Teacher - PSR

Archdiocese of St. Louis; Northern (KY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

Archdiocese of St. Louis seeks a Parish School of Religion (PSR) Teacher to provide engaging, age-appropriate instruction in religious studies and support the spiritual, moral, and personal development of students.

The role emphasizes fostering a welcoming classroom environment aligned with Catholic faith and parish values. You will model faith, collaborate with PSR leadership, and participate in liturgies and parish activities while upholding safety and policy guidelines.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates commitment to Catholic faith and parish mission.
• Ability to create an engaging, welcoming learning environment.
• Strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills.
• Maintain appropriate professional boundaries with children and youth.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver age-appropriate religion lessons aligned with the PSR curriculum and Catholic teachings.
• Create a respectful classroom environment encouraging questions and discussion.
• Encourage prayer, reflection, and exploration of the Catholic faith.
• Incorporate activities and resources to enhance student learning and engagement.
• Model Christian values and support students' spiritual and personal development.
• Teach Catholic traditions, Scripture, prayer, sacraments, and Church teachings as appropriate.
• Participate in PSR liturgies, prayer services, and sacramental preparation.
• Maintain attendance and progress records, ensuring documentation.
• Communicate professionally with students, parents, and parish staff.
• Maintain a welcoming, organized classroom and respect for every student and family.
• Follow PSR policies, safety requirements, and parish guidelines.
• Support PSR and parish mission and programs.

Skills

Catholic faith commitment

Engaging classroom

Communication skills

Professional boundaries

Job description

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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

The Parish School of Religion (PSR) Teacher is responsible for providing engaging, age-appropriate instruction in religious studies while supporting the spiritual, moral, and personal development of students. The teacher creates a welcoming, respectful, and inclusive learning environment where students are encouraged to explore and deepen their understanding of the Catholic faith, learn about Church traditions and teachings, and develop a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.

The PSR Teacher serves as a positive role model of faith and supports the mission and values of the parish by fostering a classroom environment rooted in respect, compassion, integrity, and understanding.

Job Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate religion lessons in alignment with the PSR curriculum and Catholic teachings.
• Create a positive and respectful classroom environment that encourages students to ask questions, share ideas, reflect on their faith, and participate in thoughtful discussion.
• Encourage critical thinking, respectful dialogue, prayer, and personal reflection as students explore the Catholic faith.
• Incorporate age-appropriate activities, instructional resources, technology, and real-world examples to enhance student learning and engagement.
• Support students' spiritual, moral, and personal development by modeling Christian values and encouraging them to live out their faith in their daily lives.
• Teach and reinforce knowledge of Catholic traditions, Scripture, prayer, sacraments, and the teachings of the Catholic Church as appropriate to the assigned grade level.
• Participate in PSR liturgies, prayer services, sacramental preparation, and other parish or faith-based activities as appropriate.
• Maintain accurate student attendance, progress records, and other required documentation.
• Communicate professionally and respectfully with students, parents/guardians, parish staff, and fellow PSR teachers.
• Maintain a professional, welcoming, and well-organized classroom that respects the dignity and individuality of every student and family.
• Follow all PSR policies, procedures, safety requirements, and parish guidelines.
• Support the mission, values, programs, and community activities of the PSR and parish.
• Collaborate with PSR leadership and other teachers to promote a consistent, supportive, and faith-filled learning experience.

Job Requirements

• Demonstrated knowledge of and commitment to the Catholic faith and the mission of the Parish School of Religion.
• Ability to create an engaging, welcoming, and age-appropriate learning environment.
• Strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively with children and youth while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries.
• Dependable, patient, compassionate, and enthusiastic approach to teaching and ministry.
• Willingness to participate in parish and PSR activities beyond regular classroom instruction as appropriate.
• Previous teaching, catechetical, youth ministry, or classroom experience is preferred.

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.
Pre-Employment Screening
All candidates receiving an employment offer must submit a pre-employment screening. The screening will include criminal background check, Family Care Safety Registration, drug screen, employment and educational licensure/certification verification, health screening, and any other screenings deemed necessary for employment. Any offer would be contingent upon successful completion of any required screening.

Our Mission

We are a unique community—diverse in our talent, but unified in our drive to create together, face challenges together and grow together. Our values push us to empower, propel and inspire new ways of turning possibilities into realities. Our competencies define the behaviors that guide who we are, how we are inspired and how we inspire of others to succeed.

Work/life balance is so important to the archdiocese. After all, our business is about making life easier and better—and we want that for you and your career just as much as our consumers and their day-to-day lives. That’s why we offer flexible working times, remote working options, generous paid vacation increasing with service, and personal leaves of absence.

As well as being able to make the most of life at home, you’ll also be able to contribute to the Archdiocese sponsored volunteer events. You can discover more about who we’re working with near you, and you can always ask us more about this at events and interviews—we love to see how passionate our people are about giving back.