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Director of Mission Effectiveness

About Cristo Rey Network

The Cristo Rey Network of 40 high schools delivers a career focused, college preparatory education in the Catholic tradition for students with limited economic resources, uniquely integrating rigorous academic curricula with four years of professional work experience and support to and through college. Cristo Rey partners with educators, businesses and communities to enable students to fulfill their aspirations for a lifetime of success: students are two times more likely to complete a bachelor's degree by 24, compared to the total U.S. low-income population. 

Who We Are

Cristo Rey Orlando High School is in Orlando, FL, and will be part of the national Cristo Rey Network.  Member schools use a rigorous academic model, supported by best practices in instruction and assessment, to prepare students with a broad range of intellectual abilities for college and life.  Further, CRN schools employ an innovative Corporate Work Study Program that provides students with real world work experiences.  In this highly unique model, every CRN student works an average of five days a month to fund the majority of her or his schooling, gain job experience, grow in self-confidence, and realize the relevance of this education. Students work in various corporate and business settings including law firms, banks, hospitals, universities, and with other professional organizations.

Like all Cristo Rey schools, Cristo Rey Orlando is a Catholic, college preparatory high school for students of all faiths from families of limited financial means.  The school is co-educational and serves students of diverse backgrounds.  We help our students grow intellectually, academically, emotionally, spiritually, socially, and morally.  Our aspiration is that all our students graduate from high school and college and become the future leaders in our churches, institutions, businesses, nonprofits, and the community at large. 

Who You Are

Cristo Rey Orlando is seeking a passionate and mission-driven individual to serve as the Director of Mission Effectiveness. This person will champion the Catholic identity of our school, deeply reflecting the charism of the Servants of the Pierced Hearts of Jesus and Mary. We are looking for a compassionate leader who cares about the whole student and their family, ensuring access to wraparound services that meet their spiritual, personal, and health-related needs.

The ideal candidate will support each student and family in discovering their God-given potential, providing the tools to achieve success both spiritually and in everyday life. As a leader, this person will guide our community with the mission of Cristo Rey Orlando in mind and live a life that is a true reflection of Christ and the values of our Catholic faith. We seek a visionary who will nurture the development of every child, helping them flourish in faith, well-being, and academic achievement.

This Role

Cristo Rey Orlando High School is seeking a dedicated Director of Mission Effectiveness to identify, articulate, and enhance our Catholic mission in coherence with the charism of the Servants of the Pierced Hearts (religious sponsor) by partnering with the various members of the Leadership Team to provide opportunities for all within the Cristo Rey Orlando community to develop spiritually and intellectually in their Catholic Faith. The Director of Mission Effectiveness will coordinate resources through Community Partners to offer wrap-around services to students and families. This role requires a knowledgeable and organized professional who can provide individualized and group opportunities for students and adults to grow in faith, educate the school community about community resources, and ensure students are given an environment to discover the greatness within them.

Join an innovative, dynamic, and mission-driven school that values both its faculty and students. As a member of the Cristo Rey Orlando High School faculty, you will play a key role in facilitating student, family, and faculty formation. All faculty members also supervise students, ensuring their safety and compliance with school rules and policies, and actively participate in the holistic development of the school’s program of studies. You will strive to create an environment that recognizes the greatness of the dignity of the human person and their capacity to become fully what they were created to be. Preference is given to candidates willing to engage in the school community by moderating clubs, coaching athletic teams, and serving as adult leaders on retreats.

Leadership & Administration

  • Align with the President on communicating the mission and vision of the school community at large 

  • Work in partnership with the leadership team to ensure the vision of Catholic school mission 

  • Collaborate with the campus minister in facilitating and ensuring that the charism of the Servants of the Pierced Hearts of Jesus and Mary is at the core of all aspects of mission effectiveness

  • Collaborate with the leadership team to develop and execute short and long-term goals for enhancing our Catholic mission 

  • Consult with various departments on campus to enhance services to students based on mission and vision (deans, athletics, guidance, arts) 

  • Provide a quarterly mission effectiveness report to the President for presentation at Board of Directors meetings 

  • Oversee consistency with Catholic identity in all curriculum

  • Teaching Theology Classes, as needed, to students as part of their daily curriculum

