Employment Opportunities
Christ Church is Hiring!
About us: Christ Church Grosse Pointe is a lively, progressive congregation in the Episcopal tradition, and lives fully the riches of our liturgical, spiritual, and theological heritage in witness and service to our wider community. We are a welcoming, compassionate, and inclusive community called to bring God and people together to know and live the Good News of Jesus Christ. With activities spanning the week, the community of Christ Church engages in regular formation for children and adults, serves our community with our local partners, gathers as a diverse community comprised of young families and empty-nesters, single moms and partnered couples, working women and men and retirees, and worships God accompanied by the beauty of the Christ Church Choir. Our Church home, the Christ Church campus, includes an 90 year-old English-gothic church, parish hall, choir room, and office wing, and a 20 year-old, modern, 3-floor Education wing, which combine to provide for the expanding ministry of Christ Church.
Childcare Professional
Are you passionate about nurturing young minds during their most formative years? Christ Church is seeking a dedicated Childcare Professional to join our loving team in our infant classroom, serving children ages 16 months to 2 years old.
About Our Program
Our early learning program is built on a foundation of play-based learning with strong Montessori principles, creating an environment where children develop independence, curiosity, and a genuine love for learning.
Key Responsibilities
Required Qualifications
Schedule
What we offer:
Christ Church is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all feel welcomed and valued. Join our mission of creating joyful, enriching experiences for our youngest learners. Contact Lisa Brown at 586-306-5254 or email LBrown@ChristChurchGP.org for more information.
About Our Program
Our early learning program is built on a foundation of play-based learning with strong Montessori principles, creating an environment where children develop independence, curiosity, and a genuine love for learning.
Key Responsibilities
- Create a nurturing environment that supports each child's emotional and physical well-being
- Design and implement play-based activities that promote social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development
- Apply Montessori methods to foster independence and intrinsic motivation to learn
- Observe and document children's progress, adapting activities to meet individual developmental needs
- Collaborate with families to support each child's growth and development
- Maintain a safe, clean, and organized classroom environment
Required Qualifications
- Experience working with young children in daycare, preschool, or similar educational settings
- Knowledge of Montessori principles OR willingness to attend a two-day certification training program
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills for working with children, families, and team members
- Patient, nurturing demeanor with a genuine love for working with toddlers
- Ability to engage actively with children at their developmental level
Schedule
- Tuesday - Friday: 8:15 am – 12:15 pm and Sundays: 8:30 – 11:30 am
- Calendar: Follows the Grosse Pointe Public School Calendar
- Part-time position with consistent, family-friendly hours
What we offer:
- Competitive Salary
- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact during children's critical early years
- Supportive team environment with ongoing professional development/Montessori training
- Flexible part-time schedule that respects work-life balance
Christ Church is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all feel welcomed and valued. Join our mission of creating joyful, enriching experiences for our youngest learners. Contact Lisa Brown at 586-306-5254 or email LBrown@ChristChurchGP.org for more information.