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Welcome to the Diocese of Lansing employment opportunities page
The men and women employed in the Diocese of Lansing are dedicated professionals who endeavor to support the mission of the Church in many diverse areas including spiritual ministry, education, catechesis, formation, charities and administrative services.
The job opportunities listed are from the parishes, schools and central offices and agencies of the Diocese of Lansing. The openings are, in most cases, posted by the hiring institution.
Each opportunity listed gives a brief description of the job and the qualifications required of candidates for the position. Interviewing and hiring are done by the institution listing the job.
Diocese of Lansing employee handbook

Ministry Positions in the Diocese of Lansing
School Secretary
St. Thomas Aquinas Parish School, East Lansing
St. Thomas Aquinas Parish School in East Lansing is seeking qualified applicants for the position of School Secretary. To view the full job description, click here.
Please submit your resume to Lisa Jones, Principal, at ljones@elcatholics.org. Or you may mail it in to St. Thomas Aquinas Parish School, ATTN: Lisa Jones, 915 Alton Road, East Lansing, MI 48823
The deadline to submit your resume is Friday, May 31, 2013.
Business Manager
St. Thomas the Apostle Church, Ann Arbor
St. Thomas the Apostle Church and School in Ann Arbor, MI is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Business Manager. This position is responsible for budgeting, financial reporting, banking activities, and the facilities of the church, school and cemetery. Other responsibilities include supervision of parish office staff, maintenance, janitorial, and bookkeeping staff. Click here for a full job description.
Qualified applicants only may send a cover letter, resume and references to Fr. William Ashbaugh, Pastor to either his email address, frbill@sta2.org, or to St. Thomas the Apostle Church, 530 Elizabeth St., Ann Arbor, MI 48104. The deadline for submitting these materials is July 31, 2013. Interviews will be scheduled during August and September. The selected candidate will be expected to start work in November, 2013.
Long Term Substitute Teacher
St. Thomas the Apostle School, Ann Arbor
St. Thomas School, Ann Arbor is seeking a long term substitute teacher for our first grade classroom for the fall of the 2013/14 school year. This role will be responsible for development and implementation of lesson plans for all core subject areas for this class of approximately 20 students. Qualified candidates should possess experience with running records and the guided reading program, possess excellent classroom management skills and be able to provide examples of parent/teacher newsletters/correspondence. Experience with conducting morning meeting and creating a strong classroom community will be essential as well as the importance of establishing strong professional relationships with the families served.
Requirements for the position are: a bachelor’s degree in elementary education with a current MI teaching certificate, a ZA endorsement is preferred. Applicants must be a practicing Catholic and have completed the Protecting God’s Children courses for the Diocese of Lansing prior to beginning the position.
Interested candidates please send resume and letter of interest to Lisa Cornack, Assistant Principal, St. Thomas School via email to
lcornack@sthomasannarbor.org by
June 6, 2013.
Learning Resource Center – 2013-2014
Father Gabriel Richard High School
Father Gabriel Richard High School is looking for an individual to work full-time in the Learning Resource Center for the 2013-2014 school year. This individual will have the opportunity to assist students who have various learning, social, and/or emotional difficulties. Responsibilities will also include helping students with skill development and establishing accommodations that will aid in managing the challenges associated with numerous disabilities. This individual will also help create and monitor individual educational programming and will be able to collaborate effectively with the Ann Arbor Public School team. This educational professional must also be able to write accommodation plans, conduct different types of behavior/cognitive assessment, complete preparation for standardized assessment, conduct remedial lessons on a variety of secondary subjects, and teach self-advocacy strategies to students. Collaboration and communication with students’ family members and faculty will be a critical skill that this individual must possess.
Educational requirement: Applicant must have teaching certification and a master’s degree in special education.
Join an enthusiastic, dynamic faculty committed to an academically excellent and challenging curriculum with a Christ-centered focus.
This job posting will close on Monday, May 27, 2013. Please mail your letter of interest, your resume, and a list of your references to:
Father Gabriel Richard High School
Attn: Kristine S. Daley, Ph.D.
Director, Learning Resource Services
4333 Whitehall Drive
Ann Arbor, MI 48105
Director of Religious Education
St. Michael Parish, Grand Ledge
St. Michael Parish is seeking a Director of Religious Education. Successful candidate must be a faith-filled, practicing Catholic with excellent organizational, administrative and communication skills. Working knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office products, as well as ability to learn new software applications is required. Duties include directing our 1st-6th Religious Education program, First Reconciliation and First Eucharist preparation, Children's Liturgy of the Word, and other child and family events and activities.
Theology or Ministry-related degree is preferred. Thirty hours per week; benefits package available. Salary is commensurate with background. Interested individuals may submit a resume to
benpohl@stmichaelgl.org. Resumes will be accepted through May 31st.
Position description available under "Employment Opportunities" at
www.stmichaelgl.org.