  • Assist principal in advising religion classes/curriculum and hiring of religion teachers

  • Manage Orientation for Mission of all new employees

Mission Effectiveness

  • In collaboration with Campus Ministry, coordinate faith formation experiences and communications for faculty/staff/coaches to strengthen their understanding of Gospel mission and vision 

  • Work with Campus Ministry team to envision and execute opportunities for students to develop a relationship with Jesus Christ through retreats, small groups, sacramental preparation

  • Travel, as needed, to direct mission trips, pilgrimages, and retreats

  • In collaboration with Campus Ministry, work with sports teams & student groups to develop spiritual growth 

  • Enhance student experience of sacramental life of students on campus by ensuring priest presence (or campus minister) 

  • Take lead on planning prayer services/communication in collaboration with principal as a response to tragedy 

  • Offer direction for invitation to national speakers to serve our students and parents 

  • Coordinate special Masses including the Baccalaureate Mass 

  • Collaborate in the quality of liturgies, prayer services, retreats, and outreach on campus 

  • Communicate Mission Effectiveness fundraising needs to the President and participate in face-to-face solicitations as needed. 

  • Annually review all events occurring in the name of CRO to ensure adherence to the Cristo Rey mission 

Community Relations

  • Strengthen partnerships with pastors and ensures intentional relationship building with pastors, youth ministers, and directors of faith formation in Catholic and non-Catholic churches

  • Attend Community, Diocesan, or CR Network meetings as needed to represent CRO

  • Maintain relationships with partner schools to support future CRO students in faith formation (retreats, talks, etc) 

  • Represent Administration at various events within the community

  • Attend Admissions Events (Freshmen Fair, Open House, Freshmen Orientation, etc.) and presents as needed 

  • Direct efforts to develop community service projects for students as well as school wide and in collaboration with Campus Ministry

  • Coordinate community events/classes for parents and adults to help build up the community (ESL, Adult Literacy, Resume Building, Professional Development)

  • Create a database of wraparound services available for families and serve as a resource for accessing these services.

Additional Responsibilities

  • Recommendation Letters: Complete recommendation letters and forms for colleges and scholarship agencies as requested by students.

  • Other Duties: Perform other duties as directed by the Principal or other administrator.

The Director of Mission Effectiveness reports to and will work directly with the Founding President & CEO. They will collaborate closely with the Founding President & CEO. They will have an immediate impact and will manage new projects and initiatives, as well as maintain existing ones. This summary does not describe all job duties.

Required Qualifications

  • Leadership and Communication: Strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills, with a commitment to fostering a supportive and inclusive school environment.

  • Technology Proficiency: Proficient in using educational technology and data management tools to support student achievement and well-being.

  • Attendance and Punctuality: Commitment to consistent, on-time attendance for all responsibilities, including meetings, counseling sessions, and school events.

  • Mission Alignment: Dedicated to supporting the school's mission and values, particularly in a faith-based educational setting.

  • Mobility and Activity: Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, and climb stairs. Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment. Occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

Preferred Experience and Skills

  • Education: You hold a Bachelor's Degree in Counseling, Education, or a related field, with a Master's Degree in a related area preferred.

  • Experience: You bring more than 5 years of experience in parish based faith formation, community outreach, or campus ministry in a school setting including leadership responsibilities.

  • Clearance: You are able to pass a state and federal background screening.

How to Apply

If you have the requested background and a passion for the mission, we invite you to apply. Applications will be accepted until the successful candidate is found. This position will ideally start in October. 

Salary will be commensurate with education and experience. Comprehensive benefits are included in the overall compensation package. Salary range is $80,000 - $90,000 annually.  Applicants should be prepared to provide references upon request. 

To ensure full consideration, applicants must submit a cover letter and resume explaining why you believe that you are a match for this unique opportunity: careers@cristoreyorlando.org

Cristo Rey Orlando High School is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, pregnancy, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, uniform service member status, or any other category protected by federal, state or local law in the administration of any of its educational programs and activities or with respect to employment, unless a particular status protected by federal, state, or local laws contradict the deeply held religious convictions of the School or the church.