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Job Title: Training Specialist
Department: Corporate Work Study Program (CWSP)
Reports to: Director of Training and Academic Integration
Start Date: Immediate

As a Corporate Work Study Program (CWSP) instructional team member, you will develop and deliver college and career readiness training as part of our transformative educational model. With a focus on pre-work placement training, you will help our young people to develop the necessary skills to be successful at their job placements and as future leaders. Current classes include Microsoft Suite training; Leadership & Career Development; and Problem Solving in the Workplace; all while practicing the soft skills necessary for success in a professional setting.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

The Training Specialist is an instructional leader that supports students’ workforce readiness, with the purpose to better prepare them for success in our Corporate Work Study Program (CWSP) and in the 21st century knowledge-based workforce. This person will develop and deliver curriculum, with a lens towards constantly improving our students’ leadership and professional success.

To be successful in this role, you will bring instructional expertise, be that from an educational setting or relevant community-based organization; or from continued adult formation or professional development training.

Training

• Design effective student learning experiences. Our curriculum focuses on the mastery of the following competencies within a business context: collaboration, critical thinking, communications, computer literacy (Microsoft Office Suite), and professionalism.
• Develop effective training programs and materials.
• Teach daily lessons to students across grade levels.
• Support and collaborate with the Student Training and Development Lead on weekly lesson plans, instructional materials, syllabi, etc. for assigned classes.
• Evaluate curriculum annually to determine the need to modify and elevate the program to meet corporate partner needs.
• Support the planning and execution of summer programming that provides an opportunity for students to continue their training and learn in-demand job skills.
• Support the planning and execution of the First Year Business Institute as it evolves to fit the needs of the coming schoolyear.

Grading and Assessment

• Responsible for grading weekly assignments and entering grades into the gradebook.
• Analyze student performance data to prioritize revisions to improve content effectiveness and drive student outcomes.
• Maintain close contact with parents, as necessary, for struggling students.
• Communicate with student advisors and counselors, as necessary, for struggling students
• Propose and execute a plan to summarize students’ learning and skills acquired upon completion of each semester.

Cross-Departmental Responsibilities

• Attend assigned monthly Grade Level Team Meetings along with Teaching Faculty to participate in Response to Intervention Tier 1 strategies across grade levels.
• Support the reemployment program for students let go from their CWSP positions.
• Work with teachers on evolving Executive Functioning training program
• Align priorities with college counseling and alumni relations, working together as applicable
• Serve as an advisor to an asesoria, or homeroom, of about 15 students.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university/college, advanced degree preferred
• Prior teaching experience or relevant professional development training
• Ability to review educational content from a student perspective, surface areas for improvement, and prioritize revisions
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, with particular emphasis on Excel
• Strong strategic aptitude, innovative mindset and thorough in managing tasks
• Commitment to the mission, values, and goals of Cristo Rey, and willingness to participate in adult faith formation.

To Apply: Please submit a cover letter and resume to: jobs@cristorey.net

Job Title:  Head Varsity Coach for Girls Soccer
Department:  Athletics
Reports to:  Athletic Director
Classification: Exempt       
Schedule: Seasonal  

Cristo Rey Jesuit High School, a Jesuit, college-preparatory, co-educational school seeks a Head Varsity Coach for Girls Soccer. The successful candidate will have a commitment to Catholic education and a willingness to work with a population of diverse learners. The successful Cristo Rey coach is dedicated to developing the whole person in sport, character, and skills for success in life.

The candidate will be responsible for leading the Girls Soccer program, including supervision of assistant varsity coaches and the JV coaching staff.

Qualifications

• Strong background in the sport.
• Excellent role model.
• Flexible in nature and dedicated to empowering Hispanic student-athletes.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills; familiarity with the mission of Cristo Rey Jesuit High School; the ability to respond effectively to the needs of student-athletes.
• Minimum 21 years of age, driver’s license preferred. 

