Coordinator - Religious Educator (CRE) (4264)
Coordinator - Religious Educator (CRE) (4264)
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Job Description
Job Summary
The Coordinator of Religious Education (CRE) serves as a valuable part of the ministry team at St. Patrick Parish in Wentzville. Reporting to the pastor the CRE works in conjunction with the ministry team to provide comprehensive evangelization efforts for the parish through the Parish School of Religion (PSR). This is a catechetical spiritual and administrative position. This position maintains accurate records of sacraments of PSR students PSR enrollment PSR budget and other events as needed.
Job Responsibilities
Coordinate booking and ordering of materials for PSR classes and events
Conduct PSR and VBS Enrollment collect tuition/fees and administer scholarships
Ensure all catechists and volunteers have completed tax forms & are in compliance with Safe Environment protocols
Coordinate Parent & Family Formation Events
Prepare and direct liturgies and other worship events for PSR families
Communicate with parents on behalf of PSR and other parish events
Teach Safe Touch and maintain archdiocesan compliance
Ensure archdiocesan compliance of Emergency Drills for the Parish School of Religion
Oversee the development implementation and ongoing assessment of a comprehensive religious education curriculum for children in the PSR program
Direct the preparation and celebration of sacraments with PSR children
Assist and involve parents in developing the faith and sacramental life of their children
Provide guidance and incorporate home-schooled children into parish sacramental celebrations
Recruit select develop train supervise and evaluate catechists for the PSR.
Facilitate the spiritual and professional growth of catechists; serve as a resource to catechists
Pursue ongoing professional development and ministry formation to remain up to date on matters of theology catechesis and best practice
Create and disseminate a weekly newsletter for parents and a weekly newsletter for catechists
Parent point of contact for PSR concerns needs and questions
Update PSR Parent Handbook and webpage as needed
Discuss and determine financial assistance for families in coordination with the Business Manager.
Plan and host parent sacramental meetings and formation events
Create program calendar in accordance with Archdiocesan guidelines
Assess curriculum and program needs annually
Assist with development of PSR budget
Provides administrative & formational support to Christian Initiation Ministry (CIM) team
Job Requirements
- Candidates should be practicing Catholics willing to help build St. Patrick as a community of faith.
- Uphold teachings of the Catholic Church
- Bachelor degree or equivalent experience in theology education or a related field
- 3 or more years of experience in religious education or parish ministry
- Proficient in Spanish preferred
At the Archdiocese of St. Louis we believe that every job is a potential pathway to purpose. Join a community where your skills and passion align with a greater mission where every day brings new opportunities to make a meaningful difference for the Catholic faithful and for the greater community in St. Louis and 10 surrounding Missouri counties.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full Time
