Description
DEPARTMENT: Saint James – Faith Formation
REPORTS TO: Pastor and Director of Religious Education
EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Full-time/Non-exempt (hourly)
POSITION SUMMARY
In collaboration with the Director of Religious Education (DRE), Pastor or Associate, the CRE is responsible for a portion of the religious education program of the parish. This would include A) Theological B) Catechetical and C) Administrative aspects of the particular area of responsibility. Areas could include, but are not limited to, elementary catechesis, confirmation preparation, youth ministry, etc. The CRE reports to the pastor and parish council(s) and committees as required by the pastor.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsible for implementing a portion of the parish religious education program in accordance with the parish mission statement and goals.
• Evaluates effectiveness of staff and programs
• Establishes long-range plans (e.g., 3-5 years)
• Recruits volunteers for programs
• Oversees volunteer training and participation
• Prepares budget and handles financial matters for programs
• Acquires, organizes and provides resources (media, supplies, etc.)
• Maintains current sacrament records for the parish files
• Performs additional services as requested by pastor
QUALIFICATIONS
• Practicing Roman Catholic with a commitment to his/her own faith life
• Well-developed knowledge of Scripture, the Catechism, Church documents
• Familiar with Church history, the stories of the saints and martyrs, Mariology
• Experienced in teaching the faith to adults, youth and children
• Able to communicate with all age groups, from varying cultural and social backgrounds
• Skilled organizer and overseer of catechetical programs that incorporate volunteer contributions
• Sensitive to controversial issues and able to respond according to Church teaching as articulated by the Archbishop
• Develops programs in accordance with the Archdiocesan Office of Religious Education guidelines/directives.
• Familiar with the uses of media and technology for effective program implementation
• Offers team-building events as necessary
Requirements
EDUCATION BACKGROUND:
An undergraduate or graduate degree in theology or religious education/teaching.
Certification as a Master Catechist through the Advanced Catechetical Ministries (ACM) Program or willingness to obtain.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Archdiocesan catechist certification through the Catechetical Ministries Program or A university certificate program in catechetical leadership or willingness to attend
Two to three years recent teaching or catechetical experience
A record of attendance at diocesan workshops and seminars for ongoing education.
ADMINISTRATIVE EXPERIENCE:
Executive responsibility as employee or volunteer Experience in working with adult volunteers.
A record of attendance at workshops and seminars in management and administrative skills.
This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise as needed.
The Archdiocese of San Antonio is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Skills Required
- Practicing Roman Catholic with commitment to personal faith life
- Undergraduate or graduate degree in theology or religious education/teaching
- Archdiocesan catechist certification or university certificate in catechetical leadership, or willingness to obtain
- Certification as Master Catechist through Advanced Catechetical Ministries Program or willingness to obtain
- Two to three years recent teaching or catechetical experience
- Well-developed knowledge of Scripture, the Catechism, Church documents, Church history, saints, and Mariology
- Experience teaching faith to adults, youth, and children
- Experience working with and recruiting adult volunteers
- Administrative experience including budgeting, program oversight, and executive responsibility (employee or volunteer)
- Record of attendance at diocesan workshops and seminars for ongoing education and management/administrative workshops
- Able to communicate with all age groups and diverse cultural/social backgrounds
- Sensitive to controversial issues and able to respond according to Church teaching
- Familiarity with uses of media and technology for program implementation
What We Do
The Archdiocese of San Antonio is a regional administrative body of the Catholic Church, overseeing parishes, schools, and various pastoral ministries in the San Antonio area. It provides administrative, financial, and social services to support its community and mission, including coordinating events, managing clergy assignments, and facilitating outreach programs to serve the spiritual and social needs of the faithful within its jurisdiction.
