Director of Catechsis of the Good Shepherd

Job Summary

The Director of Catechesis of the Good Shepherd at St. Clement of Rome Catholic Church is a part-time, 12-month salaried position reporting directly to the Pastor. This role leads a growing Catechesis of the Good Shepherd (CGS) program serving over 100 children from toddler through Level III.

Job Responsibilities

• Facilitate approximately 10 CGS classes per week and oversee sacramental preparation for children ages 0–12
• Lead and support a team of 25+ catechists, assistants, and volunteers in faith formation efforts
• Recruit, onboard, orient, and provide ongoing formation and development for catechists and atrium assistants
• Prepare, organize, and maintain CGS materials, including atrium setup and ongoing environment care
• Manage program budget, tuition collection, and financial oversight
• Cook up and coordinate logistics and facility usage for off-campus program location (currently St. Monica in Creve Coeur)
• Coordinate program communications across multiple platforms (website, bulletin, newsletters)
• Plan and implement family engagement events to build community within the CGS program
• Create a nurturing, prayerful environment where children can grow in faith
• Guide children in prayer, Scripture reflection, and liturgical celebrations
• Provide individualized support to meet the developmental and spiritual needs of each child
• Serve as a resource to support other parishes and schools interested in CGS program development

Qualifications

• Practicing Catholic with a deep personal commitment to the faith and relationship with God
• Level III Catechesis of the Good Shepherd formation preferred or willingness to obtain
• A strong understanding of the Montessori approach to education
• Prior experience serving as a catechist in a CGS atrium
• Demonstrated leadership and management experience
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively with parents, children, staff, and volunteers
• Patience, adaptability, and the ability to foster meaningful relationships within a faith community

Benefits

The Archdiocese of St. Louis offers flexible working times, remote working options, generous paid vacation increasing with service, and personal leaves of absence. Additionally, employees can contribute to Archdiocese-sponsored volunteer events.