Director of Religious Education

Description

Position: Director of Religious Education

Status: Part time

Description:  St. Patrick Catholic Church in Kansas City, Missouri is seeking a Director of Religious Education. This position will support the pastor in strengthening the Catholic faith of the youth in our parish from preschool through young adults. This is a 10-month, part-time position based upon a schedule of 20 hours per week, Sunday - Wednesday 

Responsibilities:

• Implement and lead Religious Education program
• Plan and coordinate all youth faith formation activities through speakers, classes, and retreats.
• Oversee the education and faith formation of children of non-parochial school families on Sundays from 9:30-10:45 am.
• Oversee sacramental preparation for Baptism, First Reconciliation, and First Holy Communion
• Oversee on-site ministry to children, including Children’s Liturgy of the Word on Sunday’s during the 8:30 am and 11:00 am mass. 
• Facilitate Youth Group Program for grades 6-8 once per month.
• Facilitate and oversee grades 6-10 Confirmation program once per month.  

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

· Communicate using clear and effective verbal/written communications, in a clear, consistent manner with all ages.

· Exhibit attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. 

· Handle and organize competing priorities.

· Take personal responsibility for work results, work independently with little oversight.

· Build relationships through collaboration and teamwork.

Requirements

· Open availability, including evenings and weekends Sunday through Wednesday.

· Practicing Catholic with ethical standards, personal integrity and conduct consistent with the 

  morals and teachings of the Catholic Church.

· Experience in managing social media platforms. 

Note: All employees are required to consent to a background check, commit to our Code of Conduct policy, and complete online and in-person training prior to hire.