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Job Title: Manager of Alumni Support
Department: Academics – College Counseling
Reports to: Director of College Counseling
Classification: Exempt
Schedule: Year-round

Cristo Rey Jesuit High School, a Jesuit, college-preparatory, co-educational school for grades 9-12, seeks a full-time Manager of Alumni Support. The Manager of Alumni Support plays an essential role in ensuring all Cristo Rey students are on track to enroll in college and complete their degree. The position requires an extraordinary commitment to serving diverse students of limited economic means - most of whom will be the first in their family to pursue a degree – through the implementation of a comprehensive, alumni advising program. The position requires extensive experience with college admissions, matriculation, and financial aid processes, a strong sense of low-income students’ and family needs in preparing for college, and the ability to manage key relationships with a variety of internal and external stakeholders. In addition, candidates should be prepared to work closely with Salesforce and integrate it into the workflow of their caseload management.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Serve as principal advisor and thought leader on best practices in college matriculation, persistence, and completion
• Set vision for alumni programming, including:
  • Conducting college campus visits according to school budgets and strategic prioritization of alumni caseload
  • Assisting students through college matriculation, course sequencing, financial aid, and transfer processes as needed
  • Planning and leading workshops for alumni and key stakeholders (parents, administrators, etc) on topics related to college matriculation and persistence processes
  • Identifying and working with struggling students to assess their needs and recommend individualized resources and solutions
  • Ensuring students take advantage of special opportunities made available to low-income college enrollees (e.g. emergency funding, travel grants, etc)
  • Communicating with alumni via telephone, text, email, videoconference, and social media platforms, leveraging Salesforce to maximize efficiency of tracking information
  • Creating and sharing resources for students that promote college success, career readiness, and job placement
  • Coordinating multiple events per year for alumni to build community and access programming
  • In light of Cristo Rey Network alumni data that affirms our students are more likely to earn their degree upon initial enrollment in a four-year program, working closely with four-year college enrollees to ensure degree completion and with students enrolled in two-year colleges to support a successful transition into a four-year program.
• Develop collaborative partnerships with colleges where alumni attend, creating capacity to link students to college/university resources that support their successful enrollment and retention
• Collaborate closely with the College Counselors to support seniors in making their college selection, learn about the alumni program prior to graduation, and identify key trends in enrollment and completion data
• Import NSC data in a timely manner into the Salesforce database and develop college enrollment, persistence, and completion reports to track and communicate latest trends and progress to developed school goals
• Build and celebrate a school‐wide college‐going culture for 9th-12th grades (e.g. publicly posting college graduations, hosting alumni panels, connecting prospective applicants to alumni in college, and promoting Cristo Rey Alumni Association, etc)
• Plan and host class reunions (5, 10, 20+ year reunions) and host quarterly social gatherings with alumni
• Work with the Director of Communications to keep alumni section of school website updated and to implement a communications plan directed towards alumni, including e-communications, social media updates (LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, etc.), newsletters, etc.
• Manage the school’s College Retention Emergency Fund and collaborate with the Advancement Office on donor reporting

Additional Responsibilities

• Represent our school at local, state and national college admissions conferences, fairs, and/or tours to help strengthen regional partnerships and college persistence expertise
• Participate in professional development opportunities offered by local college access organizations (i.e. Association of College Admissions Counselors) and Cristo Rey national office
• Connect with other alumni advising programs at Cristo Rey Network schools

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree required; Masters preferred
• At least 3 years of experience in college or high school advising with economically disadvantaged, racially diverse students and their families
• Spanish language skills are required
• Strong understanding of the academic, financial, and social barriers to college access persistence for underrepresented, first‐generation students
• Highly collaborative, autonomous, and dynamic leader with the ability to manage a large number of professional relationships with a variety of stakeholders
• Relentless focus on results, high level of accountability, self-starter, and willingness to do “whatever it takes,” including flexibility around scheduling, travel, and ability to work some evening hours and or travel to assigned colleges
• Knowledge of social media platforms, event planning, and database management a plus
• Ability to thrive in a fast‐paced, entrepreneurial school environment
• A belief that all students can succeed in college and careers
• Commitment to the mission, values, and goals of Cristo Rey, and willingness to participate in adult faith formation.

Job Title: Assistant Director of Facilities
Department: Facilities
Reports to: Director of Facilities
Classification: Exempt
Schedule: Year Round

A highly regarded Catholic school, Cristo Rey serves students in grades 9-12 and offers an engaging dual language curriculum program integrated with hands-on work experience allowing students unrivaled career exploration and mentorship, positioning them to succeed in college and beyond.

