Careers

Job Title: Director of Development
Reports to: Executive Vice President
Department: Advancement
Classification: Exempt
Schedule: Year-round

The Director of Development is a leader at Cristo Rey Jesuit High School who is responsible for the annual fundraising goal of approximately $2.5 million. The Director is a major gifts officer of Cristo Rey who stewards a portfolio of approximately 100 individuals, corporations, and foundations. The Director seeks new sources of support by assessing and identifying financial needs in the school, researching potential funders, and composing case statements and unique funding proposals. The Director of Development reports to the Executive Vice President (EVP) and serves as a key liaison to stakeholders including individuals, community organizations, corporations, and foundations invested in Cristo Rey’s success.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Direct a comprehensive fundraising program for Cristo Rey responsible for an annual goal of $2.5 million.
• Work closely with the EVP to set fundraising goals that are approved by the Board of Directors and accomplish goals against monitored expenses. Additionally, build annual expense budget for all development functions and monitor expenses throughout the year.
• Steward a portfolio of Cristo Rey major donors and ensure they are engaged in the work of Cristo Rey through creative impact reports, thoughtful acknowledgements, and personal interactions.
• Prepare and pitch proposals for funding by individual donors and family foundations and explore creative, multi-year requests. As the Director of Development, anticipate in-person meetings and some local travel as necessary.
• Manage a three-person professional fundraising team responsible the calendar of appeals, individual, corporate, and foundation proposals, scholarship management and relationship building, and special event fundraising. Provide guidance, leadership and direction - including clearly defined performance expectations - and encourage professional development for the team.
• Identify and cultivate donors who are prospects for planned gifts and oversee all activities of the 1996 Society.
• Utilize Raisers Edge NXT to track and plan all donor interactions and file correspondence as appropriate. Additionally, ensure that Raisers Edge NXT is properly maintained and gift acknowledgements are timely.
• Work closely with the Sr. Manager of Corporate and Foundation Relations and the Director of Business Development and Strategy to engage current and prospective job partners with philanthropic activities of Cristo Rey.
• Work closely with the Director of Communications to provide content for and input on publications, newsletters, and marketing materials, as well as ensure messaging and branding of all communications and event activities meets high standards.
• Collaborate with the Business Office to ensure accurate record keeping for audit and reporting purposes.
• Collaborate with the Leadership Advisory Council (LAC) to ensure their volunteerism is meaningful for both the LAC members – with an increasing number of alumni members – and the Cristo Rey community.
• Collaborate with the College Counseling office to engage alumni and link companies with alumni.
• Provide support to the EVP and President in areas of board reporting and board member identification and recruitment.
• Participate in Cristo Rey Network and Jesuit Schools Network meetings and events as necessary and represent Cristo Rey Jesuit High School at conferences, meetings, and events with the President and EVP.

Qualifications:

• The ideal candidate will have a minimum of seven years of professional development experience, including two years of management experience.
• Demonstrated success identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding individual gifts, foundation grants, and gifts of $10,000 and above.
• Enjoy working in a dynamic, results-oriented environment where expectations are high for quality of work and relationship management.
• Proven ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with all institutional stakeholders.
• A strong team player with a history of working effectively on interdisciplinary teams.
• Results oriented with the ability to anticipate and overcome challenges, persevere, and meet goals.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to plan, organize, and manage multiple complex activities and experience with budgeting.
• Demonstrated ability in planning and implementing goals and initiatives with a high degree of flexibility and initiative.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and CRM systems. Proficiency with CMS systems a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Campaign experience is a plus.
• Bilingual in Spanish is a plus.
• A passionate commitment to serving students in need and a commitment to the mission, values, and goals of Cristo Rey, and willingness to participate in adult faith formation.

Start Date: ASAP

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

Job Title: Admissions Coordinator 
Department:  Academics
Reports to:  Assistant Principal for Student Services
Classification:  Non-Exempt 
Schedule:  Seasonal 

The successful staff member will have a commitment to Catholic education and a willingness to work with a population of diverse learners. The Admissions Coordinator is a 20-week seasonal position with approximately 20 weekly hours and reports to the Assistant Principal for Student Services. The primary role of the Admissions Coordinator is to assist in student recruitment at various elementary schools throughout the Chicago area and support the Admissions Director in the day-to-day operations of the Admissions Office. The Admissions Coordinator also assists families through the application and registration process. Candidates must demonstrate ability to communicate well in Spanish, be a self-starter, have strong people skills and be able to handle multiple tasks at the same time. 

Primary Responsibilities 

• Attend school visits, fairs and other recruitment activities 
• Call and follow up with elementary school contacts regarding recruitment visits 
• Process and update admission files 
• Record all admission documents in admissions online platform and applicant’s file 
• Coordinate and confirm submission of all necessary admission requirements for each applicant 
• Articulates the mission and vision of Cristo Rey in a friendly and approachable way to parents, students, and school personnel 
• Foster and maintain positive working relationships with local public, charter and Catholic elementary schools, churches and community organizations 
• Guide prospective students and parents through the admissions process, from inquiry through enrollment by phone, video conference, and through in person meetings 
• Coordinate and conduct tours of the school and other activities for prospective students and their parents 
• Maintains careful records of visits, interest, and follow-up 
• Provide administrative support to the department as needed including, but not limited to, phone calls to parents and prospective students, organizing mailings and other department needs 
• Assist with various duties as assigned by the Admissions Director 

Requirements 

• Bilingual; ability to communicate well in Spanish and ability to translate documents 
• Familiarity with and support of the Catholic, Jesuit mission of the school 
• Strong organization skills; ability to prioritize multiple projects at a time 
• Must be detail-oriented with a focus on project coordination and scheduling 
• Some evenings and weekends 
• Strong computer skills 
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills 
• Associate’s degree or Bachelor’s degree required 
• Must have a valid driver’s license 
• Use of personal vehicle required 

Start Date: Immediately  

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

Job Title:  Long-term Substitute Teacher, Biology 
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 sections of Biology from October 2021 to early January 2022. 

Primary Duties and 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.

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

Job Title: Head Varsity Coach for Girls 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 Varsity Coach for Girls 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 Girls Basketball 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 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
https://form.jotform.com/210546259833156 

Contact
Ms. Rocio Juarez at rjuarez@cristorey.net