Coordinator of Elementary Faith Formation

Job Description

St. Cecilia Catholic Church is looking for a Coordinator of Elementary Faith Formation to form and engage parishioners in particular grades PreK through 5th Grade, of a diverse Catholic community in the implementation of the New Evangelization. This position will be part of a vibrant Faith Formation Team passionate about advancing the Gospel in collaboration with each other and the faithful.
Formation
Serve students in Kindergarten through 5th grade through traditional Faith Formation setting and ages 3-12 in Catechesis of the Good Shepherd (CGS)
Responsible for sacramental preparation of Reconciliation & Eucharist for children in 2nd grade including St. Cecilia School 2nd grade. Activities include preparing home study material, learning centers, retreats and liturgies
Encourage families in participation of the Mass & parish activities
Coordinate with a team of volunteers to hold a summer Vacation Bible School Experience

Engagement
Recruit, train and coordinate volunteer catechists & assistants for traditional Faith Formation grades K-5 and CGS Levels 1, 2, 3
Communicate regularly to families of grades K-5
Host informational events for families and parishioners to learn more about CGS and participation in by becoming trained leaders for CGS
Work with St. Cecilia School staff to offer CGS for grades K-3

Staff Relations
Be part of the Faith Formation Team
Attend weekly staff meetings
Attend weekly Faith Formation Team meetings
Attend quarterly & special Faith Formation Commission meetings
Cooperate with other parish staff & groups

Administrative Responsibilities
Prepares and manages a budget
Organizes a calendar of events for area of responsibility
Collects paperwork & sacramental records as needed
Follows Archdiocesan Pastoral Center Staff and their policies/procedures

Expectations
Have a strong daily prayer life
Regularly attend Mass and other events at St. Cecilia to build relationships with parishioners
Available evenings and few weekends particularly Wednesdays during the academic year and occasional other days
Be an active part of the parish community
Continue professional development & spiritual growth

Qualifications
Roman Catholic in good standing with the Church
Bachelor's degree in Theology and/or related field
2+ years of ministry experience preferred
Formation in at least Catechesis of Good Shepherd Level I, preferred
Experience in parish/diocese level Faith Formation of children and/or family ministry
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand, walk, talk, reach, sit, hear, handle and perform repetitive motions of the hands/wrists. Lifts and moves items up to 20 pounds.

Submit Cover Letter & Resume to Father Don Czapla at dczapla@stceciliaparish.org

About the Employer

St. Cecilia Catholic Church is in Ames, Iowa. We are a parish of approximately 1,500 families. Ames, Iowa is a mid-size city that is home to Iowa State University.