Coordinator of Religious Education

Diocese of Venice in Florida•Fort Myers, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Coordinator of Religious Education will plan, integrate, implement, oversee, and evaluate the religious education/faith formation of the total Parish community.

Requirements

Must be a practicing Roman Catholic
Bachelors Degree in Religious Education, Theology, or Catechetics and Evangelization
Excellent organizational skills
Excellent communications skills, both written and oral
Ability to collaborate and maintain positive relationships with coworkers, families, and children is essential.

Nice To Haves

3-5 years Experience working in religious education/faith formation programs in a Parish setting

Responsibilities

Direct and administer catechetical programs: Faith Formation programs for toddlers through elementary school children (Family Faith Formation); and responsible for programs for youth and adults including seasonal faith formation events and Bible and book studies. Working with Pastor on short- and long-term goals.
Assist the Pastor and Adult Faith formation coordinator in planning Parish short and long-term goals regarding religious education and evangelization.
Prepare and administer the Religious Education operating budgets in accordance with budget policies.
Collaborate and communicate with the Pastor and other Parish ministries on an on-going basis regarding scheduling and promotion of events.
Maintain organized and updated files for religious education families and Sacramental preparation.
Plan and direct the annual Vacation Bible school.
Develop plans and implement for the recruitment and training of catechists and volunteers.
Schedule regular catechist and volunteer meetings to encourage the development of a catechetical faith community.
Assist catechists and volunteers with their certification requirements.
Meet the requirements of safe environment policies regarding Safe Environment Training for Youth.
Oversee Youth Ministry.
Other duties as assigned.