Competencies

• Ability to use technology in support of instruction and athlete development.
• Commitment to working with a diverse student body.
• Familiarity with Spanish language and first-generation students preferred.
• Willingness to collaborate with others.
• Familiarity with current coaching and training methods.
• Organizational skills.

To Apply: Please submit a cover letter and resume to: jobs@cristorey.net

Job Title: Assistant Coach for Girls Soccer
Department: Athletics
Reports to: Athletic Director
Classification: Exempt
Schedule: Seasonal  

Cristo Rey Jesuit High School, a Jesuit, college-preparatory, co-educational school seeks an Assistant Coach for Girls Soccer. The successful candidate will have a commitment to Catholic education and a willingness to work with a population of diverse learners. The successful Cristo Rey coach is dedicated to developing the whole person in sport, character, and skills for success in life.

The candidate will be responsible for assisting the girls soccer varsity and JV teams, under the supervision of the Head Varsity Coach.

Qualifications

• Strong background in the sport.
• Excellent role model.
• Flexible in nature and dedicated to empowering Hispanic student-athletes.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills; familiarity with the mission of Cristo Rey Jesuit High School; the ability to respond effectively to the needs of student-athletes.
• Minimum 21 years of age, driver’s license preferred. 

Competencies

• Ability to use technology in support of instruction and athlete development.
• Commitment to working with a diverse student body.
• Familiarity with Spanish language and first-generation students preferred.
• Willingness to collaborate with others.
• Familiarity with current coaching and training methods.
• Organizational skills.

To Apply: Please submit a cover letter and resume to: jobs@cristorey.net

Job Title: Long Term Substitute – CWSP Instructor  
Department: Corporate Work Study Program (CWSP) 
Reports to:  Director of Training and Academic Integration 
Dates: Immediately through June 30, 2022 

As a Corporate Work Study Program (CWSP) instructional team member, you will develop and deliver college and career readiness training as part of our transformative educational model. With a focus on pre-work placement training, you will help our young people to develop the necessary skills to be successful at their job placements and as future leaders. Current classes include Microsoft Suite training; Leadership & Career Development; and Problem Solving in the Workplace; all while practicing the soft skills necessary for success in a professional setting.  

Primary Duties and Responsibilities: 

The CWSP Instructor is an instructional leader that supports students’ workforce readiness, with the purpose to better prepare them for success in our Corporate Work Study Program (CWSP) and in the 21^st century knowledge-based workforce. This person will develop and deliver curriculum, with a lens towards constantly improving our students’ leadership and professional success.  

To be successful in this role, you will bring instructional expertise, preferably from an educational setting or relevant community-based organization. You should be eager to stay on the cutting edge of new educational technologies and teaching methods. You are someone who enjoys fostering youth development, interacting with students, and using student data to improve individual and course learning goals. 

Curriculum Planning and Teaching 

• Teach daily lessons to students across grade levels. 
• Support and collaborate with the Director of CWSP Training and Academic Integration on weekly lesson plans, instructional materials, syllabi, etc. for assigned classes. 
• Support the planning and execution of summer programming that provides an opportunity for students to continue their training and learn in-demand job skills. 
• Attend assigned monthly Grade Level Team Meetings along with Teaching Faculty to participate in Response to Intervention Tier 1 strategies across grade levels.  

Grading and Assessment 

• Responsible for grading weekly assignments and entering grades into the gradebook. 
• Analyze student performance data to prioritize revisions to improve content effectiveness and drive student outcomes. 
• Maintain close contact with parents, as necessary, for struggling students. 
• Communicate with student advisors and counselors, as necessary, for struggling students 
• Propose and execute a plan to summarize students’ learning and skills acquired upon completion of each semester. 

