Join Our Team

At McCurdy Ministries, we believe meaningful work can transform lives—both for those we serve and for those who serve with us. As part of our team, you’ll join a community with more than a century of history in faith, education, and service in the Española Valley. If you’re passionate about making a difference, building relationships, and helping us carry forward our mission, explore our current opportunities below.

Job Openings

We’re looking for compassionate, dedicated individuals who want to make a difference in the lives of children, families, and our community. Explore our current openings and see how your talents can help us continue transforming lives through faith, education, and service.

Current Job Openings

LEER Honors Education Internship Program (click to see full job description)
Program Director for LEER Literacy Program (click to see full job description)

LEER Honors Education Internship Program

An Experiential Learning Opportunity for Education Majors

Children & Youth Programs

The LEER Education Internship Program offers Education Majors the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in literacy instruction and child development. Interns will engage in both training and direct program delivery through a literacy-focused summer camp serving children in grades 1–6. This selective, paid 8-week internship is designed to prepare future educators with practical behavior management skills, instructional strategies, and leadership experience.

Program Structure

Total Duration: 8 weeks

Week 1: Intensive Training & Orientation

Curriculum overview and instruction methods
Behavior management techniques, specifically restorative practices
Child engagement strategies
Program operations and safety procedures

Weeks 2–8: Summer Literacy Camp Implementation

Lead learning center(arts, literacy, faith, SEL) and enrichment activities
Support restorative practices and experiential learning
Mentor students to improve reading confidence and comprehension
Collaborate with staff to ensure high-quality camp programming

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must:

Be Education Majors currently enrolled in an accredited college or university
Hold a minimum GPA of 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale)
Provide one recommendation letter from an Education professor
Be at least 18 years of age
Be eligible to work in the United States

Compensation and Benefits

Stipend: $5,000 for the full 8-week program
Housing (taxable benefit): Provided at no cost for the duration of the internship
End of Summer $1,000 Education Award
Professional Development:
- Mentorship from experienced educators
- Training in curriculum design and instructional delivery
- Networking opportunities with education professionals

Apply Today!

Click here to learn more about key details of the internship program.
Click here to learn more about Camp Stars.

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Program Director

LEER: A Children’s Literacy Program for the Española Valley

Children & Youth Programs

McCurdy Ministries believes every child deserves the

chance to read, learn, and thrive. For more than 100 years,

McCurdy has empowered children, youth, and families

through education, life skills, and faith-based community

programs. Now, McCurdy is seeking a dynamic Program Director to lead and expand children and youth programs through the LEER Literacy Initiative centered around the Enchanted Forest of Reading Library and Out of School Time.

What You'll Do

Lead Literacy-focused out-of-school-time programming (Summer Camp and After-school)
Oversee and grow the school-year Reading Buddy program
Design and launch new, creative programs for children and youth
Coach and inspire staff and volunteers
Build strong partnerships with schools, families, and community groups
Track progress and help boost children’s literacy by 10% annually

What We're Looking For

Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field (Master’s degree preferably)
Experience in literacy intervention, youth development, and/or education leadership
A creative leader who connects with kids, families, staff, and community partners
Skilled in Microsoft Office and data management (Salesforce)
Passionate about Social-Emotional Learning and restorative practices

What You'll Love

Creative, family-friendly, mission-driven work environment
Flexible hours during the school year
Generous vacation, health/dental/vision subsidy, and retirement plan
$45,000- $50,000 starting salary range, with potential to grow with the organization

And all of this is only the beginning of making a difference in so many lives!

Apply Today!

Send your resume + cover letter to Kercida@McCurdy.org
Click here to learn more about LEER