Director of Religious Education

DESCRIPTION: The Director of Religious Education, under the direction of the Pastor, assumes responsibility for catechetical and Sacramental instruction for Spanish and English-speaking children of St. John Vianney Parish. 

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Accountable to the Pastor.

· Provide leadership in developing the vision and mission of Faith Formation in the Parish.

· Develop goals and objectives and implement strategies for a comprehensive faith formation program for Spanish and English-speaking children.

SPECIFICS: 

Religious Education 

· Directs and oversees religious education program for English and Spanish-speaking children.

· Responsible for the recruitment, orientation, and training of volunteers/catechists to conduct the Parish’s catechetical programs.

Sacraments

· Responsible for planning, coordinating, and implementing the Sacramental Programs in Spanish for Religious Education.

· Takes lead in preparing for Sacramental celebrations.

· Works with Parish Secretary to maintain updated participant’s sacramental records.

· Keep current in developments/changes with Diocesan policies as they relate to formation and Sacramental practices. Maintain a relationship with the Diocesan Office of Evangelization, Discipleship, and Spirituality.

Miscellaneous

· Manage publicity, promotion, and communication of Religious Education program.

· Recruit, train, and collaborate with volunteers. 

· Completes Certification Courses for Sacramental Prep Leaders regularly.

PROGRAMMING:

· Plan and promote an annual and monthly calendar.

· Coordinate registration and collection of fees for programs.

· Encourage and administer the Catechist certification process for catechists and facilitators.

· In cooperation with the Parish Safe Environment Coordinator, implement Diocesan and parish policies and guidelines, including those related to negligence, sexual abuse, sexual harassment, and the safety and protection of children. Work with the Safe Environment Coordinator to get all adults and children through the Diocesan mandated training.

QUALIFICATIONS:

- Bachelor’s degree in Theology preferred. 

- Three years in ministry at Parish or Diocesan level. 

- Management experience.

- Effective interpersonal and communication skills. 

- Effective organizational skills. 

- Will need to go through Safe Environment Training. 

Please send in your resume and two references to Father Ignatius Mazanowski at [email protected] and Rae-Mi LeRoy at [email protected].