Coordinator for Family Formation and Children's Catechesis - Archdiocese of Washington

Job Description

Job Description

The mission of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Washington is to spread the light of the Gospel of Jesus Christ to the world. In the faithful pursuit of this mission, the Archdiocese is seeking a Coordinator for Family Formation and Children's Catechesis. The Coordinator reports to the Director of Lifelong Formation and will support both English and Spanish-speaking parishes as they develop faith formation models for children and families in light of the archdiocesan "Forming Disciples Religion Curriculum Guide." This position is also responsible for ensuring implementation and compliance with the annual Safe Environment training of students in parish religious education programs as well as the implementation of annual Faith Knowledge Assessment. The Coordinator supports the Secretariat with all large-scale events.

The Coordinator must have an energy and enthusiasm born of a spirit of mission for the Gospel as she / he supports parish leaders and catechists. Accountability, attention to detail, excellent written and verbal skills, and a synodal, collaborative ministerial spirit are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Candidate must be knowledgeable of and committed to the teachings of the Catholic Church, as well as evidence a spirit of discipleship.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Ability to handle multiple tasks under time sensitive deadlines
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information

Education and Experience