ICA Academy Campus Minister

Cristo Rey Network•San Francisco, CA

1d•$80,000 - $90,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Campus Minister supports the spiritual formation of the student body by integrating faith, culture, and life. Inspired by Gospel values and the Dominican pursuit of Veritas, the Campus Minister helps students think critically and ethically about the world to promote the Kingdom of God. The ultimate goal is the formation of young women of prayer, study, community, and service.

Requirements

Authentic resonance with ICA’s mission as a Catholic school for students of all faiths, including a commitment to girls’ education and the Dominican pillars of Community, Study, Service, and Prayer
Intentional and constructive contributions to the ICA team, recognizing the unique value, perspectives, strengths, and challenges of every member of the community
A growth mindset and high levels of self/social awareness, self-management, empathy, and curiosity
Positive collaboration skills, including integrity, humility, and the ability to build/maintain authentic and trusting relationships
Exceptional ability to articulate thoughts and express ideas effectively using oral, written, visual, and nonverbal communication skills, as well as deep listening skills to gain understanding
Professional practices of attention to detail, punctuality, efficiency, and organization
Practicing Catholic with a Bachelor's degree in Theology or a related field (Master's degree preferred), or demonstrated training and leadership expertise in ministry
Proven experience working with youth in the classroom, ministry, community service and/or student life
Strong writing, editing, and communication skills
Able to work collaboratively with other departments

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Theology, Pastoral Ministry, or Divinity highly valued
Demonstrated experience in the independent school arena preferred, but not required
Proficiency in written and spoken Spanish is a plus

Responsibilities

Coordinate all school and family Masses in collaboration with the staff, faculty, and school leadership with the goal of optimizing student engagement and ensuring liturgies are culturally inclusive and reflective of our diverse community.
Organize training for liturgical ministers, student preachers, Eucharist ministers, lectors, altar servers and all other students involved with liturgical celebrations.
Coordinate all guest liturgical ministers, including priests, music ministers, and cantors.
Design and oversee opportunities for students and staff to interweave inclusive prayer experiences and spiritual practices into the daily life of the school.
Support adult formation by assisting in the design of retreats and liturgies for faculty and staff.
Plan all special prayer services throughout the school year, including prayer services and/or spiritual activities for the Advent and Lenten seasons.
Plan and organize activities for Catholic Schools Week, Dominican Sisters of Mission San Jose (DSMSJ) Week, and Founder’s Day.
Work with the Director of Mission and Brand Integration to provide faith resources and spiritual reflections for monthly Campus Ministry Newsletter.
Implement and oversee a comprehensive four-year student retreat program.
Nurture and empower students by infusing Gospel values and Catholic Social Teachings—including justice, peace, human dignity, and the integrity of creation—into all aspects of campus ministry and service work.
Design meaningful community service events that help students connect their service work to their faith. Work with the school leadership to develop a service learning program.
Promote and participate in the Dominican Preaching Conference, the DSMSJ Veritas Retreat, and other summer ministry programs.
Foster a relationship with our school sponsors, the Dominican Sisters of Mission San Jose, while cultivating the Dominican charism within all student life.
Identify, form, and train student ministers through the Service and Liturgical Team (SALT) and the Living In the Faith Experience (LIFE) Team.
Collaborate with the Religious Studies department to integrate classroom spirituality with campus-wide ministry events.
Conduct annual evaluations of ministry programs to ensure they meet the needs of our diverse community.
Collaborate with the Director of Mission and Brand Integration to manage the Mission and Ministry Committee and align school goals with Campus Ministry.
Participate in admissions and enrollment events, HR-related training, and other duties as assigned by the President/Principal to advance the ICA mission and vision.
Coordinate with Corporate Work Study and the Academic team to plan, design, and implement religious studies curriculum into new student orientation and the 9th grade Institute programming.
Provide instruction for the 9th grade Intro to Religion course for the first month of the school year.
Serve on Grade Level Teams, Student Life Committee, and attend Student of Concern meetings to provide holistic student support.