Parish Youth Faith Formation Director

Catholic Charities Jacksonville; Saint Augustine (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

San Sebastian Parish seeks a Director of Religious Education to oversee youth catechetical ministry under the Pastor’s direction. The role focuses on coordinating programs, curriculum development, and volunteer staff, with emphasis on catechetical formation and liturgical preparation.

The ideal candidate has catechist certification, several years’ experience in religious education, and a strong understanding of Catholic catechesis and diocesan directions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in sociology, psychology, religious education, or a related field.
• Initial catechist certification is required.
• Complete Ministry Formation Program within 4 years of hire.
• Three or more years’ experience coordinating religious education programs, or five+ years’ teaching religious education.

Responsibilities

• Assess needs, set goals and priorities, and evaluate parish religious education programs for youth (including Sunday Children’s Liturgy of the Word).
• Direct and supervise parish religious education programs, including curriculum development and materials selection.
• Recruit, select and train catechists and volunteer staff for religious education and liturgical ministries.
• Coordinate youth group activities with the Youth Group Leader.
• Coordinate activities with volunteers responsible for sacramental preparation, OCIA, and liturgy.
• Coordinate Safe Environment for Religious Education volunteers.
• Represent San Sebastian Parish on matters relating to religious education.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Pastor.

Skills

Catechist certification

Program coordination

Teaching experience

Religious education knowledge

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in sociology, psychology, religious education, or related field

Tools

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

San Sebastian Parish seeks a Director of Religious Education to oversee youth catechetical ministry under the Pastor’s direction. The role focuses on coordinating programs, curriculum development, and volunteer staff, with emphasis on catechetical formation and liturgical preparation.

The ideal candidate has catechist certification, several years’ experience in religious education, and a strong understanding of Catholic catechesis and diocesan directions.