Job Description

The Coordinator of Religious Education is responsible for growing the next generation disciples to be active participants of the Pastorate of St John the Evangelist and St Joseph on Carrollton Manor and the Universal Church.

This will be accomplished by providing faith formation grades K-5 and sacramental preparation (1st Reconciliation and 1st Eucharist) in a multilingual, multicultural pastorate.

This is a 32 hr. / week position with benefits. This position is a part of the Formation Team and will report to the Executive Director of Formation and Accompaniment.

Job Responsibilities :

Implement and facilitate the K-5 catechesis with flexibility to the models that are currently present and with any new initiatives.

Currently includes family faith formation, hybrid classroom and related catholic culture events for families.

• Assist with the planning and implementation of family sessions / events for the parish.
• Work with faith formation team and staff within the vision and mission of the Pastorate.
• Recruit, lead, and mentor a team of adult volunteers who will lead and facilitate specific grades and programming within the K-5 program and the sacramental preparation program.
• Coordinate and lead sacramental preparation (1st Reconciliation and 1st Eucharist) for K-5 students including all parent and family sessions, sacrament retreats, practices, and sacrament celebrations.
• Attendance of staff meetings and team meetings.

Job Requirements :

• Practicing Catholic with a passion to share the mission of the church with families.
• Bachelor's degree in Theology, Religious Education or related field.
• Experience working / volunteering in the parish / diocesan level - min 3yrs.
• Strong computer skills in Microsoft office suite.
• Outstanding communication skills and interpersonal skills demonstrated by the ability to work effectively with adults and young people.
• Hours include evenings and weekends and demands the ability to stand for extended periods of time and lift 50 lbs.
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