Merion Mercy Academy, an independent Catholic college preparatory school for girls grades 9-12 outside Philadelphia, Pennsylvania seeks a faith-filled leader to serve as Diversity Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) Coordinator.  The Coordinator embodies the School’s mission, is a member of the Mission Integration Department, reports to the Assistant Head of School for Mission Integration and works collaboratively with the Head of School.

Responsibilities

• Design the School’s DEIB initiatives in collaboration with the Head of School and the Assistant Head of School for Mission Integration.
• Present the School’s DEIB 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.
• Design, establish, and implement a “Belonging Through Service” program whereby all members of our community experience a sense of belonging through their participation in outreach.
• 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 DEIB issues to support building an inclusive community.
• Provide direct support for students, faculty and staff in matters of belonging.
• Address incidents of bias in the school community in alignment with school policy and in collaboration with a designated team of colleagues.
• Oversee MMA’s Affinity Group program and the Student Diversity Leadership Team.
• Maintain relationships with Mercy Education System of the Americas, other schools, and community organizations engaged in DEIB work.
• Participate in various team meetings and/or committees, including being a member of the Mission/DEIB Committee of the Board of Trustees.

Interested candidates should send a resume and cover letter along with contact information for three professional references to Anne Gregg, Executive Assistant to the Head of School, agregg@merion-mercy.com.

Merion Mercy Academy does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, sexual orientation, or national and

Experience

• Familiarity with and ability to express the relationship between DEIB, 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.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in appropriate field of study, Master’s degree preferred.

About Merion Mercy Academy

Merion Mercy Academy (MMA), founded in 1884, is an independent Catholic college preparatory school for girls grades 9-12. It is a sponsored ministry of the Institute of the Sisters of Mercy of the Americas and is a member of Mercy Education. Our foundress, Catherine McAuley, was a visionary who empowered those around her to do their part in making the world a better place. For 140 years, we’ve honored Catherine’s legacy through a faith-focused curriculum that stresses Mercy spirituality, global awareness, and social responsibility. We are a dedicated community of educators, administrators and staff who are committed to our school’s mission.

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