Assumption Catholic Church

 

Director of parish faith Formation job description

 

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NATURE AND SCOPE:

The Director of Total Parish Faith Formation is responsible for the following areas:

1)    Preschool through 12th grade religious education/faith formation,

2)    LIFE program for high school students and parents.    

3)    Sacramental Preparation for First Reconciliation, First Eucharist and Confirmation.

4)    Coordinate RCIA process

5)    Adult Education and Formation

 

The director works closely with the pastor, the parish Board of Education, Steering Committee and volunteers.  The direct supervisor is the pastor.  Faith formation at Assumption is rooted in our Catholic Tradition and recognizes parents as the primary educators of their children and seeks to support them in this vocation.

 

I.  SPIRITUAL LEADERSHIP

  1. Seek the Lord daily in prayer for perception of the programÕs goals, for guidance, and for the spiritual health of the volunteers and staff
  2. Demonstrate by example and attitude the integration of a God-centered lifestyle into the educational process
  3. Provide the focus for Catholic Christian emphasis by promoting the spiritual development of volunteers and students
  4. Participate in Mass regularly

 

II. ADMINISTRATION

A.   The Director is accountable to the Pastor and Board of Education

B.    Supervise all Faith Formation/Religious Education programs and/or activities

C.    Develop programs accordingly, incorporating new formats when needed

D.   Work with the finance committee representative in developing the faith formation budget for the year

E.    Prepare the yearly faith formation education calendar

F.    Maintain accurate records and files, including attendance, permanent student records, and appropriate fees

G.   Preside over and conduct quarterly Faith Formation Steering Committee meetings

  1. Meet with Principal, Steering Committee and Parish Pastor to plan and coordinate religion and educational programs into the whole parish

I.      Meet on a regular basis as member of Assumption Parish staff

J.     Incorporate St. Cloud Diocese and Faith Formation Steering Committee guidelines

K.   Follow the Diocesan guidelines for implementing the sexual abuse policy, training, and appropriate background checking

L.    Designate and schedule office hours on a regular basis.

M.  Other duties as assigned by Pastor

 

III. FAITH FORMATION

  1. Responsible for overseeing the administration of Religious Education classes (Grades 1-6), Junior High classes (Grades 7-9), including the recruiting, training and empowering of volunteer educators for the different programs.
  2. Responsible for the Confirmation Program, and LIFE (Grades 7-Adult)
  3. Collaborate with Faith Formation Steering Committee in planning and implementing ongoing programs for faith formation at the parish level, especially adults
  4. Provide information that will challenge families in their Faith Formation
  5. Develop and present family activities, in conjunction with the liturgical year
  6. Direct the catechists working in the RCIA process

 

IV. SACRAMENTAL PREPARATION

  1. The FFD shall follow the guidelines and regulations of the St. Cloud Diocese regarding the reception of the Sacraments. 
  2. Develop and implement Family Sacrament Preparation Programs for First Eucharist and Reconciliation and Confirmation and collaborate with the Pastor to lead these sessions
  3. Collaborate with Liturgy Director and Music Minister regarding sacramental celebrations

 

 V.  COMMUNICATION AND PUBLIC RELATIONS

  1. Attend and participate in parish staff meetings, pastoral council meetings, Board of Education Meetings and communicate current information relating to the Faith Formation Department
  2. Handle resolution of grievances of parents, staff and volunteers in a confidential and Christian manner as established by the Board of Education policy
  3. Promote team atmosphere using creative techniques to foster a supportive and encouraging environment for learning and personal spiritual growth
  4. Establish communication with families through weekly parish bulletin and through monthly Parent Update letter
  5. Establish an appropriate method to communicate on a regular basis with St. MaryÕs Principal and Newman Center Representative
  1. Use effective presentation skills when addressing students, staff, parents, and the community, including appropriate vocabulary and examples, clear and legible visuals, and articulate and audible speech
  2. Use excellent written and oral English skills when communicating with students, parents, and colleagues
  3. Plan and organize the Mass, program, and fellowship brunch for the parish high school senior Baccalaureate celebration

 

VI.  QUALIFICATIONS

  1. Strong background in Parish Religious Education
  2. BA or MA in religious education, theology, related field, or equivalent experience
  3. Must know and practice the Roman Catholic Faith
  4. Strong interpersonal and communication skills with both adults and youth
  5. Proficient in computers and technology