Faith Finders Teacher

Faith Finders Teacher

The Archdiocese of St. Louis Catholic Education and Formation features an expansive coalition of schools that allow our children to develop a sense of purpose and value, receive a higher quality education, join a welcoming community and feel secure in a dynamic future. A coalition of schools serving over 50,000 students (PreK-12) within an 11-county area. The educational experience provided to our students and their families is rooted in a higher calling from God to honor and celebrate the gifts He has given us.

The Faith Finders Teacher supports the parish summer camp program cent de Paul Catholic Church in Perryville. This role is responsible for creating a safe, engaging, and faith-centered environment for children participating in the Faith Finders summer program. Working as part of a collaborative team, teachers help support the spiritual, social, and developmental growth of children through structured activities, play, and daily routines.

The position plays a key role in fostering a positive atmosphere rooted in Catholic values while ensuring all children are supervised and cared for throughout the camp day.

• Provide a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment for all children at all times
• Supervise and actively engage with children during classroom activities, outdoor play, water activities, and transitions
• Plan, organize, and lead age-appropriate activities, including crafts, games, and faith-based learning experiences
• Support the integration of Catholic teachings and values into daily programming
• Collaborate with fellow teachers and program staff to ensure a consistent and well-organized daily schedule
• Assist with preparation, distribution, and cleanup of snacks and lunches
• Monitor children's behavior and promote positive interactions, conflict resolution, and respect for others
• Ensure proper use and care of supplies, equipment, and facilities
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of classrooms and shared spaces
• Communicate effectively with supervisors and team members regarding student needs, concerns, or incidents
• Follow all parish, school, and diocesan policies and safety procedures
• Complete all other duties as assigned to support the overall success of the program

Minimum age of 16 years old Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team in a dynamic environment Strong communication and interpersonal skills, especially when working with children Dependable, responsible, and positive attitude Willingness to support and uphold the mission and values of the parish

The Archdiocese of St. Louis Catholic Education and Formation 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.