Other Possibilities, as needed 

• Support CWSP operations, as necessary 

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university/college, advanced degree preferred 
• Prior teaching experience or relevant professional development training 
• Ability to review educational content from a student perspective, surface areas for improvement, and prioritize revisions 
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, with particular emphasis on Excel 
• Strong strategic aptitude, innovative mindset and thorough in managing tasks 
• Commitment to the mission, values, and goals of Cristo Rey, and willingness to participate in adult faith formation. 

To Apply: Please submit a cover letter and resume to: jobs@cristorey.net

Job Title: Long-term Substitute Teacher, Social Studies
Department: Academics
Reports to: Principal

Cristo Rey Jesuit High School, a Jesuit, college-preparatory, co-educational school for grades 9-12 seeks a long-term substitute teacher. Reporting to the Principal, this individual is responsible for teaching two classes of American Civics (United States Government & Politics).

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

Curriculum and Instructional Responsibilities

• teach their assigned classes and maintain classroom discipline.
• design and implement approved curriculum.
• maintain a positive learning environment in the classroom.
• develop fair and consistent grading procedures in accordance with guidelines of the school.
• assign meaningful homework and hold students accountable for it.
• develop and promptly grade and return tests, quizzes and/or other evaluative instruments that measure students’ learning progress.
• provide assistance for students having difficulties and/or needing extra time.

General Supervision Responsibilities

• check attendance in each class and maintain good order and cleanliness in the classroom.
• prefect or substitute on a daily basis as assigned.
• serve as an Asesor/a (~Homeroom teacher) as needed.
• enforce school policies regarding student behavior.
• follow school procedures and assume appropriate responsibility during fire and tornado drills, emergencies, etc.

Communication/Coordination Responsibilities

• turn in grades according to the calendared schedule.
• openly communicate with parents regarding student progress.
• check e-mail and voice mail every day and return parent phone calls promptly.
• inform counselors when students have extraordinary difficulties and cooperate with counselors’ requests for information.
• attend all academic functions of the school: Faculty Meetings, Parents-to-School Day, Report Card Day, In-service Days, Graduation, Staff Retreat, and other “all-school” occasions as determined by the Principal.
• maintain professional, positive and constructive relationships with colleagues, administrators and staff.

Other Responsibilities

• foster the mission of the school.
• continue his/her professional development.
• respect and care for the school’s equipment.
• actively support the spiritual formation mission of the school.
• contribute to the school’s co-curricular program by providing service as possible.

Qualifications:

• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills; familiarity with the goals, objectives, and mission of Cristo Rey Jesuit High School; the ability to respond effectively to the needs of students; knowledge of adolescent development and pedagogical best practices.
• Necessary skills include excellent written and verbal communication skills in English (and preferably in Spanish as well) in addition to the ability to meet deadlines.
• Experience working with first-generation students is preferred.
• Education: A minimum of a bachelor’s degree.

Job Title: Head JV Coach for Boys Basketball
Department: Athletics
Reports to: Athletic Director
Classification: Exempt
Schedule: Seasonal

Cristo Rey Jesuit High School, a Jesuit, college-preparatory, co-educational school seeks a Head JV Coach for Boys Basketball. The successful candidate will have a commitment to Catholic education and a willingness to work with a population of diverse learners. The successful Cristo Rey coach is dedicated to developing the whole person in sport, character, and skills for success in life. 

The candidate will be responsible for leading the Boys JV team, including supervision of an assistant coach.  This position reports to the Head Varsity Boys Basketball Coach.

Qualifications:

• Strong background in the sport.
• Excellent role model.
• Flexible in nature and dedicated to empowering Hispanic student-athletes.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills; familiarity with the mission of Cristo Rey Jesuit High School; the ability to respond effectively to the needs of student-athletes.
• Minimum 21 years of age, driver’s license preferred.

Competencies:

• Ability to use technology in support of instruction and athlete development.
• Commitment to working with a diverse student body.
• Familiarity with Spanish language and first-generation students preferred.
• Willingness to collaborate with others.
• Familiarity with current coaching and training methods.
• Organizational skills.

