Director of Religious Education and Youth Ministry
St. Mary Catholic Church
Muncie, IN
Job ID#:
9974163979
Posted:
May 3, 2024
Expires:
July 2, 2024
Category:
Religious Education
Terms:
Full-Time Employee
Experience:
0-2 Years
Education:
Undergraduate Degree
Base Pay:
$35k to $40k Salary
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Job Description
Coordinator of Religious Education and Youth MinistrySummary: To coordinate and oversee Religious Education and Youth Ministry for the Muncie Pastorate in cooperation with the pastor and Director of Evangelization.
Essential Duties
Recruits, trains, and supports volunteers for the implementation of Religious Education (Grades K-5) and Youth Ministry (Grades 6-12) throughout the pastorate.
Oversees the selection of teaching aids, lesson plans, and resources for catechesis.
Oversees and implements Circle of Grace curriculum.
Oversees sacramental prep including 1st Reconciliation, 1st Communion, and Confirmation.
Facilitate a Youth Leadership Team, which is responsible for planning, implementing, and evaluating a comprehensive youth ministry program.
Foster the involvement of young people in parish life including serving as liturgical ministers and being involved in parish activities.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications: To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education/Experience:
Must be a Catholic in good standing.
At least 2 years of experience in planning or executing education programs, missions, retreats, special events planning, or related areas.
A bachelor's degree or equivalent in a related area is preferred. Academic background in theology, philosophy, or education preferred.
Experience working in a parish setting is ideal.
Experience with Microsoft Office applications, Flocknote, and current technology is preferred.
Other Skills/Abilities:
High level of independent thought and initiative
Able to honor and maintain strict confidentiality
Strong organizational skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work effectively with all levels of employees and volunteers
Ability to be a good steward of the resources entrusted to the parish
Working knowledge of Church documents, Scripture, resources, and mission
Able to pass and maintain Diocesan child safety protocols
Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Able to move about the work environment
While performing this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus
Visual acuity to see computer screen
Able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds
Able to lift files, open filing cabinets, and bend or stand on a stool if necessary
Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those employee encounters while performing the essential function of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Able to work a flexible schedule including nights, evenings, and weekends as required.
This job operates in an office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, photocopiers, and smartphones.
Interested candidates should email Jason Hart, Director of Evangelization, at jhart@parish.dol-in.org.