Director of Religious Education - Mother Seton Parish - Germantown

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: