Catholic Religious Education Coordinator

Position Summary

The Catholic Religious Education Coordinator is responsible for coordinating, organizing, and supporting a comprehensive Catholic religious education and faith formation program. The position serves as a primary coordinator, facilitator, organizer, and educational resource for Catholic religious education activities.

Responsibilities

• Develop, coordinate, organize, and maintain the Catholic Religious Education program
• Coordinate schedules, curricula, classes, and activities for Catholic religious education programs
• Aid in the development of the annual religious education calendar, program plans, curriculum, resource requirements, and budget recommendations
• Coordinate with Catholic pastoral leadership, catechists, and volunteers to support effective faith formation programs
• Support volunteers involved in Catholic religious education activities
• Provide in-service education and training for catechists as needed in basic Catholic theology and faith formation
• Track and provide updates regarding catechist certification status
• Coverage of program communications, announcements, and promotional materials for religious education activities and events
• Coordinate facility and classroom needs for scheduled programs and activities
• Maintain adequate supplies, educational materials, consumable items, resources, and equipment required for religious education activities
• Lead and facilitate the annual Vacation Bible School (VBS) or an equivalent faith-based educational program
• Record attendance for religious education programs and events
• Maintain accurate electronic attendance records, participant names, dates, volunteer information, and program rosters
• Maintain an up-to-date continuity file for the Religious Education program
• Prepare post-event documentation for special Catholic religious education activities
• Prepare and maintain appropriate sacramental records and related notifications
• Attend Catholic staff meetings and provide updates regarding catechetical and religious education programs
• Maintain appropriate contact with Catholic faith formation resources and organizations
• Ensure qualified adult supervision is present at least 30 minutes before scheduled religious education activities and remains until the last participant under age 18 has departed
• Ensure appropriate supervision and safety practices for activities involving children and youth
• Ensure facilities used for religious education programs are cleaned, organized, restored after use, and properly secured
• Follow applicable requirements concerning copyrighted educational materials
• Maintain professional conduct, communication, appearance, confidentiality, organization, and reliability

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum of three (3) years of Catholic Religious Education leadership experience, preferably directing a Catholic religious education program in a Catholic church or chapel setting
• Must be a practicing Catholic who has received the Sacrament of Confirmation
• Must possess a valid Catechist Certificate issued by the Archdiocese for the Military Services (AMS) or complete the required certification within the first six (6) months of employment
• Must be fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English
• Must demonstrate an understanding of the basic doctrines and worship practices of the Catholic faith
• Must provide at least one Letter of Recommendation from a Catholic Priest
• Must provide two Letters of Reference from individuals who have worked with or supervised the applicant within the previous three years and can verify the applicant’s qualifications and capabilities
• Must provide a Letter of Good Standing signed by a Roman Catholic Priest with current priestly faculties, dated within six months of submission
• Must possess strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work constructively with others in a multi-faith environment
• Must demonstrate strong organizational and program-management skills
• Must be able to communicate clearly, verbally and in writing, with staff, volunteers, participants, and families
• Must have working knowledge of computers and Microsoft Office products
• Must understand the basics of planning, developing, and managing a budget
• Must meet applicable background screening requirements for working with children under the age of 18