Reporting to the Director of Facilities, the Assistant Director of Facilities is a key contributor supporting the education of Cristo Rey students by ensuring a well-maintained environment conducive to learning. The assistant director of facilities is responsible for maintaining the building grounds in a safe, clean, and functioning condition. Their primary responsibilities are to work within the annual schedule, plan, and budget for the facilities that has been established by the Director of Facilities. The assistant director will manage a repair and maintenance team member and a security officer. In addition to the day-to-day operations, the assistant director will be equipped and knowledgeable in responding to unanticipated needs and tasks that require immediate attention.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Support the Director of Facilities in supervision and evaluation of school’s maintenance and third-party vendors.
• Together with the Director of Facilities, ensure that scheduled preventive maintenance and fire safety procedures are in place and being performed in accordance with industry standards.
• Assist Director in determining need for outside assistance on repair issues and coordinate work to be completed according to plan.
• Assist Director in proper care and maintenance of all mechanical systems
• Support Director of Facilities with fleet vehicle maintenance including taking vehicle(s) in for any necessary repairs.
• Manage and resolve work orders received through the School Dude system.
• Perform daily building inspections identifying items that require attention.
• Perform daily check of heating/air conditioning levels throughout building and report to Director for adjustment as needed to accommodate the influence of outside conditions.
• Check snow/salt conditions in winter and address needs accordingly so that ample pathways and sidewalks are cleared between building entrances and the streets
• Check landscaping and grounds’ appearance taking regular action to maintain positive, clean and orderly appearance. This includes trash and gum removal.
• Perform necessary repairs and cleaning to ensure clean and functional furniture and equipment throughout school. This includes performing minor repair tasks such as carpentry, painting, plumbing, electrical, lighting, cleaning, etc. as directed.
• Responsible for arranging for and completing set-up and takedown for special events.
• Pick up supplies as directed from appropriate locations for tasks to be performed on-site (i.e., Grainger, Home Depot, Plumbing & electrical Supply, janitorial supply) according to plan/budget. Schedule with Director and Custodian(s) to ensure school “coverage” during the day.
• Receive (store when necessary) and distribute all deliveries to school. • Perform daily maintenance tasks according to plan with sensitivity to school schedule and usage.
• Arrange for routine distribution of janitorial supplies on a regular basis according to plan and inventories.
• Maintain adequate inventory of cleaning supplies, building supplies, materials, and equipment. Report overages or shortages to Director to assist in future procurement.

Qualifications:

• Strong service-oriented attitude
• 5 years of experience facilities and/or property management
• Demonstrated abilities in basic repair skills (carpentry, painting, plumbing, electrical, lighting, cleaning, etc.)
• Strong organization skills
• Ability to coordinate efforts among individuals and work collaboratively with others
• Strong communication skills and ability to communicate with a variety of individuals including faculty, staff, parents, and others.
• Ability to use diplomacy and discretion in managing daily contact and communication with a variety of internal and external constituencies
• Ability to use technology platforms including Office 365 applications, School Dude, and building control systems
• Commitment to the mission vision of the Cristo Rey mission
• Willingness to participate in the school’s Faith Formation program for new employees

Job Title:  Mission and Identity Officer  
Reports to:   President
Schedule: Year Round 
Classification: Exempt  

Reporting to the President, the Mission and Identity Officer ensures the school’s Jesuit identity and mission through the integration of faith into the educational and work environment of Cristo Rey Jesuit High School. This role will ensure an intentional and transparent attention to Jesuit mission and Ignatian charism and spirituality. The officer is responsible for promoting the active engagement of the school community in understanding, appreciating, sustaining, and advancing the mission of Cristo Rey.  The officer will lead and implement key initiatives, programs, services and priorities within the mission and vision of Cristo Rey Jesuit High School.  

Primary Responsibilities 

• Be an active member of the school’s Leadership Team. 
• Assume responsibility and supervision of the Campus Ministry Office. 
• Oversee the Director of Adult Formation and support those activities including Ignatian formation programs for teachers, Ignatian Evenings, the annual Faculty/Staff Retreat, and August faculty/staff day of reflection. 
• Serve as the primary caretaker of the Chapel of the Sacred Heart. 
• Coordinate the sacramental ministries of the school.  This responsibility may include both presiding at Masses (if a priest) and/or arranging for a priest to preside. 
• Responsible for assisting with the spiritual care of the Jesuit Volunteers, either as a primary support person for the JV community, or in assisting the JV Program Director with Masses, retreats, etc. 
• Assist with different aspects of student retreats: closing Masses, confessions at Kairos retreats, and other activities related to the Freshman, Sophomore, and Junior retreats. 
• Design and oversee multi-year formation program for new employees. 
• Collaborate with the JSN, provincial and regional Jesuit and Diocesan apostolic works, and the Jesuit community and its superior as representative of canonical sponsorship. 

Qualifications 

• Practicing Roman Catholic  
• A deep understanding of the Catholic faith as well as the mission of Jesuit Education 
• Demonstrated ability to form cooperative and collaborative relationships across constituencies including faculty, administrators, staff, students, alumni, parents, donors, board members and others.  
• Master’s degree in Theology, Divinity, Ministry or in a closely related field 
• Minimum of five years of supervisory experience; demonstrated ability to lead, inspire and motivate a team 
• Excellent communication skills both written and oral 
• Excellent organizational skills 
• Ability to exercise sound judgement in dealing with complex situations 
• Capacity for handling confidential information with tact and discretion 

Job Title:  Director of School Culture
Department:  Academics                                                                                            
Reports to:  Principal       
Classification:  Exempt                                                                                          
Schedule:  Year-round
Start Date:  July 1, 2022

The Director of School Culture is one of the formational leaders of the school and a member of the administrative team. She/He provides an environment where students embrace the culture, traditions, and Ignatian character of the school. Fostering this culture allows Cristo Rey Jesuit to educate young women and men to become leaders and “women and men for others” through rigorous college preparation in the Jesuit tradition. 

