Director of Religious Education - St. Edward the Confessor - Bowie Maryland

Catholic Schools Office, Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Washington • Bowie, MD

5d • Onsite

About The Position

St. Edward the Confessor parish in Bowie, Md. is seeking a Director of Religious Education (DRE). This role designs and directs a comprehensive religious education program for adults and children in Kindergarten through 8th grade. The DRE reports to the Pastor.

Requirements

• A knowledge and appreciation of diverse aspects of the Catholic Church, its theology, mission, evangelization, history, and spirituality.
• Leadership ability.
• Ability to teach children with energy and positivity.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong ability to build relationships with a diverse group of parishioners, staff, and with other parishes in the area.
• Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Able to plan large events involving coordination with the Archdiocese of Washington and other parishes in the area.
• Organizational skills to manage paperwork for children receiving sacraments, tracking attendance, and setting up for events.
• Bachelor’s degree in Catholic theology, religious education, church history or other relevant area (will accept applications from students in their senior year).
• Practical teaching experience as a catechist, school teacher, or in a similar role. Coursework in catechetics will be considered as experience.
• Experience with administrative functions (budgeting, scheduling, institutional relationships).
• Excellent computer proficiency (Microsoft Office – Word, Excel, and Gmail).

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of teaching methods for special needs students is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manages the Religious Education Program for K-8 kids, including First Reconciliation, Communion, and Confirmation.
• Researches and implements the latest best practices for child safety, the prevention of abuse, and appropriate handling of abuse cases if they occur.
• Evaluates and revises program curricula to make religious education classes more effective.
• Coordinates retreats that encourage spiritual preparation for First Reconciliation, Communion, and Confirmation, as well as rehearsing for participation in the sacraments.
• Coordinates safe and fun community-building activities for kids.
• Recruits and trains volunteers for teaching.
• Will build a program of theological enrichment events for adults.
• Performs related duties as assigned by the Pastor.
• Maintains compliance with all archdiocesan and parish policies.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level