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Full-Time Preprimary Teaching Position – The Good Shepherd Catholic Montessori in Cincinnati, Ohio

Full-Time Preprimary Teaching Position – The Good Shepherd Catholic Montessori in Cincinnati, Ohio 

Good Shepherd Catholic Montessori (GSCM) is seeking a dynamic individual to join our Preprimary team as a lead director/directress. This position begins immediately.  The director/directress will join our preprimary team of teachers, serving three different 3-6 environments. The environment has a full complement of Montessori materials. Preschool children attend half day and Kindergarten children attend full day. An assistant teacher is in the classroom for the morning session.

GSCM offers a strong Catholic identity and the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd to help children develop a profound, joyful relationship with God.  Applicants should be able to support a vibrant Catholic environment, which integrates Catholic faith formation with Montessori’s view of the whole child.  CGS is incorporated in each preprimary environment with an in-class atrium environment as well as scheduled time in the large atrium. Preprimary directresses serve as catechists for their children. GSCM offers catechesis training for those who are interested.

We have fully-equipped Montessori classrooms with classroom budgets to encourage teacher creativity.  Teachers also receive support through professional development funds and an incredible outpouring of parental support in many ways.  GSCM offers competitive salaries and benefits, a vibrant Catholic atmosphere, a joyful child-centered community, and a happy, spiritual working environment.

The ideal candidate will have a Montessori credential. State license or non-tax certificate is also required.

To apply, please send a resume and cover letter to:

Anne Marie Vega
The Good Shepherd Catholic Montessori
4460 Berwick St.
Cincinnati, Ohio  45227
Phone:  513-271-4171

Volunteer Catechists- Level I, Level II, and Level III in San Juan Capistrano, CA

Volunteer Catechists- Level I, Level II, and Level III – St. Margaret Episcopal Church

St. Margaret Episcopal Church is looking for Level I, Level II, and Level III certified Catechesis of the Good Shepherd Catechists. St. Margaret Episcopal Church offers atrium for Level I, Level II, and Level III children.

For more information, please contact Cassidy Edwards at Cassidyedwards00@gmail.com.

CGS Catechist (full time), Saint Joseph Catholic Montessori School in Mandan, North

Dakota

Catechesis of the Good Shepherd Catechist – Saint Joseph Catholic Montessori School in Mandan

The catechist will need to have completed CGS formation in at least the first two levels of Catechesis of the Good Shepherd prior to applying for this position. If not formed in Level III, the catechist will be asked to complete this training in due course.  Someone who has already completed Level I, II and III formations will be given preference. Salary falls within a graduated setup based on levels of education and years of experience and is the same for all guides throughout the school.

The atrium is the center of the educational world of the school and the catechist will be responsible for building up these environments as a place filled with God’s loving presence and wisdom. Currently we have a room for Children’s House (level 1) and a second for elementary (levels 2 and 3). The school is growing and so the catechist guide will help to grow the atrium environments and expand with the growth of the school.

The atrium catechist will be responsible for overseeing the atrium environments, working with guides throughout the school to enhance the life of faith in the rooms, and to work with the pastor in uniting prayer and the liturgical life of the parish with the school. Most of the time will be spent in the atrium environments.

Mandan, North Dakota is within the diocese of Bismarck which covers the entire Western half of the state. The diocese has a lively family and parish culture and many opportunities for one to grow and expand ones’ faith, deepen one’s life of prayer, and find friends who are seeking the same.

Please send your resume and a cover letter with three references to Fr. Joshua Waltz, pastor of Saint Joseph’s school and Parish either via email school@sjsmandan.org or via mail 410 Collins Avenue, Mandan, North Dakota 58554.  If you have questions, you are welcome to call Fr. Waltz at 701.663.9562.

Catechesis of the Good Shepherd Co-Director – St. Charles Hartland

Hartland, WI

Catechesis of the Good Shepherd Co-Director – St. Charles Hartland

1. Primary Function of this Position: The Co-Director helps the Children’s Discipleship Lead to foster conversion and discipleship among our youngest parishioners (3K through Fifth Grade) and their parents by implementing the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd (CGS): Montessori-based religious education.
2. Fulfillment of Position Through the St. Charles Culture:  All employees at St. Charles will embrace the affirming culture of:

                1) Keeping God first,           

                2) Working for Excellence and

                3) Becoming the best together.  

