Thursday 28 November 2013

What does a school chaplain do?

Here's a simple sign I put in my room and display for teachers as well. This is adapted from the SU role description. I've simplified the language enough for teachers. Still working on making it even simpler for my high school students. I'll post it here when I've got it.

What does a chaplain do?
1. Support students exploring their spiritual beliefs and worldviews.
2. Provide pastoral care for students and be a role model to them.
3. Participate in general activities in the life of the school.
4. Engage with local churches and community groups.
5. Participate with students in outside school events/programs.

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1 comment:

  1. Jeshanah Grace3:31 pm

    Nice. I explain to kids that my job is about keeping them 'happy and healthy'.

    More thoroughly, I put in my newsletter:

    A school chaplain, or “chappy”, provides social and emotional support to the school community. We are in the prevention and support business, helping students learn how to deal with a range of issues including bullying, anxiety, loss and loneliness. Simply, my job is to help the students be happy and healthy.

    In the school grounds, this means being available to provide a listening ear to students, running team and individual games that teach resilience and teamwork and providing pastoral care to meet practical needs where possible.

    Chaplaincy is also about providing support to staff and parents and connecting with the wider community.

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