St. Louis Catholic Church Early Childhood Development Center currently offers a traditional play-based program. We are seeking qualified Montessori guides 0-3 who can support the transition and implementation of a full Montessori program. The Guides will possess a deep understanding of human development and the early years of life. Two
Assistant to Infancy Montessori Guide positions are being created. One will be for the Nido environment (babies ages 4 months +) and one for the Toddler environment (18 months - 3 years of age).
Essential Duties
- Create peaceful, loving and respectful environments using the Montessori method of education.
- Create a rich language environment and facilitate plenty of opportunities for free movement for the children.
- Observe and respond to the constantly-changing needs of the children under her care.
- Instill values of independence and collaboration not only in the children but also in the families that we serve.
- Cultivate a solid relationship with the parents, mentoring them and finding ways to support them with the precious task of raising caring and independent children.
- Mentor other teachers and assistants.
- Support and uphold the principles and values of the Catholic faith.
- Act as a witness to the Gospel by modeling the teachings of the Catholic Church.
- Support and adheres to the Standards of Conduct and policies and procedures of the parish.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree (Educational field preferred)
- Montessori Assistance to Infancy training (AMI preferred)
- Experience (3 years or more preferred)
- Catechesis of the Good Shepherd training (preferred)
- Must submit an Ethics and Integrity in Ministry (EIM) Application for Ministry within the first week of employment.
- Must participate in an EIM Basic abuse prevention training workshop within 60 days of submitting a complete application for ministry.
- Must maintain EIM compliance during the entire term of employment.
Mental / Physical Tasks: (Place "E" next to Essential Tasks)
E
Talking
E
Using office equipment, stapler, telephone, etc.
E
Listening
E
Using personal computer
E
Standing
E
Sitting
E
Walking
E
Bending
E
Grasping/holding
E
Pushing/pulling
E
Lifting/carrying
E
Reading & comprehending
Moving heavy equipment
E
Seeing
Driving
Other
Working Conditions:
- All employees of the parish are engaged in ministry and closely tied to the Pastor in the exercise of his ministry and obligations to the church.
- The parish is an at-will employer, which means the employment relationship can be terminated at any time, with or without notice, by either the employee or the employer.
- All buildings and vehicles owned by the parish are tobacco free.
- Working in a fast-paced environment with priorities and plans that may change rapidly.
- Working on weekends, evenings, and some holidays may be required.
- Will be exposed to religious ceremonies, conduct, and speech including Catholic Christian prayer and liturgical celebrations.
- Will be required to adhere to established dress codes and conduct standards.
- May be required to use personal or parish vehicles to drive to off-site locations.
- Travelling within and outside the parish to meetings and other events may be required, and travel may include overnight lodging.
Ministerial Character
The Pastor is the visible principle and foundation of unity in the parish (St. Louis King of France Catholic Church and School - Austin, Texas) which the Bishop has entrusted to him. He makes Christ's mission present and enduring in the parish. In order to fulfill his mission, the Pastor employs suitable, chosen collaborators (clergy and lay people). He shares with them his mission and entrusts various responsibilities to them.
Positions employed at St. Louis King of France Catholic Church and School - Austin, Texas help to extend the ministry of the Pastor in particular ways as outlined in the job description. Therefore, the employee in this position is closely connected to and assists the Pastor in the performance of his ministry and thereby engages in ministry for the Church.
Salary: $40000 per year
