REACH Program Director of Graduate Support
Company: Regis High School
Location: New York City
Posted on: February 19, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description REACH Program & Regis High
School Mission Statements REACH, through a transformative middle
school program, empowers high-achieving young men from underserved
communities as Catholic leaders committed to faith, scholarship,
and service. REACH is a free summer-and-Saturday enrichment program
for middle-school boys designed to enhance students’ academic and
leadership skills. Through our advanced curriculum, REACH prepares
its students to win scholarships and financial aid to the most
selective Catholic high schools in the New York City area,
including Regis High School. Regis High School transforms Catholic
young men through an academically exceptional Jesuit education in a
caring community which inspires leadership, generosity and a
lifelong passion for service as Men for Others . Regis is tuition
free and merit based, giving special consideration to families in
need of financial assistance. Role Description The REACH Program
Director of Graduate Support (DGS) serves year-round as a member of
the REACH administrative team. The DGS will assist with the general
administration and organizational leadership of REACH, with key
responsibilities including serving as an on-site co-director for
the six-week summer program, three weeks of which are residential.
The DGS will also serve as an administrator during 20 REACH
Saturdays throughout the school year. The DGS’ schedule allows for
one day off during each week that follows their leadership on a
REACH Saturday. Essential Responsibilities Advise 200 REACH alumni
in high school; respond to their academic & socio-emotional needs.
Coordinate support with administrators, counselors, and teachers at
the schools where alumni attend. Serve as the site co-director for
a 3-week residential camp, leading 150 students and 40 employees.
Steward 8th grade students and families through the high school
admissions and financial aid processes. Facilitate collegiate and
professional alumni engagement through a yearlong calendar of
events. Teach courses in fall, spring, and summer, focusing on
leadership skills and high school readiness. Serve as a REACH
program administrator; complete any other assigned tasks to achieve
program goals. These administrative responsibilities require the
DGS to be available for the 6-week REACH summer session, which
includes a 3-week residential session as the site co-director at
the University of Scranton in Pennsylvania. The second 3-week
session of the summer takes place at Regis. These sessions
typically run from approximately early July to mid-August. While in
Scranton, the DGS assists in managing a faculty and staff of
approximately 40 employees to care for the health, safety, and
growth of the 150 students in their care. Role Requirements
Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred. At least 1-3
years of experience as a teacher or administrator in middle or high
school. Willingness to support and advance the Catholic and Jesuit
mission of the school through all interactions. Commitment to
uplifting marginalized communities and a deep belief in the success
of all students. Desired Qualifications Versatile: Comfortable in
dynamic environments; responsive to an evolving educational
landscape. Collaborative: Commitment to engage with faculty and
parents to support individual student-needs/success. Self-Starter:
Proven capacity to work independently toward setting and
prioritizing ambitious goals. Excellent organization and
communication skills, specifically in the forms of planning and
public speaking. Proven experience as a relationship-builder and
partnership-manager with individuals and institutions. Spanish
language proficiency / Master’s degree in Education, Educational
Leadership, or a related field. A background working with immigrant
families and familiarity with the Jesuit tradition of education.
Passion to empower students as young men for others, rooted in to
our Five Jesuit School Principles: Open to Growth, Intellectually
Proficient, Religious, Loving, and Committed to Doing Justice.
Start Date: ASAP Salary Range: $66,300 - $80,000 based on
experience Other expectations The REACH program expects one to
conduct oneself at all times in a manner which shall not bring
reproach upon oneself or REACH. The job description is to be used
merely as a guide of expectations rather than an exhaustive list of
all duties and competencies. All requirements and skills are
subject to change as the organization needs evolve. To Apply: This
position is a 12-month, in-person role. During the academic year,
the REACH Director of Graduate Support will work five days per week
on a rotating schedule from Monday to Saturday. This position
carries with it the standard Regis High School PTO allocations for
non-faculty staff members, modified to match the unique demands of
the REACH program. Interested applicants should submit a cover
letter, resume, and a list of three professional references.
Qualified applicants, when all their required documents are
submitted, will be contacted regarding next steps. Applications
will be accepted until the position is filled. The Regis community
strives to foster a sense of belonging at all levels of the
organization. The hiring managers and school leaders seek to
recruit and retain highly talented faculty and staff who are
committed to the Catholic Jesuit mission and values. Central to
this mission is a commitment to diversity and care for the whole
person, (cura personalis). Regis is an equal opportunity
employer.
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