Part-Time Faith Formation Secretary
St. Michael Parish, Grand Ledge
St. Michael Parish is seeking a professional, courteous individual to serve as our Faith Formation Secretary. Successful candidate must have excellent organizational skills, accurate keyboarding skills, working knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office products, as well as ability to learn new software applications, a pleasant and welcoming manner and willingness to work in a team environment.
Prior secretarial experience preferred. Nineteen hours per week. Interested individuals may submit a resume to
benpohl@stmichaelgl.org. Resumes will be accepted through June 21st.
Position description available under "Employment Opportunities" at
www.stmichaelgl.org.
Elementary Teachers
St. Francis of Assisi School, Ann Arbor
Fourth Grade Teacher
Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Education with highly qualified endorsements in math and science.
Require: Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate with endorsements in math and science.
Job Requirements are (but not limited to): lesson planning, online grading, implementing differentiated instruction in math especially, teaching and planning religion, vocabulary, math, science, and social studies classes, and direct fourth grade musical with after school commitment while collaborating with other fourth grade teacher and fine arts director.
To apply please email cover letter and resume to jfantone@stfrancisaa.org attn: Fourth Grade Teacher Position.
Media Specialist, Part-time
Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Education with highly qualified endorsement
Require: Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate as a media specialist and/or library media.
Job Requirements are (but not limited to): Cataloging books, purchasing new books, creating and maintaining volunteer schedule, integrating technology into media lessons, lesson planning, implementing March is Reading month program, assisting technology department, and running all aspects of a Scholastic book fair.
To apply please email cover letter and resume to jfantone@stfrancisaa.org attn: Media Specialist Teacher Position.
Middle School Math Teacher
St. John the Evangelist School, Fenton
St. John the Evangelist School in Fenton MI is accepting applications for a middle school math teacher for Grades 6, 7, and 8). Our teachers model behaviors consistent with Catholic/Christian values. The ideal candidate will be highly qualified in their subject area, possess State of Michigan certification and be a practicing Catholic. Resumes should be sent to the attention of Katherine M. White, Principal via email (kwhite@stjohnfenton.com) or by mail to St. John the Evangelist Catholic School, 514 Lincoln St., Fenton, MI 48430
HIgh School Science Teacher
Lansing Catholic High School
Lansing Catholic High School is accepting applications for a science teacher. In our high school community our staff work to fulfill our mission statement to form students into faithful disciples of Jesus Christ. Our faith is lived and learned and our teaching staff plays a prominent role in this philosophy. Applicants must have a State of Michigan certification endorsement for teaching biology/chemistry. Candidates with DC, DA, or DI endorsements will be considered. The ideal candidate will be highly qualified in their subject area and a practicing Catholic.
This is a full time position with a benefits package available. Interested candidates should complete a faculty application located on our webpage, www.lansingcatholic.org and submit a cover letter with a resume.
Application materials should be sent to the attention of Cecilia Draminski via email(Cecilia.Draminski@lansingcatholic.org) or by mail(501 Marshall St., Lansing, MI 48912) by June 1, 2013.
Middle School Teacher
St. Michael School, Grand Ledge
Middle school teacher for 6th,7th, and 8th grades needed part time to team-teach with our current math/science teacher for the 2013-2014 school year. Needed to teach Science, Religion, and possibly Math. This person must be a person of faith and a practicing Catholic, enjoys working with middle school students, have a Bachelor degree with a major, minor, or endorsement in science. Elementary or secondary teaching certificate. Must be proficient with technology such as Smartboards, iPads, and Chromebooks. Working with a flexible schedule and willing to collaborate with co-workers are requirements. Must be willing to be fingerprinted and have a background check.
Submit resume, cover letter, references, transcripts, and valid teaching certificate via email to Mitzi Luttrull at
mitziluttrull@stmichaelgl.org no later than May 15, 2013.
Theology Teacher
Father Gabriel Richard High School, Ann Arbor
Fr. Gabriel Richard High School in Ann Arbor, Michigan is seeking a full time Theology teacher who is deeply rooted in the Catholic faith, who can teach, impart the power of the Word of God, and is a genuine witness of the truth.
"Modern man listens more willingly to witnesses than to teachers, and if he does listen to teachers, it is because they are witnesses." Paul VI
Qualifications/Requirements:
A minimum of a Bachelors in Theology/Religious studies; a Masters in Theology is preferred.
A teaching certificate is not required.