The Director of School Culture at Cristo Rey Jesuit High School is responsible for community building, organizing, and implementing the expectations of conduct as they relate to the behavior, discipline, safety, and attendance of the students. Additionally, the Director of School Culture will lead initiatives to foster parent, student, and community engagement. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following areas: 

Primary Responsibilities:

• Implement and uphold the student code of conduct.
• Supervise and monitor those structures developed to serve as consequences for inappropriate behavior, such as daily detentions, Saturday detentions, suspensions, expulsions, and parent meetings and phone calls. 
• Be present at the entrance of school as students enter the building in the morning and play an active role in the safety and security of the buildings and campus. 
• Oversee the development and implementation of required emergency plans, including fire drills, tornado drills and lockdown drills.
• Be present at school-related functions such as school dances, talent show, prom, etc. and work alongside the Chicago Police Department to implement security and safety measures. 
• Coordinate Beginning of Year and End of Year procedures such as locker assignment/clean-out, Student Handbook distribution, Students Identifications etc. 
• Work with the Front Office to address issues of attendance and tardiness. 
• Coordinate the school’s drug testing and appropriate follow up with results to parents and students. 
• Oversee the operation, communication, meetings, and events organized for the Asamblea de Padres (ADP).
• Organize school events that promote a positive culture. 

Method

• Use discretion in the consistent implementation of the expectations, always keeping the students’ and school’s well-being in mind. 
• Carefully monitor excessive student absences and tardies, and address attendance concerns with parents.  
• Maintain student discipline/conduct and follow through with correspondence, documentation, and record keeping relating to discipline. 
• Data entry of detentions and running statistical discipline reports. 
• Make necessary changes to the Student Handbook and policies on a yearly basis. 
• Work with Head Asesores to monitor student behavior by grade level and address accordingly. 

Formation

• Coordinate new student and faculty orientation relating to the norms of conduct and discipline as they relate to the culture of the school. 
• Collaborate with the principal in creating and maintaining school-wide systems that impact school culture.
• Assist teachers and administrators in developing, implementing, and monitoring prescribed interventions for individual students. 
• Work collaboratively with the Director of Counseling in addressing emotional issues which may be affecting student behavior. 

 Communication

• Communicate with students regarding pending discipline consequences. 
• Report students’ discipline and attendance status to parents and asesores on a regular basis. 
• Communicate with parents on a regular basis addressing behavior concerns, trends, as well as positive reinforcement and coordinate meetings as necessary.
• Maintain communication with parents through monthly Expreso newsletters.

Qualifications: 

• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Familiarity with the goals, objectives, and mission of a Jesuit college preparatory school.
• Ability to respond effectively to the needs of a diverse and demanding student and parent population.
• Knowledge of colleges, their academic programs, discipline policies and procedures.   

Competencies: 

• Fluency in both Spanish and English
• Bachelor’s Degree is required, Master’s Degree preferred
• Minimum of five years’ experience of relevant professional experience in related field 

Job Title:  Assistant Principal for Student Services
Department:  Academics
Reports to:   Principal  
Classification:  Exempt 
Schedule:  Year-round
Start Date: July 1, 2022

Cristo Rey Jesuit High School, a Jesuit, college-preparatory, co-educational school for grades 9-12 seeks an Assistant Principal for Student Services.   The successful candidate will have a commitment to Catholic education and a willingness to work with a population of diverse learners. This administrator is dedicated to developing the whole person in academics, religious growth, and commitment to others. 

The Assistant Principal is one of the formational leaders of the school and a member of the administrative team. She/He will provide an environment where administrators, teachers, counselors, and parents can collaboratively embrace the culture, traditions, and Ignatian character of the school.  Fostering this culture allows Cristo Rey Jesuit to educate young women and men to become leaders and “women and men for others” through rigorous college preparation in the Jesuit tradition.

The Assistant Principal provides leadership, supervision, and evaluation interventions in collaboration with the Principal to ensure that the school delivers on its promised mission:  developing its talented students for lives of faith, love, service and leadership through outstanding teaching and personal formation.

Primary Responsibilities:

Student Life & Formation

• Supervise and evaluate the school’s campus ministry efforts
• Supervise and evaluate the school counseling program
• Supervise and evaluate the school’s asesoria (advisory) program and Grade Level Teams
• Develop and supervise programs that support students, including the Magis period
• Supervise and evaluate the student activities program, including student leadership efforts
• Supervise and evaluate the school’s diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts
• Organize, supervise, and evaluate the school’s wellness program, including the cafeteria.

Enrollment, Admissions, and Family Involvement

• Supervise and evaluate the admissions program, including admissions and recruitment policies/procedures.
• Assist the Principal and the Admissions Committee regarding freshman admissions and transfer students.
• Organize, supervise, and evaluate the administration of all summer programs, including high school and middle-school academic and non-academic programs.

Faculty & Staff Development

• Assist the Principal and AP for Academics in supervising faculty regarding effective instruction, interaction with students, and support of academic policies.
• Assist the Administrative Team with the evaluation and professional development of teachers.

