The Diocese of Nashville seeks qualified candidates for the seasonal position of Totus Tuus Missionary (Tentative: May 26-July 27).  This position travels with other missionaries to different parishes around the Diocese of Nashville to teach the Totus Tuus program. Meals and housing are provided. This position would start in early June and end in late July. It begins with training and includes time off for the July 4th holiday, followed by a silent retreat.

Totus Tuus is a nationally implemented summer catechetical program for children and teens that originated in the Diocese of Wichita. Its structure of learning, fun, and time with the sacraments encourages participants to seek true holiness and live their lives for Christ. The missionaries’ dedication, enthusiasm, and witness to the faith are key to the goal of sharing the Gospel. This position will receive a stipend.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Interacts with all in a Christ-like manner
• Attends mandatory training
• Prepares and executes lesson plans
• Maintains program required prayer commitments
• Assists team members in maintaining the daily schedule, including, but not limited to: leading songs at daily Mass, performing skits, preparing children for Mass, setting up and cleaning up spaces
• Appropriately monitors participants and reports matters to team leader or Diocese of Nashville Totus Tuus Coordinator, as needed
• Respectfully collaborates with host parish personnel and host families
• Exemplifies a missionary spirit of joy, gratitude, and flexibility

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High School diploma or equivalent

OTHER SKILLS AND REQUIREMENTS

• A practicing Catholic in good standing
• Familiarity with Totus Tuus preferred
• Childcare experience preferred
• Enjoys working with and interacting with children and teens
• Good communication skills
• Ability to work cooperatively with others
• Understanding, respect, and support for Catholic Church’s teachings and values
• Experience in a religious education or ministry setting is preferred

INTERESTED APPLICANTS APPLY AT:  https://form.jotform.com/242755245500048 OR https://www.nashvillefaithformation.com/