To Apply: Please submit a cover letter and resume to: jobs@cristorey.net

Job Title: Assistant Coach for Boys Basketball
Department: Athletics
Reports to: Athletic Director
Classification: Exempt
Schedule: Seasonal

Cristo Rey Jesuit High School, a Jesuit, college-preparatory, co-educational school seeks an Assistant Coach for Boys Basketball. The successful candidate will have a commitment to Catholic education and a willingness to work with a population of diverse learners. The successful Cristo Rey coach is dedicated to developing the whole person in sport, character, and skills for success in life.

The candidate will be responsible for assisting the boys basketball varsity and JV teams. This position reports to the Head Varsity Boys Basketball Coach.

Qualifications:

• Strong background in the sport.
• Excellent role model.
• Flexible in nature and dedicated to empowering Hispanic student-athletes.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills; familiarity with the mission of Cristo Rey Jesuit High School; the ability to respond effectively to the needs of student-athletes.
• Minimum 21 years of age, driver’s license preferred.

Competencies:

• Ability to use technology in support of instruction and athlete development.
• Commitment to working with a diverse student body.
• Familiarity with Spanish language and first-generation students preferred.
• Willingness to collaborate with others.
• Familiarity with current coaching and training methods.
• Organizational skills.

To Apply: Please submit a cover letter and resume to: jobs@cristorey.net

Job Title: Bus Driver
Department: Corporate Work Study Program (CWSP)
Reports to: Sr. Program Manager
Start Date: Immediate – early August

A cornerstone of Cristo Rey Jesuit High School is its Corporate Work Study Program (CWSP). Through partnerships with almost 200 companies/organizations in the Chicagoland area, students work one day per week in an office environment. This educational model enables students to develop career readiness/leadership skills, cultivate a professional network, add real business value, and support the cost to attend a private, college-preparatory, Catholic high school.

Under the supervision of the Senior Program Manager of the Corporate Work Study Program the Bus Driver will be responsible for safely, professionally, and efficiently transporting students to/from their assigned work placements in and around Chicago, IL in a Corporate Work Study Program vehicle and performing activities related to the operation of the vehicle.

This is a seasonal position that follows the annual school calendar (the school year covers Mid-August through early June with school breaks and holidays per the school calendar)

This position pays $22.50 per hour with a minimum of 20 hours per week (depending on school calendar).

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Drive student workers from the school to their job placements in the morning
• Ensure a welcoming, orderly, appropriate, and professional environment
• Drive student workers from their work placements back to the school in the afternoon
• Drive CWSP vehicle and transport student workers to work and from work or to/from various events, activities, and destinations
• Follow the assigned route sheet without variation
• Be always in full charge of vehicle and report unmanageable student workers to the Sr. Program Manager
• Ensure student workers are dropped off at the correct location by watching students walk into the building of their assigned work placement
• Adhere to all rules of the road and safety rules when loading or unloading student workers
• Assist student workers into/from vehicles as needed
• Check vehicle for operating safety and submit completed, signed vehicle inspection form (conduct a pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspection including tires, gas, battery, oil, antifreeze/coolant, and vehicle fluids)
• Check, clean and perform minor servicing of assigned vehicle
• Demonstrate knowledge of assigned routes and stops by driving the route and noting stop locations before the first day of service (without student workers onboard)
• Prepare and submit required reports and completed trip logs daily
• Other duties as assigned by the Sr. Program Manager of the Corporate Work Study Program

Qualifications:

• Hold and maintain a valid driver’s license with no serious moving violations (must have valid driver's license and good driving record)
• Have a minimum of 3 years previous safe driving experience
• Have excellent integrity and demonstrate good moral character and initiative
• Exhibit a good personality that demonstrates interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with students, staff, administration, parents, business partners and the community 
• Be a reliable person of good character and good judgement who shall possess the qualifications and communication skills necessary to the duties of this position and comply with rules set in federal, state, and local regulations
• Work effectively as part of a team and efficiently as an individual
• Be flexible and adaptable as CWSP operations change or develop
• Commit to the mission and values of Cristo Rey Jesuit High School which includes a drug and alcohol-free environment
• Be sensitive to the ethnic, racial, and religious backgrounds of the student body
• Willing to work in a faith-based institution
• Subject to drug and alcohol testing
• Able to lift 25 lbs.

