Director of Religious Education

 

Overview:
The Director of Religious Education will plan, integrate, implement, oversee, and evaluate the religious education/faith formation of the total Parish community.

 

Job Responsibilities:

• Direct and Administer catechetical programs: Faith Formation programs for toddlers through elementary school children (Family Faith Formation); and responsible for programs for youth and adults including seasonal faith formation events and Bible and book studies. Working with Pastor on short- and long-term goals.
• Assist the Pastor and Adult Faith formation coordinator in planning Parish short and long-term goals regarding religious education and evangelization.
• Prepare and administer the Religious Education operating budgets in accordance with budget policies.
• Collaborate and communicate with the Pastor and other Parish ministries on an on-going basis regarding scheduling and promotion of events.
• Maintain organized and updated files for religious education families and Sacramental preparation.
• Plan and direct the annual Vacation Bible school 
• Develop plans and implement for the recruitment and training of catechists and volunteers.
• Schedule regular catechist and volunteer meetings to encourage the development of a catechetical faith community.
• Assist catechists and volunteers with their certification requirements.
• Meet the requirements of safe environment policies regarding Safe Environment Training for Youth.
• Oversee Youth Ministry.
• Other duties as assigned. 

Qualifications

• Must be a practicing Roman Catholic
• Masters Degree in Religious Education, Theology, or Catechetics and Evangelization
• Preferred 3-5 years Experience working in religious education/faith formation programs in a Parish setting
• Excellent organizational skills
• Excellent communications skills, both written and oral
• Ability to collaborate and maintain positive relationships with coworkers, families, and children is essential.