School Administration

• Serve as Acting Principal when the Principal and AP for Academics are not in the building.
• Assist the Principal in the recruiting and hiring of faculty and staff.
• Coordinate and oversee construction of the annual school calendar.
• Facilitate meetings of the Scheduling Committee.
• Organize, supervise, and plan the annual commencement exercises.
• Coordinate and oversee homeroom announcements, special schedules, and academic website postings.
• Oversee, coordinate, create, and report on the findings of surveys of various constituent groups.
• Assist the Assistant Principal for Academics in organizing, supervising, and evaluating a comprehensive school-wide testing program including Advance Placement and SAT.
• Supervise and attend after-school and weekend activities as assigned.
• Organize, plan, and implement all-school assemblies.
• Partner with the Assistant Principal for Academics in a variety of efforts, including but not limited to graduation, Report Card Days, testing days, and integration of technology in classrooms.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for community-based organizations, particularly for facility usage.
• Assist the Principal in community wide alerts and messages in English and Spanish.
• Meet with both internal and external constituencies and serve on various committees to foster unity of purpose, common understanding and teamwork; and to promote the mission and vision of the school.
• Maintain contact with the Jesuit Schools Network cohort of assistant principals, Cristo Rey Network counterparts, and with Archdiocesan assistant principals.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: 

The Assistant Principal will be a person who is engaging, organized, well-rounded, and who facilitates growth and collaboration inside and outside of the classroom. Additionally, they will:

• Provide evidence of an ability and commitment to furthering the Jesuit, Catholic mission and identity of the school. 
• Have a minimum of five years of relevant professional experience with an advanced degree in educational administration or a related field.
• Demonstrate a commitment to connect on a deep level with Latino students and their families, leveraging multicultural competencies to effect positive and culturally responsive changes within the academic program.
• Show a demonstrated track record of success in teaching in addition to leadership experience in a variety of school settings.
• Possess a Type 75/General Administrative Endorsement or its equivalent (must be earned within three years if not at date of hiring).

Competencies: 

• Master teacher / Academic leader
• Engaging and approachable
• Practicing Catholic preferred
• Communicator & collaborator
• Fluency in Spanish and English
• Understand adolescent development
• Ability to delegate
• Able to balance a variety of competing priorities
• Bold and decisive in decision making – able to take a risk

Job Title: External Relations Specialist
Department: Advancement 
Reports to: Director of Communications
Classification: Exempt
Schedule: Year-round

The External Relations Specialist at Cristo Rey plays a vital role to the growth and development of the school’s public profile both in the Chicagoland community and within the alumni population. Working as a member of the larger Advancement team, the External Relations Specialist will help implement the school’s growing communications and engagement event strategies to help engage with external stakeholders, most importantly our alumni and the corporate community who support the Corporate Work Study Program.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Create and update visually dynamic marketing materials as needed, articulating the school’s vision and image to ensure a consistent and positive brand.
• Manage all social media content with a full calendar of events and promotions built out annually.
• Oversee all social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn) in order to promote a professional image for Cristo Rey. With the Director of Communications, design and implement a seamless social media strategy to align with the CRJHS brand.
• Organize and execute community events to offer engagement opportunities with donors, corporate partners, and alumni.
• Assist with fundraising events for the school with a special focus on engaging alumni.
• Collaborate with the Corporate Work Study Program (CWSP) on business development and engagement activities.
• Work across departments to identify, write, and produce engaging content for Cristo Rey publications, with a special focus on interviews of alumni and partners to capture success stories with compelling data points.
• Work with Director of Communications to support special projects, annual campaigns, and media opportunities.
• Assist in managing photography for all external and internal events, as well as annual school-wide photography for marketing purposes; maintain and organize image library.
• Help manage and update the Cristo Rey website and calendars, troubleshoot website issues across departments.
• Help create and actively manage marketing and communications calendar.
• Work with printers and other vendors to ensure production quality and deadlines.

Qualifications

• The successful candidate will have experience and genuine interest in communications/marketing roles, preferably in education or non-profit sectors.
• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, journalism, or related field.
• Prior experience working with Adobe Creative Suite or other graphic-creation programs.
• Working knowledge in MS Office (Word, PowerPoint & Excel).
• Experience social media management products (Hootsuite or similar) and FinalSite (website/email marketing) a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communications skills.
• Spanish-speaking preferred.
• Highly responsible and organized with the ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks effectively with others.
• Work as a team member and build relationships across CRJHS.
• Commitment to the mission, values, and goals of Cristo Rey and willingness to participate in adult faith formation.
• Experience in public relations field a plus.

Job Title:  Campus Minister
Department:  Academics     
Reports to:  Assistant Principal for Student Services                                                                                       
Classification:  Exempt                                          
Schedule:  10 months

The Campus Ministry Department of Cristo Rey Jesuit High School is a committed, faith-filled department whose primary responsibility is to direct the area of student ministry. Ministry includes school services that deal with programs of faith, worship, and service opportunities for students. Reporting to the Assistant Principal for Student Services, the Campus Minister will integrate faith programs into a comprehensive formation program for students, and involve, as appropriate, faculty and staff, parents, alumni, and other constituents.

The successful candidate will have a commitment to Catholic education and a willingness to Cristo Rey’s mission. The successful Cristo Rey employee is dedicated to developing the whole person in academics, religious growth, the Corporate Work Study Program, and commitment to others.

Primary Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Ministry Service Coordinator, the Religion Department, and other departments of the school to promote alignment of shared student formation goals.
• Plan and coordinate 10 monthly all-school liturgies and 4 quarterly liturgies for each grade level: additionally Senior Ring and Baccalaureate Masses, Holy Days Masses and programming, and training of ministers.
• Plan and coordinate Our Lady of Guadalupe Mass including all aspects of directing the drama.
• Design, plan, and direct students retreats for FR/SO/JR/SR levels which includes leadership training.
• Plan and direct three Kairos Retreats/year which includes leadership training.
• Organize school-wide prayer opportunities during school assemblies, daily PA prayer, and others.
• Coordinate Lenten reconciliation and almsgiving efforts.
• Support and collaborate with other faith formation programs such as discernment workshop for seniors, Latinx Faith Sharing, Lenten Solidarity Week, etc.
• Support the ministerial development of Campus Ministry volunteers including Jesuit volunteers and external ministry practicum volunteers. 

