Buddhist Meditation Instructor – School & Community

Exeter

Exeter (NH)

On-site

USD 7,300 - 9,600

Part time

14 days+

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Job summary

Phillips Exeter Academy in Exeter, NH seeks a part-time Buddhist Instructor to lend support to the Religious and Spiritual Life department and the PEA community. The role involves teaching and guiding students and staff on Buddhist perspectives, with emphasis on interfaith understanding.

The schedule is 8-10 hours per week during the Academic Year, with occasional evening and weekend hours as needed. Applicants should be a knowledgeable practitioner of Buddhism with experience engaging

Qualifications

Must be a knowledgeable practitioner of Buddhism.
Event planning experience preferred.
Experience working with adolescents in an educational setting preferred.

Responsibilities

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.