Director of Religious Education and Youth Ministry

Job Description

Coordinator of Religious Education and Youth Ministry
Summary: 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.

About the Employer

Muncie Catholic is a pastorate of the Diocese of Lafayette in Indiana, comprised of St. Francis of Assisi Parish & Newman Center, St. Lawrence, and St. Mary Catholic Churches, and St. Michael Catholic School. A vibrant community located near the campus of Ball State University in Muncie, Indiana, we invite you to discover a more personal relationship with Jesus Christ, and an ever deepening love for His Church and one another.