Qualifications:

• Minimum of a BA degree; MA preferred.
• Experience working in student faith formation, campus ministry or similar program.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Commitment to the goals, objectives, and mission of Cristo Rey Jesuit High School.
• The ability to respond effectively to the needs of students.
• Commitment to working with first generation Mexican-American students.
• Latino cultural competency and Spanish language fluency preferred.

Job Title: Program Manager
Department: Corporate Work Study Program
Reports to: Director, CWSP
Classification: Exempt
Schedule: Year-round

Start Date: June, 2022

As an important member of the Corporate Work Study Program office, the Program Manager’s focus is to cultivate and strengthen corporate partner relationships as well as compliment Cristo Rey student workforce readiness. The Program Manager interacts with business leaders, students, and school faculty and staff to execute the CWSP model at Cristo Rey Jesuit High School. The Program Manager is a key contributor to the development and execution of Cristo Rey’s strategic plan for the CWSP, coordinating activities that align CWSP training with employer needs, positioning students to add continued value to partner organizations, and positioning CWSP as a talent pipeline for Chicago companies.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for relationship management with a portfolio of approximately 35 job sponsors, mostly at the student supervisor level. This includes periodic site visits or conducting personal onboarding visits for new job partners and new managers at returning job partner sites.
• Responsible for ensuring relationships and all logistical activities related to student workers are executed seamlessly.
• Manage portfolio of job partners in Salesforce, ensuring all contact information for day-to-day activities as well as billing is accurate. Additionally, responsible for capturing critical notes and tracking actions in Salesforce.
• Assist in the formation of student teams and job assignments based on student and sponsor requests and interests, student skills and personality assessments, sponsor job descriptions, and student’s previous performance to ensure successful jobsite placement.
• Serve as the daily point person for students and job partners regarding make-up days, holidays workdays, and resolving issues with students and partners in a timely manner.
• Meet with student portfolio during Magis periods to understand their CWSP experience and provide support and job coaching as needed.
• Coordinate the analysis of student performance reviews, timecard data, and feedback surveys. Analyze student performance data to identify skill and/or knowledge gaps to determine the necessary training to build student’s job skills and supervisor’s management skills.
• Support the planning and execution of the three-week Summer Bridge program at Cristo Rey for all incoming Freshmen, including supporting volunteers who lead sessions for new and some returning student workers. Coordinate with corporate volunteers with the Advancement office as necessary.
• Support the onboarding of all incoming students in accordance with federal and Department of Labor guidelines.
• Support the planning and execution of training and activities for non-working Freshmen as necessary.
• As needed, support the planning and execution of events related to supervisor orientation, training, and general relationship stewardship both on site at Cristo Rey and at off-site locations.
• Support the Director of Communications in the collection of student success stories as well as manager tips for periodic e-newsletters and other promotional publications.
• Collaborates with the overall Advancement Office and the Director of Communications to assist with the execution of a communications strategy for the program that targets existing and prospective partners and maintains a high level of brand awareness.
• Collaborate with the Director of Training and Academic Integration and the overall academic team to deepen curricular connections between what students learn in the classroom and at work, thus improving performance in both settings and contributing to student growth and development.
• Communicate with the Director of Training and Academic Integration in order to provide feedback on planning for training needs of current supervisors and suggest ongoing supports to enable their effective management of students and make their program participation sustainable.
• Support the Director of CWSP by ensuring partner relationships are strong and multi-faceted, as well as meeting the legal needs of the CWSP program related to the Department of Labor and Cristo Rey Network of schools. Additionally support the Director with annual contract renewals as appropriate.
• Ensure timely and accurate CWSP sponsor billing, collaborating with the Business Office and Advancement to support payment collection with current contact information, etc.
• As necessary, collaborate with counterpart equivalent at Christ the King Jesuit College Prep, the shared Business Development person of the CWSP program, and the broader Cristo Rey Network nationally.
• Research possible team expansions as necessary with existing portfolio of job partners and collaborate with the CWSP sales team when possible.
• Assist with management of morning check-in with daily dress code and attendance checks, daily announcements, and bus dismissal. Address and enforce all school policies with an emphasis on dress code, attendance, and overall professionalism.
• Assist with transportation needs like morning and afternoon transportation as needed, as well as special event transportation coordination as necessary.
• Assist with the creation, coordination, and implementation of student recognition strategies and awards.
• Actively participate in parent-teacher conferences and provide Open House support as necessary.
• Perform other Cristo Rey duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• The ideal candidate will be a strong team participant and have a minimum of three years of professional business development and relationship management experience.
• Exhibit understanding of corporate work environments with success managing multiple work projects. Previous talent recruitment, human resources and/or youth development experience preferred.
• Comfortable and confident in networking and cultivating strong professional relationships with experience in customer relationship management.
• Proven success identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding a portfolio of professional contacts.
• Demonstrated ability in planning and implementing events and campaigns with a high degree of flexibility and initiative.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to analyze and interpret data to make strategic program improvements.
• Display ability to anticipate challenges and provide creative solutions.
• Enjoy working in a dynamic, results-oriented environment, with a sense of humor.
• Proficiency with technology like Microsoft Office products and Salesforce.
• Bachelor’s degree required.
• A valid Driver’s license required.
• A passionate commitment to serving students in need and a commitment to the mission, Jesuit values, and goals of Cristo Rey.