III.  Responsibilities:

 Assist in recruiting, managing, scheduling, and forming volunteers.
Be present during class times (some Sunday mornings and weekday evenings) to help support the program and minister to the volunteers and       families.
Assist with the annual registration process for CGS and sacramental preparation.
Assist with First Reconciliation and First Communion liturgies, retreats and special events.
Assist with administrative paperwork and communications.
Work with families who need extra attention.

Qualifications

1. Position Specifications:

Prior Level I training in CGS desired; further training anticipated.
Basic understanding of and enthusiasm for Church teachings and Catholic traditions.
Openness to listening, learning, working well with and speaking the truth in love to people of varying ages, needs and backgrounds.
Discretion in dealing with challenging or sensitive situations.
Good organizational and planning skills.
General aptitude in Microsoft Office and Google Suite.
Bachelor’s Degree in related field of study preferred.                                                                                                                                                                      Safeguarding All God’s Children Training and background check required

1. Working Environment:

Some evening and weekend work expected.
Some offsite  meetings/training required.
Some lifting may be required.

Compensation

Type Hourly

Notes Compensation is based on experience and training

Additional Information

Start Date 2022-06-01

Location St. Charles – Hartland (M11) ,  St. Charles – Hartland (M11)

County Waukesha

Job Category Parishes – Pastoral/Ministerial

Employment Type Part Time

To Apply

Instructions Copy and paste into your browser the application link below to download, complete, and submit, along with a resume and cover letter, to mgiovingo@stcharleshartland.org https://www.archmil.org/Resources/Application-for-Employment.html

Contact Name Marianne Giovingo

Address 313 Circle Drive, Hartland, WI 53029

Email mgiovingo@stcharleshartland.org

Phone 262-367-0800

Children’s Christian Formation Director

Troy, New York

CHILDREN’S CHRISTIAN FORMATION DIRECTOR
Saint John’s Episcopal Church  ^o  146 1^st Street
Troy, New York 12180

Saint John’s Episcopal Church is an active, engaged, diverse Christian community in the Anglican tradition located in downtown Troy, New York.  Saint John’s has a long history of dedication to children’s Christian formation.  The parish currently has about 20 children K-6^th grade, the majority of whom have not returned to Christian Formation since the beginning of the Covid pandemic.  The Rector, The Rev. Judith Malionek, is committed to providing the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd to the parish, is herself trained in this approach, and would love to support a Catechist of the Good Shepherd in establishing a thriving atrium at Saint John’s.  Saint John’s has a beautiful, dedicated space for Christian formation, a completed Level I atrium, all the wooden materials completed for a Level II atrium, and many of the wooden materials completed for Level III.  The parish has also sponsored a Level I training in the Catechesis and is open to making additional training available.  The Children’s Christian Formation Director is provided with a fully equipped office.  This is a 20-hour per week position which reports to the Rector.

JOB SUMMARY:

The primary responsibility of the Children’s Christian Formation Director will be to oversee the Christian formation of children in our parish community from pre-K – 6^th grade.  This will be accomplished through completing the atrium environment with the help of volunteers and establishing a flourishing Catechesis of the Good Shepherd program for children 3-12 years of age.  Over time, the Director will call the children and families back into the life of the church, following the guidelines of our medical officer, offering the riches of this catechetical approach, while being attentive to opportunities to invite additional children into Christian formation.

A secondary responsibility will be to work with the Christian Formation Committee volunteers to create four or more special children’s/family programs per year appropriate for Holy Days and Holy Seasons, such as Advent, Christmas, Lent, and Easter.

AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY:

1. Establish a flourishing Catechesis of the Good Shepherd Program.
2. Direct weekly Christian formation for children pre-K – 6^th grade, Sunday mornings from 9 a.m. until the Offertory at the 10 a.m. service (around 10:30) with volunteer assistance.
3. Coordinate sacramental preparation/day retreats for Holy Communion.
4. Complete the Level II and III atrium environments.
5. Oversee additional catechesis programing for children as it may develop.
6. Hire and oversee nursery staff should the need develop.
7. Attend monthly parish staff meetings.
8. Meet with the Rector weekly or as negotiated.
9. Pursue continued professional and spiritual growth; additional training for the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd will be financially supported by the parish.
10. Additional labor and income may be available through any Catechesis of the Good Shepherd trainings that may be offered at Saint John’s.
11. Monitor budgets for programs and document needs for additional funding.
12. Ensure all volunteers have undergone the Safeguarding God’s Children Training.
13. Additional duties as assigned by Rector.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Be a person with a heart to share Christ with children and with a love of Scripture and the liturgical traditions of the church.
• Catechesis of the Good Shepherd Training Completion Level I required at minimum with interest in training through Level III.
• Bachelor’s degree in any field.
• Long-standing committed and active church membership.
• Experience in ministry with children.
• Ability to work with people from a variety of age groups and backgrounds.
• Ability to organize, prioritize, manage multiple priorities, and work with minimal supervision.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, leadership, and mentoring skills
• Basic computer skills for email, word processing, simple promotional materials, and Zoom meetings.
• Safeguarding God’s Children training and background check will be required

