Pacifica Christian High Hiring for Student Life Coordinator at Santa Monica, CA Full Time

The Student Life Coordinator is responsible for student support (social, mental health & emotional) and assisting with the co-curricular operations of the school. They will work as part of the Pacifica Christian Student Life Department and work closely with students to oversee student leadership, student life events and initiatives. Additionally, they will work with the Director of Student Life in managing all administrative processes related to student organizations.

The ideal candidate is also mature in Christian faith, with significant, sustained investment in a local church community and a life rich in devotion and/or spiritual discipline. We expect all Pacifica employees to support our community-wide project to use academics, extracurriculars, and personal relationships as a means of grace to help all involved become more fully human in the recognition and restoration of the image of God within us.

Duties include:
Partner with the Student Life Director to support events and activities by developing meaningful relationships with students

A willingness to respect and meet students where they are, in order to graciously walk with them and guide them through this moment in life

A clear understanding of how to be, both, a trusted friend and mentor

An excitement and joy in hanging out with and genuinely getting to know teenagers

An eagerness to support students in all that they do (i.e. Arts, Academics, Athletics, etc.)

A desire to fight for students’ needs, while helping them to navigate the nuances of young adulthood

A desire to create programming that encourages students to tap into their inner child.

Coordinate marketing and social media presence

This position is ideal for someone who wants to be part of a relational community, be involved in the lives of teenagers, and enjoys having diverse responsibilities. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter who has the tact and professionalism to work with parents, students, and colleagues.

Additional responsibilities:
Participation in after-hours or overnight campus events such as the all-school retreat, open house, student life events, and graduation.

Manage student orgs and work with students to maintain and improve student culture.

Abide by the guidelines stated in the employee handbook and be consistent in applying the policies of the school as stated in the student handbook and curriculum guide.

Qualifications

An ideal candidate will be a relational expert and may have experience in youth ministry or an academic setting and may have a degree(s) in counseling, school psychology, or M.Ed

Pacifica Christian is a private independent liberal arts high school located in West Los Angeles. The school is in the heart of Santa Monica just 18 blocks from the Pacific Ocean. The strategic nature of the school’s location enhances the importance of its mission and vision. Enrollment is full at 265 students with a staff of 42 professionals.

Compensation: Competitive, commensurate with experience

Benefits:
Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

403(b) Retirement

Professional development support