Coordinator of RE & Faith Formation, Annunciation Church, Kamuela

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION COORDINATOR

PRIMARY FUNCTION

The Religious Education Coordinator organizes the parish catechetical program and assists the parish community with the building of a solid foundation of catechetical ministry and faith formation.

RESPONSIBILITIES

* Organizes, plans, and coordinates the Religious Education (RE) Program for pre-school through 6th/ grade to include (but not limited to) scheduling sacramental programs, retreats, and worship services for students and parents.

* Collaborates with the Youth Ministry Coordinator to ensure both the RE program and the Youth Program are aligned in keeping with the Pastor’s vision.

* Orders and maintains teaching materials and resources for the RE program.

* Reports monthly to the Pastor.

* Meets weekly with parish staff for planning and coordination of parish programs.

* Recruits volunteer catechists, provides them the requisite training and administrative support and timely feedback.

* Serves as Safe Environment Liaison.

* Attend professional RE courses to stay abreast of Catholic Faith requirements.

* Plans and teaches Baptismal instruction classes and prepares the requisite Baptismal certificates.

* Prepare and assist Pastor with liturgical celebrations.

* Collaborates with the school to help plan student retreats.

* Supports ad hoc Parish office activities as needed thus working together as a team with the Parish Office.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Active, practicing Catholic in good standing.

Successful completion of Safe Environment Training and Background Check.

Prior experience in Catholic ministries preferred.

College education preferred, but not required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Performing the required duties of this position sometimes requires bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, lifting, pushing, pulling, moving items up to 50 lbs, climbing stairs, standing and sitting for extended periods of time. Must be able to respond effectively to and lead group meetings in emergency situations.

SCHEDULING REQUIREMENTS

Responsibilities involves working on Sundays as this is when religious education classes occur. Employee is sometimes required to attend evening meetings.