Teacher, PSR
Archdiocese of St. Louis
Location
Maryland Heights, Missouri
Quick overview
PSR Teachers are responsible for teaching weekly evening classes to children in grades 1-8, preparing engaging lessons aligned with Archdiocesan guidelines. They also foster a welcoming classroom environment and communicate with parents about student progress.
Requirements summary
Candidates must be practicing Catholics in good standing with a passion for teaching the faith. Previous teaching experience is preferred, and completion of safe environment training is required.
Job description
- 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 a dynamic future.
- We have a rich history, with its establishment 200 years ago by St.
- Rose Phillppine Duchesne.
- 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.
Job summary
Holy Spirit Catholic Church is seeking faith-filled, committed PSR Teachers to serve in our Parish School of Religion program. PSR Teachers play a vital role in handing on the Catholic faith to children in grades 1–8 who attend public or non-Catholic schools. Teachers will prepare and deliver engaging weekly lessons rooted in Scripture, Church teaching, and the Sacraments while helping students grow in their relationship with Jesus Christ.
- Job responsibilities
- Teach weekly evening PSR classes during the academic year (typically one evening per week).
- Prepare age-appropriate, engaging lessons aligned with Archdiocesan guidelines and parish curriculum.
- Foster a welcoming, respectful classroom environment rooted in Catholic values.
- Incorporate prayer, Scripture, Church teachings, and liturgical seasons into instruction.
- Communicate with parents regarding student progress and important program updates.
- Collaborate with the DRE and fellow catechists to support sacramental preparation and special events (e.g., Reconciliation, First Communion, Confirmation).
- Attend required training sessions, meetings, and safe environment workshops.
- Serve as a positive role model of Catholic faith, service, and discipleship.
- Job requirements
- Practicing Catholic in good standing with the Church
- Passion for teaching the faith and working with children
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Previous teaching or catechetical experience preferred, but not required
- Completion of (or willingness to complete) Protecting God’s Children training and other Archdiocesan safe environment requirements
- Willingness to follow curriculum guidelines and participate in catechist formation
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.