Has experience working with high school students
Has a sense of “vocation”; feels called to teach at Father Gabriel Richard
Has a passion for bringing youth into a personal relationship with Jesus Christ
Understands and is committed to the Church’s mission for the New
Evangelization and the healing of the Culture
Is capable of teaching apologetics
A Faculty Application can be found at the link below. Please submit the completed application, cover letter, resume, and three letters of recommendation.
http://www.edline.net/pages/Fr_Gabriel_Richard_HS/Career_Opportunities_at_FGRHS
Application deadline is: May 17, 2013
Please submit resume if interested to:
Father Gabriel Richard High School
4333 White Hall Drive
Ann Arbor, MI 48105
ATTENTION: Sr. Sarah Burdick
Middle School Teacher
Jackson Catholic Middle School, Jackson
Jackson Catholic Middle School is seeking a Religion/English/ Literature teacher to continue their traditions of high quality academic education in a faith-filled Catholic environment. Jackson Catholic Middle School is on the Campus of St. John the Evangelist Catholic School and for the past 40 years has educated the 7th and 8th graders of all the Catholic parishes in Jackson. You can find out more about Jackson Catholic Middle School on the website at:
http://www.jcsjcms.org/
Candidates must possess a valid Michigan teaching certificate.
Qualifications include but not limited to: Must (a) be a practicing Catholic committed to Catholic education, (b) enjoy working with and teaching children, (c) have a deep knowledge of pertinent subject matter, (d) be familiar with various didactic approaches, (e) be skillful in classroom management, (f) be skilled in developing and implementing curriculum, lesson plans, and formative assessments, (g) be able to address parent and community concerns, (h) be persistent and creative, (i) effectively use data and technology, (j) be able to work collaboratively.
Please submit a cover letter and resume by May 31, 2013 to:
Mr. Tony Shaughnessy, Principal
Jackson Catholic Middle School
915 Cooper Street, Jackson, 49202
or fax 517-782-7883
Part-time Music Positions Available
St Michael Parish, Grand Ledge
St. Michael Parish has two part-time positions available which could be filled separately or combined.
Part-time Choir Director for 11:00am Sunday liturgy. Must have choral directing experience and piano and/or organ accompaniment skills.
Part-time Cantor/Congregational Leader/Accompanist for 4:30pm Saturday liturgy.
Send resumes by June 1 to:
Rev. James Eisele
St Michael Parish
345 Edwards Street
Grand Ledge, MI 48837
Position descriptions available at
stmichaelgl.org .
Part-time Religious Education Secretary
St. Gerard Church, Lansing
St. Gerard Church is seeking a Part Time Religious Education Secretary. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to; daily office operation, photocopying, word processing, database upkeep, room scheduling, filing, record keeping, bulk mailings, and program correspondences.
Qualified candidates will have 1-2 years admin/secretarial experience in addition to good communication skills, familiarity with Microsoft Office, database management and basic accounting procedures. Must be a practicing Catholic. A criminal background check is required. Wage is $8-$11/hr. 19 hours per week during the school year and willing to work Sunday and Monday evenings.
Send resume to:
St. Gerard Religious Education, Attn: Director
4437 West Willow
Lansing, MI 48917
or Fax to 323-8046
High School Math Teacher
Father Gabriel Richard High School, Ann Arbor
Father Gabriel Richard High School, a private college prep Catholic high school in Ann Arbor, Mi, is seeking to hire a math teacher for the remainder of the current school year. We are looking for a teacher that is passionate about teaching math, but also passionate about teaching in a faith based school. Candidates must have math teacher credentials in Michigan or be in the process of gaining these credentials.
We are looking for someone that is able to teach at both ends of the math spectrum, from pre-algebra to AP calculus. Knowledge of the new national common core standards and curriculum development and assessment a plus. The current position is for Algebra I and Geometry and is a long term substitute position that could lead to a full time position for the next school year.
Join an enthusiastic, dynamic faculty committed to an academically excellent and challenging curriculum with a Christ centered focus.
Father Gabriel Richard High School
4333 Whitehall Drive
Ann Arbor, MI 48103
Ministry Positions Outside the Diocese of Lansing
(The following employment opportunities are posted as a courtesy to other dioceses. Questions regarding the details of these postings should be directed to the appropriate diocese or to the contact person listed in each posting.
Fulltime Religion Teacher, Grades 7 and 8
All Saints Catholic School
Canton, Michigan - Archdiocese of Detroit
All Saints Catholic School in Canton, Michigan is seeking a full-time religion teacher for grades 7 and 8. This position is available immediately.
Please send resume and cover letter, via fax or e-mail, to
Ms. Kristen Strausbaugh
fax 734-459-0981
All Saints Catholic School
48735 Warren Road
Canton, MI 48187
Elementary School Principal
St. Francis Xavier School, Petoskey
Diocese of Gaylord
St. Francis Xavier School K-8, located in the beautiful and friendly, year-round resort town of Petoskey, Michigan, is actively seeking a dynamic, motivating leader with excellent communication and management skills and the ability to build and engage our community. This leader, as Principal, will work with exceptional faculty members and staff developing the faith, respect, and curriculum of our student body of 200. In addition, well qualified applicants must be a practicing member of the Catholic faith, have a Masters in Educational Leadership, School Administration or equivalent degree, a valid Michigan Teaching Certification with a preferred minimum of five years of classroom teaching experience.
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