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Archdiocese of Denver Totus Tuus Missionary Teacher 

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Feeling ready for a career that gives you the freedom to openly live out your values, foster your spiritual life, AND excel at your work? Do you desire to work where you personally will make an eternal impact on the world?  

As you look around, you may notice our societal underpinnings, cultural norms, and our overall ethos in America no longer supports and buoys up those seeking to follow Christ. At this pivotal point in history, there is an amazing opportunity to rediscover the power of the Gospel and to bring people to the saving grace and abundance of life in Jesus Christ. If you feel a tug on your heart to live on mission for the glory of the Father, we’d love to meet you.  

 THE POSITION: The Totus Tuus Missionary Teacher is entrusted with the job of spreading the Gospel of Jesus Christ to the youth of the Archdiocese of Denver through the programming set forth by Totus Tuus Denver. The Missionary Teacher will be teaching classes to 1st – 6th grade children during the day and leading talks and discussions with 7th – 12th grade students in the evenings, all while maintaining a spirit of joy and, when appropriate, silliness. The Missionary Teacher will be asked to instruct youth towards knowledge and respect for God, the Church, Sacraments, and Mary the Mother of God through their active personal relationship with Jesus. The Missionary Teacher will be in close contact with three other teachers that will, under normal circumstances, constitute a team of two men and two women. Within this team setting, the Missionary Teacher will be asked to foster fruitful team dynamics, which will be displayed in open communication among the team and to their superiors, aiding in the growth of a life of prayer and Christian virtue among the teachers, professional relationships with the parishes and faithfully and efficiently spreading the Gospel of Jesus Christ to the participants of the Totus Tuus program. All of this will occur while maintaining appropriate boundaries in all relationships.  

 The anticipated fruit from a Totus Tuus Teacher are the following:  

  • The youth experience the beauty of our Catholic faith and grow in personal relationship with Jesus through the sharing and interactions of a Missionary Teacher.  
  • Bring joy to the youth to whom they minister through facilitation of games and skits.  
  • Bless local parishes with faithfulness and enthusiasm as shown by positive reviews and comments.  
  • Fellow Missionary Teachers grow in spiritual and human formation because of his/her interactions with you.  
  • Being filled with a spirit of joy and charity through the faithful completion of the given duties and tasks.    

The Mission of the Archdiocese of Denver:   

The Archdiocese of Denver exists so that in Jesus Christ all might be rescued and have abundant life, for the glory of the Father.   

At the Archdiocese of Denver Pastoral Center, we seek to live this mission by living the following values. You will love working here if you aspire and strive to live these:  

  • Abide in Relationship: Having become sons and daughters of the Father in Baptism, we grow in relationship with him and our neighbor.   
  • Be the Cavalry: Our desire is to build up God’s Kingdom and to rescue our neighbor. The work to be accomplished is ours. No army is coming; we are the cavalry.   
  • Confound the World: We recognize we’re on mission to proclaim the power of the Gospel in the modern wilderness, a hostile land which requires courage in the face of opposition. Our joyful, countercultural witness perplexes the world and plants seeds of curiosity about its origin.  

Key Job Responsibilities: 

  • Attend and actively participate in training provided beginning on Day 1;  
  • Spread the Joy of the Gospel while faithfully adhering to the programming set forth by Totus Tuus Denver;  
  • Maintain open dialogue with the Missionary Teacher’s superiors, amongst their team members and with the parish;  
  • Act in accordance with Christian virtue when interacting with various parishes, families and individuals that the Missionary Teacher will meet throughout their summer working for Totus Tuus Denver;  
  • Promote virtuous, prayerful, and charitable living amongst the team that the Missionary Teacher is working with;  
  • Work respectfully with the parish at which the Totus Tuus program is being held;  
  • Lead a morning program for 1st – 6th grade students Monday thru Friday from 9am 3pm;  
  • Lead an evening program for 7th – 12th grade students Sunday through Thursday from 7pm 9pm including talks and discussions.  
  • Facilitate games, skits and songs for both age groups;  
  • Use proper discipline as outlined in training towards students; and  
  • Sell Totus Tuus T-Shirts and properly handle the money as directed by their superior.  

 EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:   

  • High School Diploma or equivalent;  
  • Valid drivers’ license and insurance if required.    

Wage & Classification:  

  • This seasonal position is not eligible benefits or overtime eligible  
  • Stipend paid for 8.5 weeks of employment is $4,200  
  • Housing and most meals are provided for the assigned 8.5 weeks.  

COMPETENCIES AND QUALIFICATIONS:   

  • Be a fully initiated Catholic in the communion of the Catholic Church and intentionally living out the five precepts of the Church (CCC 2041-2043);  
  • Living in a manner that does not contradict or bring disgrace to our Catholic beliefs or precepts.  
  • Basic first aid knowledge and the ability to respond quickly to emergencies or accidents is a plus.  

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:  

Teachers will be expected to partake in the following physical activities:  

  • Physical Stamina: Ability to stand, walk, and be active for extended periods, as the role involves outdoor activities and supervision of children/young adults during various Totus Tuus events.  
  • Mobility: Agility and flexibility to participate in recreational activities and games with the participants.  
  • Lifting and Carrying: Capability to lift and carry necessary equipment or supplies, such as first aid kits, sports equipment, or crafts materials up to 45 pounds.  
  • Outdoor Endurance: Tolerance for varying weather conditions, as the job may involve exposure to sun, rain, or other outdoor elements.  

PROGRAM LOGISTICS:  

The employment commitment will run from May 24, 2024, through July 28, 2024. These dates include teacher training. Missionary Teachers will have the July 4th week off, from June 30th to July 5th, 2024. Housing and meals will not be provided during this week. On Saturday afternoon, July 6th, Missionary Teachers will need to arrive at their next parish to begin week five of the Totus Tuus program.  

Totus Tuus Missionary Teachers are seasonal stipend employees, receiving a full pay of $4200 for the 8.5 weeks. Housing is provided as well as most meals.