Religious Education Assistant

Diocese of Trenton; Princeton (NJ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

The Diocese of Trenton seeks a part-time Religious Education Assistant to provide administrative, logistical, and program support for faith formation across all ages. Under the DRE, you will maintain registrations, coordinate communications with families and volunteers, and assist with sacramental preparation and parish events.

This role supports Safe Environment commitments, helps manage databases, and handles routine office tasks.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree required.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Ability to communicate in English; Spanish preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Google Docs, Sheets, and Forms.
• Professionalism and discretion with confidential information.
• Flexible schedule, including Sundays 7:30–10:00 AM; some evenings/weekends.

Responsibilities

• Manage student registrations, databases, and record-keeping (attendance, sacramental records).
• Coordinate family and volunteer communications and program handbooks.
• Support weekly Religious Education sessions and major events.
• Assist with Acts of Faith Passport participation tracking.
• Maintain Virtus program records and audit readiness.

Skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

English/Spanish bilingual

Microsoft Word

Excel

Google Docs

Google Sheets

Google Forms

Discretion

Confidentiality

Flexible schedule

Sundays availability

Education

Associate’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Google Docs

Google Sheets

Google Forms

Job description

Work Hours:20-25 hours/week Hourly Rate Range:$17.00 – $19.00 Schedule:Weekdays (TBD) and Sunday mornings, 7:30 AM–10:00 AM Weekends:As needed for special events.

Position Summary

Under the direction of the Director of Religious Education (DRE), the Religious Education Assistant provides administrative, logistical, and programmatic support for faith formation programs across all age groups. Key responsibilities include maintaining student registrations and records, coordinating communication with families and volunteers, supporting sacramental preparation and parish formation events, and performing routine office tasks such as answering phones and maintaining parish databases.

In addition, the Assistant supports the parish’s Safe Environment efforts by helping volunteers complete the Diocese of Trenton’s Virtus Program requirements, including processing volunteers who work with children, seniors, and vulnerable adults. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and collaborative, with strong communication and computer skills, as well as the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively.

Core Responsibilities

Administrative Support:

• Manage student registration forms, databases, and record-keeping (attendance, sacramental records).
• Perform general office duties, including answering phones, managing mail, and maintaining files.
• Assist with updating program handbooks and parent and volunteer communications.
• Maintain the St. Paul Virtus database and assist volunteers with the registration and compliance process.
• Keep Virtus records organized and prepared for end of year audit requirements.

Program and Event Support:

• Provide logistical support during weekly Religious Education sessions.
• Assist with coordinating and overseeing major Religious Education events and ceremonies.
• Help monitor and document participation in the Acts of Faith Passport Program.
• Assist the DRE with additional administrative and program-related tasks as assigned.

Communication:

• Serve as a primary point of contact for parents, volunteers, and staff.
• Maintain regular communication with parents regarding Religious Education information including Attendance and absences
• Obtaining required registration documents and payments from parents.
• Responding to questions regarding schedules, requirements and general program information.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• The following skills and qualifications would be needed to successfully perform the duties outlined above:
• Strong time managementand organizationalskills
• Effective verbal and written communicationskills
• Ability to communicate and write in both English and Spanish (preferred but not required).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Google Docs, Google Sheets,and Google Forms.
• Professionalism and discretion when handling confidential information.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including Sundays from 7:30 AM-10:00 AM.
• Occasional evening or weekend hours as needed.

Associate’s degree required. The ideal candidate will be a collaborative, detail-oriented individual who enjoys working in a parish environment and supporting the faith formation of children and families.