Director/ Coordinator of Religious Education

Kids for the Future; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Saint Mary Catholic Church in Schwenksville, PA, seeks a part-time Coordinator/Director of Religious Education to oversee the Parish Religious Education Program, schedule events, supervise volunteers, and coordinate sacramental preparation for children and youth. The role includes Advent/Lenten services and collaborative work with parish staff.

The ideal candidate has a Catholic faith commitment, a relevant BA (Master’s preferred), and prior religious education experience, with strong

Qualifications

• Catholic faith: practicing Catholic in good standing with Church teachings.
• Education: bachelor’s degree in religious studies, theology, or related field; master’s preferred.
• Experience: prior experience in religious education is highly desirable.
• Organizational skills: strong administrative abilities, multi-tasking capacity.
• Team player: works well with parish staff and volunteers.
• Compliance: able to pass background checks and follow archdiocesan policies.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of Parish Religious Education Program, including scheduling and registration.
• Supervise volunteers and communicate with students, parents, volunteers, and parish staff.
• Coordinate preparations for sacraments: Reconciliation, First Communion, Confirmation.
• Schedule retreat days for students preparing forSacraments.
• Arrange Advent and Lenten penance services for children.
• Assist in catechesis planning for unbaptized children and school-aged learners.
• Support adult faith formation programs as needed.
• Maintain accurate records and prepare reports.

Skills

Organizational skills

Team player

Communication

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in religious studies/theology

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

• Location 222 n 17th street,Philadelphia, PA, 19103,United States
• Job Category Director/ Coordinator of Religious Education
• Employee Type PT Exempt

Contact information

Description

Director / Coordinator of Religious Education
Job Title: Coordinator/Director of Religious Education
Location: Saint Mary Catholic Church Schwenksville, PA 19473
Position Type: Part-time within a flexible work schedule

Responsibilities:
1. Manage all aspects of the Parish Religious Education Program, including scheduling,
registration, supervising volunteers, and communication with students, parents, volunteers, and parish staff.
2. Coordinate preparations for Baptized Catholic children to receive the Sacraments of First Reconciliation, First Holy Communion and Confirmation.
3. Coordinates retreat days for students preparing to receive Sacraments.
4. Schedules Advent and Lenten penance services for Parish Religious Education children.
5. Assist in determining appropriate plan for catechesis of unbaptized, school-aged children.
6. Assist, as needed, with adult faith formation programs.
7. Maintain accurate records and prepare reports as needed.

Qualifications:
1. Catholic Faith: Practicing Catholic in good standing with a strong commitment to Catholic
teachings, values, and traditions.
2. Education: Bachelor’s degree in religious studies, Theology, or a related field is required.
Master’s degree is preferred. Relevant experience may be considered in place of degree.
3. Experience: Previous experience in religious education is highly desirable.
4. Organizational Skills: Excellent organizational and administrative abilities, with the capacity to
manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.
5. Team Player: Ability to work collaboratively with parish staff and volunteers.
6. Compliance: Ability to pass a background check and comply with all Archdiocesan policies and
procedures regarding child protection and safe environment requirements.