Application Procedure: All qualified applicants are invited to submit a resume and cover letter to jobs@cristorey.net

Cristo Rey Jesuit Volunteers  for 2021-22 School Year

Goal of Program
Mission: Cristo Rey Jesuit High School provides a Catholic, college preparatory education and professional work experience to students from Spanish speaking families with limited financial means. Vision: The reason for the school's existence is to advance the human and intellectual capacities, as well as the religious and cultural heritage, of the immigrant families it serves. Through its Corporate Work Study Program, faith-based college preparatory education, and Spanish heritage language curriculum, the goal is to prepare students to succeed in college and to assume leadership roles in the civic, religious, business and cultural life of our city and nation. As committed alumni of a Jesuit high school, graduates become men and women for others who are open to growth, religious, intellectually competent, loving, committed to justice, and work experienced.

Type of Placement
Cristo Rey Jesuit High School was established to provide working Latino families of Chicago's Southwest Side with the opportunity to afford a Jesuit, college preparatory education. Started in 1998, the program was founded in response to the extensive needs and limited resources of Cristo Rey. It has grown to be a vital part of the school's efforts in delivering quality, affordable education to our students. Our volunteers demonstrate a commitment to social justice, spiritual and personal growth, and intentional community living - all tenets of our program. Our volunteers give of their gifts and talents to serve the students and families of Cristo Rey in many roles, which could include: teaching, campus ministry, college counseling, coaching, corporate work study, volunteer coordinator, to name a few. They live in intentional community within the neighborhood and benefit from lives committed to reflection and action.

Service Area
Urban Chicago, IL

Service Length
Two years

Program Size
Total of 5 volunteers on site in an average year

Requirements
Recent college graduates who exhibit enthusiasm, drive, commitment to the vision of the school, spiritual depth, a sense of justice, flexibility, love of education, interest in living in community, stamina, compassion for others, and desire to empower youth. In sum, Cristo Rey strives to find a balance between the needs of the school and the particular gifts of each volunteer. There are many needs at Cristo Rey and it doesn't take long for a volunteer to find his or her niche within the school. Most volunteers in the past have found that they serve in the school in the classroom teaching subjects that span the curriculum. They have found their place on the field or on court coaching a wide range of athletic teams. Volunteers have led retreat programs and been heavily involved with campus ministry activities. They have also worked in various offices around school, volunteered their time at fundraising events, counseled, tutored and led many extra-curricular activities including student government, student play.

Financial Arrangements
Stipend: $400/month for living and $200/month for loan repayment or savings for grad school. Upon successful completion of the program, volunteers will receive an additional $2,500 lump sum award. All monies received are subject to payroll taxes. The school provides room and board, utilities, dental and health insurance, car insurance for school vehicles and access to a vehicle for local transportation.

Living Arrangements
Volunteers live in a local four-bedroom apartment, close to public transportation and within walking distance of the school. Volunteers share all community responsibilities which include cooking, grocery shopping, cleaning and planning spirituality and fun nights. Each week there are 2-3 community dinners and one community night which rotates between mass, spirituality, and fun. The volunteer community is designed to foster a commitment to living simply and examining the sustainability of resources in our lives.

Training
Volunteers are trained in using online grading software; volunteers complete teacher training modules on lesson planning, unit planning, and course planning; discipline, classroom management, and designing assessments.

Start Date
First weekend of August 2021

Apply
CRJHS Jesuit Volunteer Program Application 2022

Contact
Ms. Rocio Juarez at rjuarez@cristorey.net