Job Title: College Counselor
Department: Academics – College Counseling
Reports to: Director of College Counseling
Classification: Exempt
Schedule: Year-round

Cristo Rey Jesuit High School, a Jesuit, college-preparatory, co-educational school for grades 9-12 seeks a full-time College Counselor. The College Counselor plays an essential role in ensuring all Cristo Rey students are on track to enroll and succeed in college. The position requires an extraordinary commitment to serving urban, low-income youth – most of whom will be the first in their family to pursue a degree – through the implementation of a comprehensive, four-year college counseling program. The position requires extensive experience with the college admissions process, a strong sense of low-income students’ and family needs in preparing for college, and the ability to manage key relationships with a variety of internal and external stakeholders. In addition, candidates should be prepared to work closely with Naviance Succeed and integrate it into the workflow of the college counseling office.

Primary Responsibilities

• Ensuring parents and students comprehend the different application requirements, admissions policies, financial aid applications associated with different colleges
• Guiding a caseload of ~60 seniors and their families through the entire college application (including college essay revision) and financial aid (including FAFSA, CSS Profile, verification, award letters) process through an intrusive counseling approach
• Creating curriculum for all grade levels using the Cristo Rey Network’s framework and being a teacher for our college seminar classes
• Writing and managing the collection of letters of recommendations for all seniors and completing all required evaluation forms requested by colleges
• Planning and leading parent programing including workshops on key topics (financial aid planning, different types of institutions, scholarships, essay writing) related to the college admissions process, a Senior Parent Night in the fall, Junior Parent Night in the spring, and Asamblea de Padres (ADP) events
• Ensuring students take advantage of special opportunities made available to low-income students in the college search and application process (i.e. fee waivers, fly-in visits, university partner programs and scholarships)
• Assisting students with the application process for summer enrichment programs, including promoting summer programs, tracking student progress and overseeing the financial aid fund process
• Serving as the liaison for our Community Based Organizations (CBO) partners, including Minds Matter, Bottom Line, Chicago Scholars, QuestBridge, and the Daniel Murphy Scholarship Fund.
• Developing and maintaining a robust network of college admission professionals through regular communication and visits, including visits to Cristo Rey • Establishing, pursuing, and tracking clear school goals for college admissions, enrollment, persistence, and completion
• Co-coordinating the annual College Fair with the Director of College Counseling
• Assisting with the coordination of the SAT and AP assessments
• Building and celebrating a schoolwide college-going culture (e.g. publicly posting college acceptances, on-site admissions days, planning and leading senior acceptance assemblies, and other schoolwide traditions)
• Participating in professional development opportunities offered by the Cristo Rey Network’s national office
• Being aware of issues and trends in college admission, higher education, testing, as well as keeping up to date about specific colleges

Additional Responsibilities

• Participating in information programs hosted by colleges and universities in the region
• Representing our school at local, state and national college admissions conferences (College Board, NACAC), college fairs, and college tours
• Participating in professional development opportunities offered by local college access / admissions organizations (i.e. Association of College Admissions Counselors)
• Serving as an expert to students, parents and staff on the entire college search and selection process
• Serving as an Asesor/a (~Homeroom teacher) as needed

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree required; Masters preferred
• At least 2 years of experience in college or high school advising with economically disadvantaged, racially diverse students and their families
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills required; Spanish language skills are required
• Strong understanding of the academic, financial, and social barriers to college access persistence for underrepresented, first-generation students
• Highly collaborative, autonomous, and dynamic leader with the ability to manage a large number of professional relationships with a variety of stakeholders
• Relentless focus on results, high level of accountability, self-starter, and willingness to do “whatever it takes,” including flexibility around working some weekends and evenings during peak application season and for parent meetings and events
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial school environment
• A belief that all students can succeed in college and careers
• Commitment to the mission, values, and goals of Cristo Rey, and willingness to participate in adult faith formation.

Job Title:  High School Teacher, Humanities
Department:  Academics
Reports to:  Principal                                                                             
Classification:  Exempt
Schedule:  10.5 Months

Cristo Rey Jesuit High School, a Jesuit, college-preparatory, co-educational school for grades
9-12 seeks a Humanities Teacher. Reporting to the Principal, this individual is responsible for teaching a total of five sections of a Social Studies and/or English Literature Course.

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 voicemail 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, Report Card Day, In-service/Professional Development, 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: Sr. Director, Corporate Work Study Program
Department: Corporate Work Study Program 
Reports to: Executive Vice President 
Classification: Exempt
Schedule: Year-round

The Senior Director of the Cristo Rey Jesuit High School Corporate Work Study Program (CWSP) will have primary responsibility for planning, managing, and executing all CWSP-related activities for Cristo Rey Jesuit High School, such as partner growth and engagement, program operations, student and supervisor training, performance assessments, and legal requirements. The emphasis of this role is around a strategic vision for the program. The Sr. Director will be responsible for the implementation of a visionary framework that reflects the current strategic plan for Cristo Rey Jesuit High School as well as a recent external evaluation and Future of Work study and report. This position is responsible for the creation of goals and objectives that address strategic priorities and funding needs coupled with oversight of the execution of work plans to achieve goals, all with the intent of evolving the program in a way that:

• strengthens the value proposition of the CWSP,
• aligns with employer demand,
• reflects a true market job price,
• leads to stronger renewal rates of existing partners,
• supports a committed and growing team,
• allows the program to remain competitive in attracting new corporate partners,
• and continues to be the primary financial engine of the school.

