Inclusive Excellence and Service Coordinator

Merion Mercy Academy, an independent Catholic college preparatory school for girls grades 9-12 outside Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and sponsored by the Sisters of Mercy, seeks an Inclusive Excellence & Service Coordinator to support a school environment where all students feel welcomed, valued, and connected. This individual works closely with the Dean of Student Formation, the School Counselor, the Human Resources Manager, the Principal, and the President as needed.

This is a full time, 12 month, non-exempt position reporting to the Dean of Student Formation. This role also coordinates MMA’s service programs, helping students engage meaningfully in service to the broader community.

• Oversee student service programs, ensuring the program is aligned with MMA’s mission, Mercy Core Values, and the Critical Concerns of the Sisters of Mercy.
• Ensure service experiences foster compassion, justice-oriented engagement, and authentic relationships with diverse communities.
• Coordinate details for after-school service events, ensuring volunteers and chaperones are scheduled as necessary.
• Oversee the coordination of immersion trips.
• Facilitate student reflection connecting service to faith, Mercy spirituality, and Catholic Social Teaching.
• Empower students to grow as leaders through service grounded in Gospel values.

• Design and lead DEIB initiates in collaboration with school leadership through a Catholic and Mercy lens.
• Present MMA’s DEIB initiatives as they relate to Catholic Social Teaching and Mercy Education Core Values to both internal and external audiences.
• Assist faculty and staff in fostering an inclusive and culturally responsive environment.
• Develop and lead the implementation of community education around DEIB issues.
• Advise the President regarding matters concerning DEIB as requested and appropriate.
• Address incidents of bias in the school community in alignment with school policy

• Collaborate with faculty, Campus Ministry, and student leaders to integrate service and DEIB into retreats and school life.
• Cultivate and maintain reciprocal partnerships with community organizations aligned with Mercy values.
• Oversee affinity groups, student diversity leadership initiatives, and service-focused student organizations.
• Coordinate local and national service opportunities that meet safety and mission standards.

• Track and evaluate service participation, learning outcomes, and DEIB initiatives for mission effectiveness.
• Communicate DEIB and service initiatives to internal and external audiences through the lens of Catholic Social Teaching.
• Provide reports and strategic recommendations to school leadership.
• Participate in committees and government structures, including the Mission and DEIB Committee of the Board of Trustees as requested.

• Bachelor's degree in related field of study required.
• Master’s degree in Organization Development, DEI, Social Science or other related field preferred.
• DEI Certificate preferred.

• Minimum 3-5 years’ experience in a similar role.
• 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 facilitating conflict resolution in a school environment is highly preferred.
• Experience as a proven problem-solver, critical thinker and change agent, adapting to new situations and challenges with determination and positive approaches.
• Willing to work…