Director of Religious Education

Roman Catholic Bishop of San Diego•Poway, CA

just now•$25 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

The Director of Religious Education (DRE) works in collaboration with the Pastoral Associate to develop and maintain comprehensive parish catechetical programs for youth and children, kindergarten through grade 8. The goals of this position include communicating an enthusiasm for the Catholic faith among our young people and their families, planning and oversight of the parish religious education program, including sacramental preparation, Children’s Liturgy of the Word, OCIA adapted for Children, Vacation Bible School, and facilitating parent and catechist meetings and workshops.

Requirements

Active, practicing member of the Catholic Church, and excellent knowledge and adherence to Church teaching life.
Must maintain appropriate certifications and attend enrichment courses and programs as appropriate.
Desire and enthusiasm for working with all age demographics.
Highly self- motivated, creative, energetic, and assertive.
Demonstrated spiritual and emotional maturity.
Strong organizational skills, including time management, delegation, planning, budgeting, and ability to balance multiple projects at a time.
Close collaboration with Pastor and Youth/Confirmation Director to meet the pastoral needs of the whole parish community.
Demonstrate capability to carry out administrative and supervisory duties in a timely fashion, utilizing good communication and relationship.
Participate in ongoing formation and educational opportunities to keep current on trends in catechetical.
Computer skills in Microsoft Office products.
Successful completion of parish Safe Environment program.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.
Current California Catechists Certificate.
Experience working with (volunteer or paid staff).
Bachelor’s degree in theology or related field preferred.
Certified as a Master Catechist preferred.

Responsibilities

Supervise administrative assistant and numerous volunteers.
Order books and supplies.
Set the calendar for catechetical programs and events.
Reserve needed facilities and equipment.
Provide a safe environment for all: secure and run background checks and training for all volunteers working with children and youth per diocesan guidelines.
Answer administrative questions regarding catechetical programs.
Conduct an annual registration process.
Maintain records of participation in catechetical programs and celebrations of sacraments.
Maintain records of achievement for catechists that include participation in all safe environment requirements, parish and Diocesan catechetical formation events, and applicable certification processes.
Maintain volunteer records.
Participate in parish diocesan, deanery, and parish staff meetings, coordinating catechetical ministry with other ministries.
Serve as liaison with the diocesan office of RE and their programs, services, and resources.
Oversee traffic during class times.
Communicate policies and procedures to parents, students, catechists, aides and other adults in collaboration with the professional staff.
Maintain open communication with members of the Parish staff, volunteers and RE families.
Maintain close communication with the Diocesan Office for Evangelization and Catechetical Ministry.
Serve as RE representatives on the Liturgy Committee, Pastoral Council and Council of Ministries.
Organize, supervise, and maintain RE Offices.
Oversee the proper use of parish facilities that RE uses including locking up all buildings that RE uses on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
Prepare an annual budget for RE and present to Pastoral Associate for approval before submitting to the Pastor.
Be available to parents, students, and adults for consultation, advice, and referral.
Set and implement catechetical vision for the parish based on contemporary Church documents to develop the parish as an evangelizing community.
Develop and provide total parish catechetical program for youth and children in grades kindergarten – grade 8.
Provide formation for the celebration of the sacraments for youth, children, and their parents.
Provide sacramental preparation classes to students in grades 3-8 who are preparing for first reconciliation and first communion.
Evaluate and select catechetical resources (texts, materials, etc.) utilizing diocesan norms and policies.
Recruit, screen and provide in-service to catechists.
Support and develop catechists by leading catechist training and providing catechetical resources in accordance with diocesan guidelines.
Provide opportunities for on-going education and spiritual formation of RE personnel, catechists and aides.
Inform personnel and catechists of opportunities for professional courses/workshops for spiritual growth.
Recognize, encourage, and support the catechetical efforts of those involved in religious education.