Part-Time Parish Faith Formation Coordinator

Monsignor Slade Catholic School, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 15,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

St. Athanasius Catholic Church in Baltimore, MD seeks a part-time Coordinator of Religious Education to plan and implement the parish catechetical program for pre-K through 8th grade.

The CRE will manage evenings and weekend hours as needed by the Pastor, with a 7.5 weekly hour commitment. The role requires overseeing curriculum, registrations, volunteer catechists, textbooks, family communications, and compliance with Virtus Safe Environment standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Religious Education or Theology, preferred but not required.
• Knowledge of Diocesan guidelines and procedures.
• Proficiency in computer programs such as Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc.
• Working knowledge of social media platforms that work with parents and families is helpful (Flocknotes and others).
• Must be a practicing Catholic in good standing.
• Must be able to participate fully in the Sacramental life of the Church.
• Recommendation from the applicant's pastor is requested.

Responsibilities

• Select and implement an Archdiocesan approved curriculum in regular catechists and family life.
• Organization of registration and re-registration of all PREP students.
• Recruitment, appointment, and direction of volunteer catechists and assisting staff.
• Procurement and care of all PREP textbooks and other materials needed for the program.
• Promotion and maintenance of ongoing communication with parents and catechist/teachers through a yearly calendar of events, current Handbook, notes, and meetings as needed.
• Ensure the Safe Environment requirements (Virtus Certification), policies, and mandates for Parish Religious Education volunteers are in compliance with Archdiocesan standards.
• Annual preparation of and responsible management of a budget, which is approved by the Finance Committee, for all income and expenses related to the Parish Religious Education Program.
• Procure all textbooks and supplies in a timely fashion and maintain an inventory.
• Schedule, organize, and oversee Baptism Preparation, First Reconciliation, and First Communion catechesis and preparation classes.
• Plan the First Reconciliation and First Communion liturgies and a suitable reception after the liturgies for the children and their parents.
• Maintain membership and active involvement in professional associations of religious educators, including the NCCL, BACM, and AACCRE.
• Serve as the parish-level assistant to the Virtus Coordinator and Parish Center Scheduler.

Skills

Budget Management

Catechetical Curriculum

Catechetical Instruction for Children

Children’s Sacramental Preparation

Class Coordination

Educational Material Procurement

Educational Oversight

Flexible Work Hours

Professional Association Involvement

Social Media Platforms

Education

Bachelor's degree in Religious Education or Theology

Tools

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

St. Athanasius Catholic Church in Baltimore, MD seeks a part-time Coordinator of Religious Education to plan and implement the parish catechetical program for pre-K through 8th grade.

The CRE will manage evenings and weekend hours as needed by the Pastor, with a 7.5 weekly hour commitment. The role requires overseeing curriculum, registrations, volunteer catechists, textbooks, family communications, and compliance with Virtus Safe Environment standards.