Cristo Rey Network·San Jose, California
Deliver engaging academic instruction and foster a supportive classroom environment for incoming students during the Summer Bridge program. Collaborate with staff to build students' foundational skills and confidence for their transition into the Work Study Program.
Through a culture of joyful learning, Cristo Rey San José celebrates and develops students’ unique gifts as they encounter God’s love and become leaders who shape society with and for others.
Cristo Rey San José is a Jesuit, Catholic college-prep high school where students of any faith commit to a rigorous curriculum and professional work experience. Students realize their inherent potential and prepare to complete a post-secondary education that will set them on a path toward a sustainable, fulfilling future. Through the Ignatian charism of cura personalis, students facing barriers to opportunity become leaders filled with passion, purpose, confidence and conscience.
Cristo Rey San José is seeking a part-time Summer Bridge Instructor to support incoming students during our Summer Bridge program. The instructor will deliver engaging academic instruction, foster a positive classroom environment, and help students build the skills and confidence needed for a successful transition into the Work Study Program. Responsibilities include lesson delivery, classroom management, student support, and collaboration with Summer Bridge staff to ensure a meaningful and supportive summer learning experience.
The ideal candidate has teaching experience, strong communication skills, and a passion for working with high school students in a mission-driven educational setting.
Reports to: Senior Director of Operations, CWSP
Essential duties
Deliver engaging instructional lessons aligned with Summer Bridge program goals.
Create a supportive, inclusive, and structured classroom environment for incoming students.
Monitor student progress and provide support to help build foundational skills.
Maintain effective classroom management and encourage positive student participation.
Collaborate with Summer Bridge staff to coordinate activities and address student needs.
Communicate regularly regarding student progress and any concerns.
Support student transition to high school by reinforcing confidence and work readiness skills.
Participate in staff meetings, training sessions, and program-related responsibilities as needed.
Deep belief in the transformative power of education and a commitment to serving underrepresented communities.
Team
Player: Desire to collaborate, be flexible and pitch in as needed.
Growth mindset: Embrace challenges, solicit and learn from feedback, and view setbacks as opportunities for growth.
Self-Motivated and
Proactive: Takes initiative without needing close supervision; anticipates needs, identifies opportunities for improvement, and follows through on tasks and projects with persistence and purpose.
Work style: Excellent organizational and time management skills to meet deadlines.
Communication: Ability to effectively communicate with internal and external stakeholders
Attention to detail: Highly detail oriented… slightly obsessed with accuracy :)
Strong
Multi-Tasker: Effectively manages and prioritizes multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
Clear
Communicator: Demonstrates strong written and verbal communication skills tailored to a variety of audiences.
Physical requirements
Stand or sit for long periods of time.
Ability to lift 15-30 pounds on an as needed basis.
We understand that not all candidates will meet every qualification and believe that diverse experiences and backgrounds are valuable. We value potential and willingness to learn, so if you’re passionate about this role and think you would be able to excel, we encourage you to apply.
Salary and compensation
This is a non-exempt position. Pay at an hourly rate between $20-$25 an hour based on previous experience and education.
The position requires approximately 4 hours commitment on teaching days from 11 am - 3 pm, 2-3 days a week.
This role is temporary, and part-time and therefore not eligible for benefits.
Cristo Rey San Jose is dedicated to both the letter and the spirit of the equal employment opportunity laws. Employment decisions will not be made on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), age or sexual orientation, military or veteran status or political affiliation. Employment decisions based on religious preferences and other religious needs may be made in accordance with applicable law. Cristo Rey also prohibits discrimination on the basis of these protected classifications.
Requires a Bachelor's degree or current enrollment in an education program, with prior experience working with middle or high school students. Candidates must possess strong classroom management skills and a commitment to the mission of Cristo Rey San José.
Market context
In California, part-time summer bridge instructors are often sought for programs serving middle and high school students, especially when schools need staff with classroom management experience and alignment to a mission-driven environment. This role can be competitive because it asks for both education-related preparation and direct youth experience, while the posted requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original job description to save you research time. If you’re considering applying, review the program’s mission and be ready to describe specific classroom management examples.