Coord Religious Education (EX)

The Coordinator of Religious Education (CRE) plans and implements the parish program of catechetical instruction and faith formation for children and youth, pre-K through 8th grade. The CRE will be given a schedule that will include days, evenings, and weekends as needed by the Pastor.

Essential Functions

• Select and implement an Archdiocesan-approved curriculum in regular catechists and family life.
• Organization of registration and re-registration of all PREP students.
• Recruitment, appointment, and direction of volunteer catechists and assisting staff.
• Procurement and care of all PREP textbooks and other materials needed for the program.
• Promotion and maintenance of ongoing communication with parents and catechist/teachers through a yearly calendar of events, current Handbook, notes, and meetings as needed.
• Ensure the Safe Environment requirements (Virtus Certification), policies, and mandates for Parish Religious Education volunteers are in compliance with Archdiocesan standards.
• Annual preparation of and responsible management of a budget, which is approved by the Finance Committee, for all income and expenses related to the Parish Religious Education Program.
• Procure all textbooks and supplies in a timely fashion and maintain an inventory.
• Schedule, organize, and oversee Baptism Preparation, First Reconciliation, and First Communion catechesis and preparation classes.
• Plan the First Reconciliation and First Communion liturgies and a suitable reception after the liturgies for the children and their parents.
• Maintain membership and active involvement in professional associations of religious educators, including the National Conference of Catechetical Leadership (NCCL), Baltimore Area Catechetical Minister Association (BACM), and Anne Arundel County Coordinators of Religious Education (AACCRE).
• Serve as the parish-level assistant to the Virtus Coordinator and Parish Center Scheduler.

Position Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Religious Education or Theology, preferred but not required.
• Relevant work experience and Religious Education as a leader, teacher, or volunteer will be highly considered.
• Knowledge of Diocesan guidelines and procedures.
• Proficiency in computer programs such as Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc.
• Working knowledge of social media platforms that work with parents and families is helpful (Flocknotes and others).
• Must be a practicing Catholic in good standing.
• Must be able to participate fully in the Sacramental life of the Church.
• Recommendation from the applicant's pastor is requested.

Pay Range: $17 - $19/Hourly 

Benefits: 

We offer a generous paid sick leave benefit with this position, and employees' automatic enrollment in the 403(b) plan.