The Sr. Director of CWSP reports directly to the Executive Vice President of Cristo Rey Jesuit High School and provides support to the President and EVP to drive institutional goals, success, and culture.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for relationship management on multiple levels, from senior management decision-makers to student supervisors at current and prospective job partners. This includes periodic site visits or conducting personal onboarding visits for new job partners and new managers at returning job partner sites.
• Directly manage two CWSP Directors in the areas of Operations and Training and Academic Integration.
• Responsible for cultivating a customer relationship management approach for the office that emphasizes responsiveness and accurate use of data collection in programs like Salesforce.
• Collaborates with the overall Advancement Office and the Director of Communications to execute a communications strategy for the program that targets existing and prospective partners and maintains a high level of brand awareness.
• Responsible for creating a professional development and training framework that emphasizes workplace preparedness and skill development (soft and technical) to ensure student employability and success at work. Emphasis on evaluating and constantly refining Summer Business Training portion of our Summer Bridge three-week program for incoming freshman.
• Closely collaborate with the Principal, Director of Training and Academic Integration, Director of College Counseling, and the overall academic team to deepen curricular connections between what students learn in the classroom and at work, thus improving performance in both settings and contributing to student growth and development.
• As necessary, collaborate with the Sr. Director’s equivalent at Christ the King Jesuit College Prep, the shared Business Development person of the CWSP program, and the broader Cristo Rey Network nationally.
• In collaboration with the Director of Training and Academic Integration, assess training needs of current supervisors and identify/develop ongoing supports to enable their effective management of students and make their program participation sustainable.
• In collaboration with the Director of CWSP, ensure partner relationships are strong and multi-faceted, as well as meeting the legal needs of the CWSP program related to the Department of Labor and Cristo Rey Network of schools.
• Accountable for all legal, safety, and employment requirements (Federal, State, local) for the CWSP, as well as employment agreements with job partners.
• In collaboration with the business development team, pitch the program to all possible entities that could employ students in a meaningful way. This includes paid corporate partnerships, as well as non-profit organizations and schools, and some third-party underwriters of jobs.
• Responsible for the renewal process with current job partners, with an annual goal of 95%, and identify job expansion opportunities with current partners.
• Conduct annual job price analysis and make recommendations for pricing for the Finance Committee of the Board of Directors.
• Ensure timely and accurate CWSP sponsor billing, collaborating with the Business Office and Advancement to support payment collection.
• In collaboration with the EVP and VP for Finance, annually create and manage CWSP budget for Cristo Rey Jesuit High School with an eye to meet financial goals.

Qualifications:

• The ideal candidate will be a strong team leader and have a minimum of ten years of professional business development and relationship management experience, including three years of management experience.
• Demonstrated understanding of corporate work environments with success managing multiple work streams and growing teams. Previous talent recruitment, human resources and/or youth development experience preferred.
• Comfortable and confident in networking and cultivating strong professional relationships with experience in customer relationship management.
• Proven success identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding a portfolio of professional contacts.
• Demonstrated ability in planning and implementing events and campaigns with a high degree of flexibility and initiative.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to analyze and interpret data to make strategic program improvements.
• Display ability to anticipate challenges and provide creative solutions.
• Enjoy working in a dynamic, results-oriented environment, with a sense of humor.
• Proficiency with creating budgets and with technology like Microsoft Office products and Salesforce.
• Bachelor’s degree required.
• A passionate commitment to serving students in need and a commitment to the mission, Jesuit values, and goals of Cristo Rey.

Job Title:  Director of Development
Department:  Advancement             
Reports to:  Executive Vice President        
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 seeks new sources of support by assessing and identifying financial needs in the school, researching potential funders, and composing case statements and creative funding proposals. The Director of Development reports to the Executive Vice President (EVP) and serves as a key liaison to invested in Cristo Rey’s success.  

