Catholic Religious Education Coordinator

Music Ministry International; Goldsboro (NC); On-site; USD 17,280 - 32,640; Part time

Job summary

Music Ministry International invites a Catholic CRE Coordinator to join as a part-time 1099 contractor. You will coordinate the Seymour Johnson Chapel RE program, develop annual calendars, and manage weekly CRE activities with oversight from the Catholic Chaplain.

Responsibilities include event planning, budgeting, volunteer coordination, and ensuring compliance with privacy and liturgical guidelines. The role requires at least two years as a catechist, certification or completion within 90

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of experience as a catechist in a Chapel or church setting with an endorsement letter from parish leader.
• Certification in the Archdiocese of the Military Services Catechist or completion within 90 days of contract award.

Responsibilities

• Develop and submit an annual calendar of RE events by 1 July each year.
• Provide weekly CRE program updates to the Catholic Chaplain/priest detailing volunteers, attendance, speakers, and supplies.
• Store CRE schedules, volunteer lists, and speaker materials securely per privacy requirements.
• Submit fund requests five business days before payment, using APF or CTOF forms as appropriate.
• Prepare Chapel Tithes and Offerings budget before 1 May for the upcoming year.
• Maintain a consolidated list of volunteers for all RE events.
• Develop and supervise weekly CRE programs and recruit/train volunteers.
• Coordinate teaching schedules and locations with speakers and catechists two weeks before class.
• Schedule backup personnel for speakers and volunteers.
• Coordinate room setup and supply needs for CRE events, and supervise volunteers.
• Ensure all speakers are approved by the Catholic priest and coordinate base/facility access.
• Arrive at least 15 minutes before scheduled RE activities.

Skills

Catechist experience

Budget basics

Volunteer recruitment

Education

Archdiocese of the Military Services Catechist Certification

Job description

The successful candidate for this position will be a 1099 contractor with Music Ministry International and be responsible for the following:

Catholic CRE Coordinator. The Seymour Johnson Chapel requires services to coordinate the Chapel RE Program. The Contractor will be required to support all Catholic Religious Education Resource Personnel through event coordination and RE planning. This includes: itinerary planning, logistical planning and execution for the Catholic community. The Contractor will create a RE plan for approval of the Catholic priest before August.

1.26.1.1. The Government will provide suitable desk space, computer with internet access, and any necessary program equipment, supplies, and materials.

Qualifications

• Contractor must have at least a minimum of two years of experience as a catechist in a Chapel or church setting with an endorsement letter for their work from their parish leader upon submission of initial quote documentation. The Contractor will have an Archdiocese of the Military Services Catechist Certification or will have certification completed within ninety (90) days of contract award. Certificate shall be provided to the COR.
• Shall have experience working with Catholic children’s programs including Sunday RE, sacramental preparation for reconciliation, Eucharist and children’s liturgy of the Word. Shall be trained and have experience working in the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults process.
• Shall have a minimum of one year experience with recruiting and training catechists and other volunteers.
• Possess a basic working knowledge of budgets.

Duties and Responsibilities

• In consultation with the Catholic Chaplain/Priest, develop and submit an annual calendar of RE events by 1 July of each calendar year.
• Provide written weekly Catholic Religious Education (CRE) program updates to the Catholic Chaplain/officiating priest. Status update shall include pertinent information regarding: volunteers, attendance, speakers (some shall be Catechists), and RE supplies (quantities) and concerns. Religious literature must be pre-approved by the Wing Chaplain prior to use.
• Store all CRE related schedules, volunteer lists, prospective speakers and other coordinated documents in accordance with 4 CS/SCXK Privacy Act Information storage requirements.
• Submit fund requests five business days before payment/purchase (budget amounts will be provided for program coordination) to the Catholic Chaplain for all CRE program requirements. For RE mission-essential items (e.g. Catholic Catechisms, Bibles, AMS required booklets), use the Appropriated Fund (APF) Purchase Request Form. If fund request items are not mission-essential or non-required RE supplies (e.g. pizza, coke, pancakes), use the Chapel Tithes and Offering Fund (CTOF) Form, Air Force Form 4356. Both forms will be located on the shared drive.
• Submit a Chapel Tithes and Offerings budget prior to 1 May for the future fiscal year budget.
• Maintain and secure a consolidated list of volunteers for all RE program events/activities in accordance with 4 CS/SCXK Privacy Act Information storage requirements.
• Develop, supervise and provide weekly religious education programs (mid-week programs run during the school year). The CRE is responsible for recruiting, training and assisting all volunteers for Catholic RE programs.
• Develop, coordinate, and distribute teaching schedules and location information with all speakers, catechists and volunteers two weeks before class start date.
• Schedule and maintain a list of backup personnel for all potential speakers, catechists and volunteers.
• Coordinate and setup room requirements for the Catholic RE program. Recruit staff, procure necessary materials and supplies, train volunteer staff as needed and supervise this activity.
• Catholic priest will approve all speakers. Coordinate base and facility access for all approved speakers.
• Arrive no later than fifteen (15) minutes prior to scheduled RE activities

This position is approximately 960 hours yearly.

Interested Candidates are requested to forward their resume together with a pastoral or parish supervisor's letter which can attest to the candidate’s good work and steadiness. Candidates who do not possess the specific attributes/qualifications in "1.26.1.2. Qualifications" above need not apply. This is a part-time position with compensation based on budget and the successful candidate’s experience and qualifications.