as a resource in
the teaching of Buddhism.
Conduct one-on-one conversations, primarily with students and
secondarily with adults from our community, as needed.
Participate in routine meetings with the Director and other
members of the Religious and Spiritual Life staff, to be scheduled
at the convenience and availability of those involved.
Direct/Indirect Reports
None
Internal & External Contacts
Frequent contact with students, Dean of Students office, PEA
administrative and academic offices, faculty, coaches, and staff.
External contacts may include parents, outside organizations,
visitors and local community neighbors.
Position Requirements
Education
- Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Experience
- Must be a knowledgeable practitioner of Buddhism.
- Event planning experience preferred.
- Experience working with adolescents in an educational setting
preferred.
Skills & Knowledge
- Strong interpersonal skills with ability to develop and
maintain collegial relationships.
- Excellent communication (written and verbal) skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work with students by building trust
and credibility.
- Excellent analytical and problem solving skills as well as a
strong customer focus.
- A strict adherence to confidential policies is required.
- Ability to work independently and handle multiple priorities
and deadlines simultaneously.
- Proficient in MS Office.
- Willingness and ability to learn additional applications as
needed.
- High degree of organizational skills with the ability to be
flexible and multi-task with accuracy.
- Ability to follow verbal and written directions, maintain a
professional demeanor and restraint at all times, including
stressful situations.
- Demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusivity and to
serving the needs of a diverse and inclusive community with
diplomacy and tact.
Additional Requirements
- Successfully complete a criminal background check (reviewed
every 5 years).
- Clean Driving record (reviewed annually).
