Diversity and Belonging Coordinator

Archdiocese of Philadelphia • Lower Gwynedd, PA

14d

About The Position

Diversity and Belonging Coordinator Gwynedd Mercy Academy High School, an independent Catholic college preparatory school for girls grades 9-12 in Gwynedd Valley, PA seeks a faith-filled leader to serve as Diversity and Belonging (DB) Coordinator. The coordinator embodies Gwynedd’s mission, reports to the Principal, and works collaboratively with the President.

Requirements

• Familiarity with and ability to express the relationship between DB, Catholic Social Teaching, and the Gospel.
• Demonstrated understanding of the principles and practices of equity analysis and inclusion program development.
• Experience in conflict resolution and ability to manage discomfort and tension that may arise when addressing racial, socio-economic, and other disparities.
• Commitment to diversity and a strong interest in planning cross cultural programming.
• Proven success working collaboratively with students, faculty, staff, parents, and community leaders.
• A history that includes speaking publicly on behalf of an organization both to large audiences and in more intimate settings.
• Experience as a proven problem-solver, critical thinker and change agent, adapting to new situations and challenges with determination and positive approaches.
• Bachelor's degree in appropriate field of study.

Responsibilities

• Design the School’s DB annual initiatives in collaboration with the President and Principal.
• Present the School’s DB initiatives as they relate to Catholic Social Teaching and Mercy Education Core Values to both internal and external audiences.
• Develop and implement strategies to cultivate, attract, support, and retain faculty and staff who reflect and support a diverse and inclusive school community.
• Collaborate with the Dean of Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment to develop and oversee the implementation of actionable long- and short-term goals for culturally responsive pedagogy.
• Develop and lead the implementation of community education around DB issues to support building an inclusive community.
• Provide direct support for students, faculty, and staff in matters of belonging.
• Work with the Dean of Student Affairs and Director of School Counseling to address incidents of bias in the school community in alignment with school policy.
• Oversee Gwynedd’s Affinity Group program and the Student Diversity Council.
• Maintain relationships with Mercy Education, other schools, and community organizations engaged in DB work.
• Participate in various team meetings and/or committees, including being a staff representative to the Mission and Governance Committee of the Board of Trustees.

What This Job Offers