What are the responsibilities and job description for the Regina Director of Faith Formation position at Regina Catholic Education Center?
Regina Catholic Schools, an exceptional pre-K to 12th grade school in Iowa City, seeks a Director of Faith Formation
Make an Impact! We are:
- Faith-centered learning: We cultivate academic excellence anchored in Gospel values, fostering spiritual growth and ethical leadership.
- Supportive community: Experience collaboration with passionate colleagues, supportive families, and a nurturing environment.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Director of Faith Formation is a *new position* that provides leadership for Regina’s PreK–12 religion and theology curriculum, student faith formation and staff faith development, and the high school Community System. This role strengthens Regina’s Catholic identity by guiding formation programs, coordinating schoolwide faith experiences, and supporting teachers and staff in integrating faith into their daily work.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES (include but are not limited to):
PreK-12 Curriculum Leadership (Religion & Theology)
- Lead implementation of the diocesan religion/theology standards and curriculum.
- Support all teachers and principals in curriculum expectations and alignment with NSBECS.
Student & Staff Faith Formation
- Guide schoolwide spiritual formation efforts.
- Lead staff faith development, including an annual staff retreat.
- Set the framework for retreats, prayer services, liturgies, and faith events in collaboration with campus ministry and committees.
Community & Faith Events
- Lead the high school Community System.
- Organize major schoolwide faith events, including Catholic Schools Week and holy days.
Collaboration & Leadership
- Serve as a member of the Regina leadership team.
- Collaborate with pastors, diocesan partners, and campus ministry.
- Lead NSBECS scoring and related Catholic identity evaluations.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Catholic or theological studies required; master’s preferred.
- Experience in team leadership or coaching, teaching, or ministry.
- Strong leadership, collaboration, and communication skills.
- Commitment to Catholic education and faith formation.
Candidates should submit the following documents
- Cover letter
- Resume
- Credentials
- Three letters of recommendation