SALARY & BENEFITS:

Salary $25,000 per year; 46 hours of paid leave per year; paid federal holidays (4 hours); after one year, contributions to the Church Pension Fund will be made.

If you are interested in this position, please send a cover letter and your resume to The Rev. Canon Judith Malionek; Rector, Saint John’s Episcopal Church; 146 1^st Street; Troy, NY 12180; (518)274-5884; rev.jmalionek@stjohnstroy.org

THANK YOU FOR YOUR INTEREST IN THIS POSITION!

Director of the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd Program

Las Vegas, NV

Director of the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd Program, Full Time

St John Neumann Roman Catholic Church has an immediate opening for a full time Director of the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd Program.  This position is responsible for implementing and executing the Montessori-based program.  This position recruits, directs and supervises the volunteer catechists and assistants that are trained to provide for the educational and spiritual formation of the children of the parish. Qualifications include certification in the National Program in Levels I, II and III and a minimum of 3 years program experience.  To apply please “click here” to access the Diocese Application form and return to:

Ms Cathy Trawinski
Director of Catechetical Ministries
St John Neumann Roman Catholic Church
2575 W El Campo Grande
North Las Vegas, NV 89031

Coordinator of Children’s Catechesis

St. Peter, Chillicothe, Ohio

TITLE:  COORDINATOR OF CHILDREN’S CATECHESIS

This is a full-time position which reports to Pastor and Director of Faith Formation.

JOB SUMMARY:

The primary responsibility of the Coordinator of Children’s Catechesis will be to oversee the catechesis of children in our parish community from pre-K – 6^th grade. This will be accomplished through establishing a flourishing Catechesis of the Good Shepherd program for ages 3-6 years of age (a Level I atrium is in its final stages of completion), the planning of a Level II atrium, coordinating sacramental preparation for First Reconciliation and First Holy Communion, directing the weekly Faith Formation Program for children ages 3-12 years of age, and overseeing additional catechesis programing for children in our consortium community such as Totus Tuus or Vacation Bible School.

AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY:

1. Establish a flourishing Catechesis of the Good Shepherd Program
2. Coordinate sacramental preparation for First Reconciliation and First Holy Communion
3. Direct weekly Faith Formation Program for children pre-K – 6^th grade
4. Oversee additional catechesis programing for children in our consortium community
5. Monitor budgets for programs
6. Ensure all volunteers have undergone the Diocesan Safe Environment Training
7. Attend parish staff meetings
8. Pursue continued professional and spiritual growth
9. Additional duties as assigned by pastor

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Our first priority is a person with a heart to share Christ with children.
• Catechesis of the Good Shepherd Training Completion Levels I and II preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in theology or equivalent experience preferred
• Protecting God’s Children Certification Course and Background check will be required
• Experience in ministry as a volunteer or trained missionary working with children preferred
• Ability to work with a variety of age groups and backgrounds
• Ability to organize, prioritize, manage multiple priorities, and work with minimal supervision
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Leadership and mentoring skills
• Skills in navigating and creating electronic forms, advertisements, and tracking spending

SALARY & BENEFITS:

Salary negotiable based on experience and certifications

Benefits offered through the Diocese of Columbus

If you are interested in applying, please send your resume and the completed application questions to Andrea McLean, Director of Faith Formation, at St. Peter Church Office, 285 W. Water Street, Chillicothe, Ohio 45601; tel. 740-774-1407; amclean@stpeterchillicothe.com.

Link to the Google Form version of the Application Questions to make it one step easier for applicants: https://forms.gle/iYrqRATnz7Xkgos39