• Job Description

  Req#: DIREC002685

  Mother Seton Parish, a large, multicultural parish in Germantown Maryland is hiring a Director of Children's Faith Formation.
  This role will report to the Pastor and is available in July 2025 but can start sooner if needed.

  The salary for this position is $50,000 to $60,000

  Work collaboratively with the Director of Evangelization and the Faith Formation Assistant and other members of the Pastoral Team to help provide and encounter with Christ to the parish.

  • Coordinator of Children’s Faith Formation includes ages Grade1 through 6 grade, OCIA-AC and special needs
  • The responsibility of the coordinator is for the ongoing development, implementation and management of the religious education program, which will include, but is not limited to: academic formation, sacramental preparation for Baptism, Penance and First Eucharist, seasonal liturgical/spiritual formation, catechist recruitment and training and Order of Christian Initiation for Children and Adults.
  • Other responsibilities include assisting in the family faith formation program and catechist formation, communicating with families, collaborating and assisting other staff members within the department and parish programs.
  • Use media, including our parish website, to reach parish families
  • Assist the enrollment process for Children’s Faith Formation, Order the books and supplies
  • Recruit catechists, assistant catechists, teen mentors and to help build a sense of community among them
  • Coordinate orientation for any new volunteers for example: new catechists and teen mentors.
  • Provide clear expectations for all volunteers, catechists, teen mentors, all volunteers and parents which includes but not limited to: the goals for the year, calendar, curriculum and safety requirements and importance of commitment to the program and faith formation.
  • Oversee record keeping, such as attendance sheets, health records and rosters
  • Administer the annual Faith Knowledge Assessment, Circle of Grace, and complete the annual diocesan survey
  • Be available to the catechists and the children during their sessions

  Qualifications

  Knowledge, skills and Abilities

  • Must be a practicing Catholic with a love for the faith and a commitment to living its teachings
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • Be organized and strong planning skills and able to manage multiple takes and meet deadlines on a constant basis
  • Work independently, taking initiative and completing tasks as assigned.
  • Positive, problem-solving skills and able to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Able to work days, evenings and weekends.

  Education and Experience

  • Master’s degree in Theology or Religious Education preferred but willing to discuss.
  • Good interpersonal and communication skills and able to communicate effectively and pastorally with everyone you encounter
  • Bilingual a plus
  • Administrative experience
  • Leadership experience
  • Able to keep accurate records and database.

  Work Environment

  We operate a professional office environment. We use standard office equipment for example, computer, phone, copy machine and printers

  Physical demand

  Could be asked to lift 30 lbs.

  Position Type

  This is a full-time role that requires you to work daytime, evenings and weekends as needed based on the calendar.

  Please forward your resume and letter of interest to: frlee5361@gmail.com

  Equal Opportunity Employer
  This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

• About the company

  The Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Washington is an archdiocese of the Roman Catholic Church in the United States.

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