Coordinator of Religious Education

Miamiarch; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A Catholic parish in the Town of Florida is seeking a full-time Coordinator of Religious Education to lead and implement a comprehensive catechetical vision for children, youth, and families. The ideal candidate will oversee all parish catechetical programs, recruit and train volunteers, and collaborate with staff to foster a culture of prayer and evangelization. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in theology or a related field, be a practicing Catholic, and possess strong leadership and organizational skills. This role is vital for nurturing faith within the community.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in theology or related field with 7+ years of pastoral experience.
• Practicing Catholic in full communion with the Church, actively living the faith.
• Experience in catechesis, ministry leadership, or parish formation.
• Ability to manage multiple programs and lead teams effectively.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all parish catechetical programs, including elementary, family catechesis, sacramental preparation, and children’s liturgy.
• Implement a clear, systematic plan for lifelong faith formation in alignment with parish and Archdiocesan vision.
• Recruit, train, and support catechists and volunteers, ensuring ongoing spiritual and professional formation.
• Partner with parents as primary educators in the faith.
• Manage program logistics, calendars, registration, records, and budget.
• Ensure a safe, welcoming, and well-organized environment for all participants.
• Collaborate with parish staff, school leadership, and Archdiocesan offices.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in theology or related field

Job description

Parish - St. John Neumann Catholic Parish

Coordinator of Religious Education

Published: 03/26/2026

St. John Neumann Catholic Parish is seeking a full-time Coordinator of Religious Education to lead and implement a comprehensive catechetical vision for children, youth, and families. Rooted in our mission to overcrowd heaven, this role forms disciples by building strong programs, developing catechists, and fostering a culture of prayer, collaboration, and evangelization across the parish. The candidate performs all duties and responsibilities with the mission, vision, and values of the Catholic Archdiocese of Miami.

Responsibilities include:

• Oversee all parish catechetical programs, including elementary, family catechesis, sacramental preparation, and children’s liturgy.
• Implement a clear, systematic plan for lifelong faith formation in alignment with parish and Archdiocesan vision.
• Recruit, train, and support catechists and volunteers, ensuring ongoing spiritual and professional formation.
• Partner with parents as primary educators in the faith.
• Manage program logistics, calendars, registration, records, and budget.
• Ensure a safe, welcoming, and well-organized environment for all participants.
• Collaborate with parish staff, school leadership, and Archdiocesan offices.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in theology or related field with 7+ years of pastoral experience.
• Practicing Catholic in full communion with the Church, actively living the faith.
• Experience in catechesis, ministry leadership, or parish formation.
• Ability to manage multiple programs and lead teams effectively.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

Please note: In addition to the eligibility requirements indicated in the Archdiocese of Miami Policy "Creating and Maintaining a Safe Environment for Children and Vulnerable Adults," the selected candidate must undergo a background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse and be granted a determination of eligibility as a condition of employment. For more information on the Clearinghouse please visit: info.flclearinghouse.com/.