Associate Director of Elementary Formation

Job Description

Saint Faustina Catholic Church
Associate Director of Elementary Formation

Purpose
Do you have a passion for helping children and families grow in their relationship with Jesus Christ? Are you a visionary leader who enjoys building teams, developing volunteers, and creating opportunities for others to grow? As Saint Faustina continues to grow and prepares for the opening of our new church, we are seeking an Associate Director of Elementary Formation to lead and shape a thriving ministry for children in grades K-5 and their families. Working alongside the Director of Catechesis and a dedicated team of staff and volunteers, this person will help build a culture of discipleship, hospitality, and belonging, ensuring that every child and family has opportunities to encounter Christ and grow in their faith.

Key Responsibilities
• Provide vision, leadership, and oversight for all K-5 faith formation programs and elementary sacramental preparation including First Reconciliation and First Holy Communion, with the Sacrament Preparation Coordinator and Elementary Formation Assistant.
• Work with the Director of Catechesis and ministry team to develop and implement strategic goals, programs, and initiatives for elementary formation.
• Recruit, form, equip, and empower catechists, volunteers, and ministry leaders to take ownership and grow in their roles.
• Develop and oversee on-campus and Home Study formation, ensuring families receive ongoing support and remain connected to parish life.
• Lead the planning, coordination, and execution of Vacation Bible School (VBS), building and empowering a strong volunteer leadership team.
• Foster strong relationships with families, catechists, and parish ministries, ensuring a welcoming and engaging formation environment.
• Evaluate existing programs, anticipate future needs, and develop systems and processes that support the continued growth of the parish.

Qualifications
• Practicing Catholic in good standing who is committed to living and sharing the teachings of the Catholic Church.
• Bachelor's degree in Theology, Catechetics, Religious Education, Education, Pastoral Ministry, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 4 years of previous experience in parish ministry, faith formation, religious education, Catholic school education, or a related educational or ministry setting with an emphasis on elementary formation and sacrament preparation.
• Demonstrated leadership experience, particularly in recruiting, developing, and empowering volunteers and ministry leaders.
• Strong vision and strategic planning skills, with the ability to anticipate needs and develop sustainable programs in a growing environment.
• Excellent communication, both verbal and in writing, interpersonal, organizational, and administrative skills.
• Ability to lead a team, delegate responsibilities, provide coaching and feedback, and foster collaboration.
• Flexible, proactive, and solution-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced ministry environment with a focus on meeting deadlines.
• Tech savvy with knowledge of parish management systems; experience with ParishStaq preferred.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish strongly preferred.

Hours & Schedule
This is a full-time position requiring evening and weekend availability, particularly during Faith Formation sessions, Vacation Bible School, sacramental celebrations, and parish formation events.

Qualified candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and references via email to blennox@saintfaustinachurch.org with "Associate Director of Elementary Formation" in the subject line.

About the Employer

Saint Faustina parish is a fast growing and dynamic parish located in a rapid growth area of the Archdiocese of Galveston - Houston. The parish's focus is to serve the spiritual and pastoral needs of the Catholic and surrounding community as a beacon of light and hope.