Faith Formation Coordinator, K–5 & Sacramental Prep

St. Mary of the Assumption Parish is a vibrant Catholic community serving families, students, and professionals in Brookline and Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts. We seek a practicing Catholic to lead Faith Formation for toddler through grade 5 and support sacramental preparation for children and families.

• Develop K–5 curricula rooted in Scripture, Church teaching, liturgy, devotions, prayer, and the lives of the saints.
• Oversee our toddler program, Catechesis of the Good Shepherd, including recruiting catechists, volunteer training and program coordination.
• Prepare children of catechetical age (7+) for the reception of Baptism, Confirmation and
• Eucharist through the process of OCIA (Order of Christian Initiation of Adults).
• Recruit and train volunteer catechists in teaching methods and classroom management.
• Design and manage a 20‑week Sunday program aligned with parish and school calendars.
• Coordinate facilities and scheduling with pastor, parish staff and the elementary school principal.
• Collaborate with the Coordinator of Religious Education for grades 6-12 on appropriate projects and shared events, such as training for catechists, as well as catechist appreciation events.
• Provide regular communication to the pastor, parents, and parish community
• Maintain parish presence through website updates, weekly email newsletters, bulletin notes, and social media.
• Host registration events, parent meetings, and catechist gatherings.
• Collaborate with the Archdiocesan Office of Lifelong Faith Formation and Child Advocacy Office.
• Coordinate and attend First Confession and First Communion, , including retreats and receptions. Coordinate Volunteers and parents to provide hospitality at receptions.
• Provide adult faith‑formation opportunities for parents 4 times a year.
• Maintain sacramental records and family contact information.
• Ensure all volunteers have completed Protecting God’s Children Training and annual CORI requirements.
• Order and manage all program materials and supplies.

• Practicing Catholic committed to Church teaching
• Bachelor’s degree
• Experience teaching Faith Formation or in a classroom setting
• Strong communication, leadership, and interpersonal skill

Please Email Resume and Cover Letter to Bert Almeida at [email protected]