1st grade catechist

New Melle, MO, US, 63365-0100

The Archdiocese of St. Louis strives to teach and share our faith, serve others, and foster unity throughout the St. Louis area. Once a part of Kenrick-Glennon Seminary's campus, the Cardinal Rigali Center in Shrewsbury, MO is today the headquarters and curia (governing body) for the Archdiocese of St. Louis.

Job Summary

• A practicing Catholic, baptized and confirmed in the Catholic faith
• A desire to grow in and share the Catholic faith
• An awareness of God’s grace and the desire to respond to that grace
• A commitment to the Church’s liturgical and sacramental life and moral teachings
• A generosity of spirit, respect for diversity of learning, and a habit of hospitality

Job Responsibilities

• Prepare lessons in advance, giving careful consideration to the developmental level of the grade being
taught
• Work as a team with co-catechist(s), substitutes, room parents and other volunteers
• Arrive at least 15 minutes early to set up classroom
• Incorporate a variety of techniques (visual, verbal, musical, physical) to facilitate varying learning styles
of students

• Foster an environment of prayer each week to include a variety of forms
• Restore and clean classroom at the end of each class

Job Requirements

• Complete initial application (interview with staff and background check)
• Complete Prevent and Protect training (including any supplemental training, if required)
• Advise staff of any substitute needs at least one week in advance
• Maintain safety and privacy of students
• Communicate regularly with parents via email

The Archdiocese of St. Louis is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, marital, parental, veteran or disability status.