The following positions are available at St. John the Baptist Church or School. Information on the application process can be found below or in the position link provided. Please click here for a job application form.
Youth Ministry Intern – Temporary
If interested, please send your cover letter and resume to Jim Martin, Director of Community Life, St. John the Baptist Church, 835 2nd Ave NW, New Brighton, MN 55112. Fax: 651-633-7404; Email: martinj@stjohnnyb.org.
Coordinator of Discipleship for High School Youth and Young Adults
Job Purpose: To assist the parish with the ministry and formation needs of St. John’s families that have children in grades 9-12 as well as young adults ages 18-35 as they encounter Christ and learn to live within the heart of the Catholic Church. This position will provide a dynamic and comprehensive program for youth in grades 9-12 serving youth from local public and private schools creating an environment where missionary discipleship can be lived. This position will ministry to young adults connecting them together and within the structures of ministry at St. John’s. Coordinate a 1-year confirmation preparation program for students in grades 9-12.Responsibilities include planning, organizing, and leading discipleship formation for youth through youth group and discipleship small groups as well as envisioning ministry teams such as Retreat Teams and Peer Ministry Teams. Recruiting, forming, and equipping adult and teen leaders as they are guided to serve youth ministry needs. Aiding in the significant transition times in a senior high teens life: from middle school to high school; high school to college; and into young adulthood. This will include discipling parents and adults as well as youth. Compliance in all areas of the Archdiocese Safe Environment Policy is essential.
If interested, please send your cover letter and resume to Jim Martin, Director of Community Life, St. John the Baptist Church, 835 2nd Ave NW, New Brighton, MN 55112. Fax: 651-633-7404; Email: martinj@stjohnnyb.org.
Intervention Teacher
St. John’s is seeking a full-time Intervention Teacher who is passionate, creative, positive, and dedicated with the desire to inspire our students and help then grow academically and spiritual in a Catholic school environment. This candidate should possess a love of working with students, especially Kindergarten students, ability to take work direction, ability to work independently, and the ability to assist in supervising students.on.
If interested, please send a cover letter and your resume to Ann Laird at lairda@stjohnnyb.org.
Middle School ELA and Religion Teacher
St. John’s is seeking a passionate, creative, positive, and dedicated teacher with the desire to inspire our students and help them grow academically and spiritually in a Catholic school environment. This candidate should possess knowledge of instructional best practices, the role of data and assessment in student progress and growth, and classroom management. This candidate should also have strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with students, staff, and parents.
If interested, please send a cover letter and your resume to Ann Laird at lairda@stjohnnyb.org.
Catechesis of the Good Shepherd Coordinator
To assist the preschool and church with ministry and formation needs of children in preschool ages along with the families as they encounter Christ and learn to live within the heart of the Catholic Church. This position will develop, coordinate, and implement the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd efforts in forming our youngest disciples in our preschool with growth to the church.
Responsibilities include leading the program in development, teaching, training, scheduling and supervision of catechists, assistants, and volunteers. Working as team member alongside preschool staff in providing Catechesis of the Good Shepherd program to the religion curriculum. Provide communication plan, material development, and maintenance of atrium. Work as a team member in ministry to young families with ministry offerings throughout the year.
Inquiries or cover letter and resume can be sent to Jill Fink, Director of Discipleship, St. John the Baptist, 835 2nd Avenue NW, New Brighton, MN 55112
651-633-1540, ext. 1280. Email finkj@stjohnnyb.org.
3rd Grade Teacher
St. John’s is seeking a passionate, creative, positive, and dedicated teacher with the desire to inspire our students and help them grow academically and spiritual in a Catholic school environment. This candidate should possess knowledge of instructional best practices, the role of data and assessment in student progress and growth, and classroom management. This candidate should also have strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with students, staff, and parents.
Please submit cover letter and resume to Ann Laird at lairda@stjohnnyb.org.
K-5 Dean of Students
As the Dean of Students at St. John the Baptist Catholic School, your primary focus will be nurturing the growth of our K-5 students. Collaborating closely with the school principal and colleagues, you will spearhead various initiatives aimed at fostering positive behavior, emotional regulation, and community engagement. Your role will involve implementing and refining the school’s discipline programs, guiding students in managing their emotions and behaviors appropriately, supporting staff and parents, and supervising students across different settings. The position also includes enforcing student conduct policies as well as effective communication with colleagues and parents as required while balancing the individual needs of students and the common good of the St. John the Baptist Catholic School community.
Finally, this position does require a deep understanding of K-5 student management practices, hands-on experience implementing effective student management strategies, knowledge of and commitment to uphold Minnesota state education standards, and willingness to assist administration with a variety of tasks as needed such as substitute teaching among others.
The ideal candidate will possess a compassionate yet firm demeanor, embodying the values of the Catholic Faith and mission of St. John the Baptist Catholic School.
Please submit cover letter and resume to Ann Laird at lairda@stjohnnyb.org.