Elementary Discipleship Coordinator (3rd-4th)

Catholic Diocese of Columbus•Westerville, OH

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Elementary Discipleship Coordinator will be responsible for facilitating weekly formation programs for 3rd and 4th grade students in the PSR program. Responsibilities include collaborating with the Coordinator of Youth Discipleship and Evangelization to develop curriculum, offer volunteer formation and training, and plan formation events. This role aids in the implementation of catechetical and relational programs within a cohesive framework that is conducive to discipleship and relationship with Jesus Christ. This person will report to the Coordinator of Youth Discipleship and Evangelization.

Requirements

Practicing Catholic in good standing required.
Thorough knowledge of the Catholic faith and the ability to communicate it to others successfully.
Effective oral and written communication and composition skills.
Ability to recruit and empower volunteers and collaborate well with them and others in carrying out the parish’s mission of ministry to youth.
Build authentic relationships with youth and their parents.
Ability to speak effectively in public.
Collaborative skills that serve to motivate volunteers.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred - theology, catechesis, or similar academic discipline preferred.
Experience working with grade school age students, special needs experience is beneficial.
Any level certification in Catechesis of the Good Shepherd formation is beneficial.

Responsibilities

Plan and implement a youth formation program for 3rd-4th grade students and their families.
Prepare curriculum for youth formation events prior to the start of the academic year.
Coordinates and oversees summer grade school age youth programs including but not limited to Vacation Bible School and Totus Tuus.
Prepares classroom content and materials each week for PSR classes.
Aids in training 3rd-4th grade volunteers and catechists.
Communicate with parents and students about all opportunities through a weekly update.
Collaborates with other parish youth ministry programs (Altar Serving, DOYMAR, etc.) to offer a comprehensive approach to youth formation.
Plans and coordinates volunteers for a weekly special-needs catechesis class.
Attend regular staff meetings.
Participate in staff planning.
Be a resource to parish staff on issues related to 3rd-4th grade catechesis.
Be a consistent pastoral presence at Mass and parish-wide events.
Assist in the recruitment, formation, and training of parent and event volunteers.
Monthly support and training sessions with leaders and volunteers.
Weekly communication with leaders and volunteers
Assist the Coordinator of Youth Discipleship and Evangelization to ensure that all leaders and volunteers are compliant with diocesan VIRTUS requirements and ongoing formation.
Participate in diocesan faith formation trainings and meetings.
Participate in ongoing faith formation and educational opportunities.