Mercy High School is seeking an innovative, compassionate, and collaborative Director of Equity and Inclusion to begin August 2024. The role can be full-time or part-time depending on the candidate. Based on the expertise of the candidate, other teaching or administrative roles may be available in combination with the director of equity and inclusion role.
The candidate must have experience working with diverse groups of students and will be cognizant of the special role educators have in the spiritual and religious development of youth. The candidate will model critical inquiry and lifelong learning, and demonstrate integrity and fairness in all aspects of community life. The candidate will be responsible for creating, implementing, and overseeing equity and inclusion programming that reflects the mission of Mercy High School and the Critical Concerns of the Sisters of Mercy.
Responsibilities:
Provide thoughtful leadership in initiatives and programming that support an environment where “every Mercy Girl is known, cherished, and loved.”
Assist the president and principal in ensuring that that the mission, vision and values of the Sisters of Mercy are reflected in the school’s practices in the areas of equity and inclusion.
Organize, facilitate, and help lead the Academic Diversity Team, made up of faculty members representing many parts of the school community.
Serve as the staff liaison to the Mission, Equity and Inclusion Committee of the Board of Trustees.
Work with the academic dean and principal to recruit and retain a diverse faculty and staff.
Work with the principal, president, and school community to organize educational opportunities, school assemblies, and celebrations of diverse cultures.
Plan and lead faculty and staff professional development workshops.
Collaborate with the academic council to continue creating a culturally responsive curriculum and pedagogy.
Collaborate with the dean of students and school counselors to respond to the social and emotional needs of a diverse student body.
Collaborate with and support moderators of student clubs and activities to ensure programming aligns with equity and inclusion initiatives throughout the school and develops student leadership in these areas.
Attend after school and weekend events as required in the role as director of equity and inclusion.
Other duties as assigned by principal and president.
Work Environment:
All faculty may be asked to perform their work duties at home (in the event of remote learning) and/or on campus. In both settings, this role is required to maintain a professional, shared work environment.
While performing the duties of this job, all faculty are regularly required to talk and hear. This position, while primarily desk, office, and classroom-based, is at times active. It requires both sitting and standing for prolonged periods, and at times, walking, including stairs, and the occasional moving/rearranging of items.
Salary is commensurate with experience.
FLSA Classification: Exempt Employment Category: Part-time or Full-time Reports to: Principal Duration: 10-month contract annually renewable
Please send a cover letter, resume, statement of philosophy of education, and contact information for three professional references to Kathryn Adelsberger, Ed.D., principal, at kadeslberger@mercyhighschool.com.
This description is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee’s ability to perform the work associated with the position. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties and additional functions/requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and Mercy High School reserves the right to change this position as deemed appropriate.
Bachelor’s degree or higher in education, or a related field is required. Master’s degree preferred.
Demonstrated experience is equity and inclusion programming.
Experience in an educational setting, preferably a secondary school.
Understanding of the principles of Catholic Social Teaching.
Effective interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to show compassion and understanding to colleagues, students, parents, and other constituents.
Strong written and spoken communication skills.
Excellent organizational skills, and the ability to navigate the complex expectations of a Catholic, independent school.
High level of honesty and integrity.
Ability to problem solve, taking into account the many needs, perspectives, and expectations of a school community.
Availability to respond quickly to students, families and colleagues.
Proven ability to work effectively in collaboration with various constituents.
Candidates are subject to a criminal background check, Child Protection Services Screening, and an MSDE Employment History Review prior to employment.
Since 1960, Mercy High School, an independent, Catholic, college preparatory high school for girls, has educated Mercy Girls who become Women of Mercy. Sponsored by the Sisters of Mercy of the Americas, Mercy High School’s mission calls for “an environment where young women form habits of lifelong inquiry, critical thinking and courageous action in a global society.” Reflecting those values, Mercy is an International Baccalaureate (IB) World School offering the Middle Years Programme (for grades 9 and 10). Mercy is proud to stand as the only Catholic girls’ school in the Archdiocese of Baltimore recognized as an International Baccalaureate World School. Robust service opportunities, faith formation, competitive athletics, and cherished traditions are all hallmarks of a Mercy education.
