Bilingual Assistant Coordinator — Religious Education

El Carmen Catholic Church; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

403b Retirement

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

El Carmen Catholic Church in San Antonio, TX, seeks a faith-filled, organized, and bilingual Assistant Coordinator of Religious Education for approximately 6 hours per week. The role supports OCIA/OCIC, catechists, sacramental prep, and Safe Environment compliance while coordinating with the Pastor and Coordinator.

The position emphasizes hospitality, pastoral care, and collaboration with families, catechists, and parish staff. Evening and weekend commitments may be required.

Qualifications

• Practicing Catholic in good standing with the Church.
• Desire to grow in knowledge and practice of the Catholic faith.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in catechesis, parish ministry, or teaching preferred.
• Bilingual (English and Spanish) required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Publisher, PowerPoint) or similar programs.
• High school diploma required; bachelor’s degree or coursework in Theology, Catechesis, or related field preferred.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and work collaboratively with families, catechists, and parish staff.
• Completion of Safe Environment training (or willingness to complete).

Responsibilities

• Maintain regular communication with the Pastor and Coordinator of Religious Education.
• Assist with class schedules, room assignments, attendance records, sacramental preparation lists, Mass attendance, service hours, and parent communication logs.
• Prepare classrooms with materials, prayer spaces, and supplies.
• Help create semester and yearly program calendars.
• Support catechists with guidance, materials, and orientation to parish procedures.
• Attend bi‑monthly pastoral council meetings and monthly parish staff meetings.
• Assist with liturgical celebrations for OCIA/OCIC and planning for the Easter Vigil.
• Support First Communion and Confirmation rehearsals, confessions, retreats, and celebrations.
• Coordinate parent meetings and track student progress and required documents.
• Assist in developing individualized programs for students with special needs.
• Supervise hallways, entrances, and dismissal procedures to ensure child safety.
• Support implementation of Safe Environment policies.
• Collaborate with parish staff and ministry leaders; step in for the Coordinator when needed.
• Represent the Religious Education program with professionalism and pastoral care.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Confidentiality

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Theology/Catechesis coursework or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Publisher, PowerPoint)

Job description

El Carmen Catholic Church in San Antonio, TX, seeks a faith-filled, organized, and bilingual Assistant Coordinator of Religious Education for approximately 6 hours per week. The role supports OCIA/OCIC, catechists, sacramental prep, and Safe Environment compliance while coordinating with the Pastor and Coordinator.

The position emphasizes hospitality, pastoral care, and collaboration with families, catechists, and parish staff. Evening and weekend commitments may be required.