CRSJ VISION

Through a culture of joyful learning, Cristo Rey San José celebrates and develops students’ unique gifts as they encounter God’s love and become leaders who shape society with and for others.

CRSJ MISSION

Cristo Rey San José is a Jesuit, Catholic college-prep high school where students of any faith commit to a rigorous curriculum and professional work experience. Students realize their inherent potential and prepare to complete a post-secondary education that will set them on a path toward a sustainable, fulfilling future. Through the Ignatian charism of cura personalis, students facing barriers to opportunity become leaders filled with passion, purpose, confidence and conscience.

PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT AND VALUES - VISION FOR EDUCATORS:

Cristo Rey San Jose Jesuit High School teachers will consistently work as a team to model and help all students reach the characteristics of the Cristo Rey San Jose Graduate at Graduation: loving, open to growth, committed to faith, striving for justice, and intellectually and professionally engaged. This includes:

1. Personally modeling and simultaneously empowering students to live out Ignatian values of faith, service, and commitment to social justice.   

2. Instilling in students the growth mindset of the harder you work, the more your intelligence grows

3. Promoting and assessing student ownership of learning by developing students’ self-discipline, study skills, persistence, and delayed gratification

4. Fostering a classroom culture of respect, honesty, and integrity

5. Developing meaningful opportunities in class for student leadership and growth of self-confidence

6. Incorporating reading and writing skills daily

7. Creating opportunities for students to utilize complex reasoning strategies and problem-solving skills

8. Consistently engages in work with positivity and adapts to the student and institutional needs with openness

9. Reinforcing professionalism and Corporate Work Study Program skills like precision and accuracy, computing, and time management

10. Teaching key content knowledge for the given subject

POSITION SUMMARY

The Service Learning Coordinator leads Cristo Rey San José’s four-year, scaffolded Service and Justice Program. Rooted in Catholic Social Teaching, Ignatian spirituality, and the Jesuit mission of faith and justice, the Service Learning Program forms students to be compassionate leaders committed to the Gospel call to serve others, especially the poor and marginalized.

In partnership with the Campus Minister and Religious Studies Department, the Service Learning Coordinator designs, implements, and evaluates meaningful service and immersion  opportunities that deepen students’ understanding of social justice, encourage spiritual reflection, and inspire action.

This role also provides critical student supervision, communication, and administrative support to ensure smooth program delivery and strong relationships with students, families, faculty, and community partners.

The position reports to the Assistant Principal.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

Service Learning Coordination & Program Leadership:

• Lead the school’s four-year Service and Justice Program, aligned with grade-level themes:

• • Freshman Year – Poverty, Hunger, and Homelessness (10 hours)

  • Sophomore Year – Children, Community, and Environment (15 hours)

  • Junior Year – Social Justice and Advocacy (15 hours)

  • Senior Year – Advocacy & Sustained Service with 1 Organization (15 hours)

• Collaborate with Religious Studies faculty to integrate service learning into curriculum through student reflections, classroom connections, and social justice discussions.

• Develop and maintain systems for tracking student service hours, submissions, and reflections.

• Provide guidance and coaching to students as they discern their service placements and areas of interest.

• Ensure all service experiences meet program standards for safety, learning outcomes, and mission alignment.

• Develop differentiated resources to support students with barriers to completing service outside of school hours.

• Maintain relationships with local non-profit and service-oriented organizations.

• Plan, coordinate, and communicate all service opportunities to students and teachers.

• Monitor student service hours through the online database (MobileServe) and communicate updates to teachers.

• Facilitate CRSJ Striving For Justice Day of Service.

Service and Faith Immersion Trips:

• Plan and coordinate all aspects of service immersion trips including Ever to Excel (at Boston College) in summer, Ignatian Family Teach-In, and Arrupe Leaders Summit.

Student Formation and Reflection

• Facilitate structured reflection activities to help students connect their service to faith, justice, and personal growth.

• Partner with Campus Ministry on spiritual formation elements of service, including retreats, liturgies, and the daily Examen.

• Support student leaders in designing and leading school wide service projects and justice-focused initiatives.

• Help students understand the “why” behind service—linking personal experiences to the Gospel and the Jesuit value of being “men and women for and with others.”

• Provide resources and support for faculty interested in incorporating service-related themes and justice issues into their courses.

Community Engagement & Events

• Cultivate partnerships with local nonprofit organizations, advocacy groups, parishes, and community service providers.

• Coordinate annual giving drives and campaigns in collaboration with Campus Ministry (e.g., canned food drives, Christmas Drive, Lenten “We Create Change” campaign).

• Organize schoolwide service events and community impact projects that bring students, staff, and families together in solidarity.

• Represent Cristo Rey in local networks for youth service, social justice, and Jesuit mission work.

Communication & Collaboration

• Maintain regular communication with students, families, faculty, and external partners regarding service opportunities, expectations, and student progress.
  
  

• Provide timely updates to families about student participation and any issues that arise.

• Work closely with the Assistant Principal, Religious Studies Department, and Campus Ministry team to ensure mission coherence and smooth logistics.

• Support the school's commitment to interreligious dialogue and a welcoming environment for students of all faith traditions.

Student Supervision, Support and Instruction

• Supervise students during after-school programs, service activities, and special events to ensure safety and engagement.

• Address behavioral issues or conflicts in a pastoral and constructive manner, aligned with school values.

• Teach one section of a course in area of competency (if needed)

Administrative Duties

• Maintain accurate records of service hours and student compliance with requirements.

• Manage program budgets, supplies, transportation, and logistics for service projects and events.

• Plan and coordinate field trips or immersion experiences aligned with service goals.

• Contribute to the design of summer programs or bridge programming that integrates service and justice themes.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Practicing Roman Catholic, with a strong understanding of Catholic Social Teaching and Jesuit values.

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree in Theology, Religious Studies, Education, or a related field preferred.

• Experience working with high school students, particularly in urban or underserved communities.

• Familiarity with Jesuit education and Ignatian spirituality; experience in a Jesuit school is strongly preferred.

• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

• Demonstrated commitment to social justice, advocacy, and equity in education.

• Flexibility to work evenings and occasional weekends.

• Spanish proficiency preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Stand, walk, and supervise students for extended periods.

• Lift and move supplies for events or drives (up to 30 pounds).
  Travel locally for service site visits and partner engagement.

We understand that not all candidates will meet every qualification and believe that diverse experiences and backgrounds are valuable. We value potential and willingness to learn, so if you’re passionate about this role and think you would be able to excel, we encourage you to apply.

SALARY AND COMPENSATION

Range: $71,718 to $138,287, depending on education and years of experience. Full-time employees are eligible for:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage (100% for employees, 50% for dependents).

• 403(b) retirement plan eligibility.

• 10-month faculty contract

TO APPLY

Visit the Cristo Rey San José employment page:
https://www.cristoreysanjose.org/employment
Click on “Service Learning Coordinator” to complete your application.

NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY

Cristo Rey San José Jesuit High School is committed to equal employment opportunities and prohibits discrimination based on race, color, national origin, disability, sex, gender identity, age, or any other protected category in accordance with applicable law. Religious-based hiring is in line with our Catholic identity and mission.