Primary Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Vision and direct a comprehensive fundraising program for Cristo Rey tasked with raising 30% of the overall operating budget for the school. Work with the EVP to set annual fundraising goals that are approved by the Board of Directors. 
• 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. Engage the Board of Directors in identifying prospective major donors for the school and our Corporate Work Study Program (CWSP). 
• Prepare and pitch proposals – both for the Annual Fund and for special campaigns like Rey of Hope IV: Esperanza – 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 travel as necessary. 
• Manage a professional fundraising team responsible for 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. 
• Manage all aspects of annual fundraising events for Cristo Rey, including VIVA, Homecoming, and other donor recognition and stewardship events. Cultivate event volunteer committees to ensure a robust pipeline of honorees and attendees. Consistently evaluate events to create new donor cultivation opportunities while sunsetting other events as necessary. 
• Launch a young professional group of supporters for Cristo Rey and engage alumni in a newly created program called 1852. Collaborate with the College Counseling office to ensure alumni volunteerism is meaningful for our graduates and benefits the Cristo Rey community and our fundraising goals.  
• Identify and cultivate donors who are prospects for planned gifts and oversee all activities of the 1996 Society. 
• Manage all gifts of stock and work with R.W. Baird on gift reporting and acknowledgement. 
• Build annual expense budget for all development functions and monitor expenses throughout the year using the Martus budgeting program provided by the business office. 
• Working with the VP for Finance, explore and expand giving mechanisms for Cristo Rey. Look for opportunities to grow DAF donations, naming opportunities on campus, and the endowment of faculty and staff positions. 
• Utilize Raisers Edge NXT to track and plan all donor interactions and file correspondence as appropriate. Additionally, ensure that Raisers Edge is properly maintained and gift acknowledgements are timely. 
• Work collaboratively with the Sr. Manager of Corporate and Foundation Relations and the CWSP business development directors to engage current and prospective job partners with philanthropic activities of Cristo Rey. 
• Generate donor profiles and draft other fundraising content for Cristo Rey publications, annual reports, newsletters, and marketing materials. 
• Ensure acknowledgement letters are current and meaningful communications to donors. Craft language that expresses the meaningful impact of giving at Cristo Rey. 
• Collaborate with the Business Office to ensure accurate record keeping for audit and reporting purposes. Together with the Business Office manage and track restricted donations to ensure timely release of such donations.  
• 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 be a strong team leader and have a minimum of seven years of professional fundraising experience, including two years of management experience.  
• Proven success identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding gifts of $10,000 and above. Major gift campaign experience a plus. 
• Comfortable with stewarding donors and volunteers in both formal and informal settings. 
• Demonstrated ability in planning and implementing events and campaigns with a high degree of flexibility and initiative. 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 
• Display ability to anticipate challenges and provide creative solutions. 
• Enjoy working in a dynamic, results-oriented environment, with a sense of humor.  
• Proficiency with creating budgets and with technology like Microsoft Office products and Raisers Edge. 
• Bachelor’s degree required. 
• A passionate commitment to serving students in need and a commitment to the mission, Jesuit values, and goals of Cristo Rey. 

Job Title:  High School Teacher, Mathematics
Department:  Academics           
Reports to:  Principal
Classification:  Exempt
Schedule:  10.5 months

Cristo Rey Jesuit High School, a Jesuit, college-preparatory, co-educational school for grades 9-12 seeks a Mathematics teacher. 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 teacher is dedicated to developing the whole person in academics, religious growth, and commitment to others.

The candidate will be responsible for teaching five sections within the Math department, subjects commensurate with experience and staffing needs.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of a BA degree in subject area; MA preferred.
• Illinois Professional Educator License preferred (non-licensed applicants must become certified within five years).
• Successful teaching experience at the secondary level.
• 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.

Competencies:

• Understanding of educational theory and practice.
• Ability to use technology inside and outside the classroom.
• 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 instructional methodologies.
• Classroom management skills.

The School Counseling Intern at Cristo Rey serves the socio-emotional and academic support needs of the student body primarily through culturally responsive individual counseling sessions provided within an academic setting. The school counseling inter-operates directly under the supervision of the Director of Counseling as well as the Assistant Principal for Student Services.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Provide individual wellness screening, once a semester, for all students assigned to caseload; caseload consists of roughly 75-100 students.
• Provide consistent (weekly, bi-weekly, monthly, quarterly) individual counseling to an ongoing caseload.
• When applicable, collect information about clients through interviews, observation, tests, and clinical assessments.
• Collaborate effectively with parents/guardians, teachers, administrators, and other educational/community resources regarding students with identified concerns and needs.
• Help plan and facilitate Spanish language psychoeducational workshops for parents/families that focus on mental health and wellness.
• Plan and facilitate student workshops with a wellness component.
• Assist in developing and strengthening community connections with service providers.
• Assist in developing group curriculum and grade level programming.
• Maintain professional & confidential records of all meetings with students, parents, and faculty/staff.
• Refer students to service providers outside of school when necessary.
• Communicate with parents, when necessary and appropriate, regarding school related problems.
• Assist with parent referrals to outside agencies and specialists when necessary.
• Attend weekly supervision with Director of Counseling. Intern must be prepared to apply both clinical and critical thinking in discussing student cases and while reflecting on any other issues that may come up while preforming internship duties.
• Participate in group case presentations and department meetings.
• Participate in professional development opportunities.
• Use available technology resources to enhance the school counseling program.
• Adhere to the ethical standards of the Counseling/Social Work profession and abide by the laws, policies, and procedures that govern the school.
• Keep a consistent weekly schedule through the length of the internship (late August-early June).
• Communicate with Director of Counseling before committing to assist other departments in the school (some of these activities include, but are not limited to proctoring standardized tests, chaperone field trips, lunch supervision, club moderator, retreat leader, service activity chaperone, etc.)
• If there will be any anticipated absence from internship, the Director of Counseling must previously approve it.

Requirements:

• Must be in second year master’s program in social work, mental health counseling, community counseling, school counseling, or related field.
• Spanish language proficiency strongly preferred, but not required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be professional, mature, responsible, and punctual.
• Must work well both individually and as part of a team.
• A proactive attitude is a must.
• Cultural competence with an interest in working with immigrant populations.
• Able to adjust to change and demonstrate flexibility to address needs of school/students.
• Willingness to be active in school community activities/events/and participate in professional development.
• Able to commit to school year timeframe of late-August through early June.
• Flexibility to work some evening and/or weekend hours for special programming.

Accepting applications for the 2022-2023 school year starting in January 2022. Interviews are scheduled throughout February and March. Interns will be chosen by April.

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.

Cristo Rey Jesuit Volunteers  for 2022-23 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 2022

Apply
CRJHS Jesuit Volunteer Program Application 2022

Contact
Ms. Rocio Juarez at rjuarez@cristorey.net