Catholic Religious Education Coordinator

Catholic Religious Education Coordinator

Location: Travis AFB, CA

• Goal Setting and Planning
  • Meet regularly with the Catholic Priest and/or Catholic Pastoral Coordinator to review overall formation goals for programs.
  • Meet as needed with the Catholic Chaplain/Priest and Catholic Pastoral Coordinator to plan specific goals for special activities, liturgies and celebrations.
  • Participate with the AMS in ongoing formation as coordinator, staying informed of changes, programs and policies regarding faith formation. This includes continuing education with AMS to keep catechist certification current.
  • Participation with the Diocese of Sacramento is required.
• Organization
  • Implement the policies set by the Catholic Chaplain/Priest.
  • Conduct timely registration of all program participants.
  • Schedule classes, meetings, special events, liturgies, etc. according to available facilities.
  • Organize and facilitate special liturgies and/or prayer services relevant to Religious Education curriculum and sacraments.
  • Coordinate monthly calendar activities with St. Michael master schedule with the Catholic Pastoral Coordinator.
  • Coordinate program events with chapel staff, completing and submitting facility request forms for signature.
  • Coordinate with Social Committee for receptions related to Sacraments of Initiation (First Communion, Confirmation Celebrations) and First Confession.
  • Prepare appropriate training for catechists and aides within the Children’s Faith Formation Program throughout the year, on and off-site.
  • Support the Protestant Religious Education Coordinator for preparation and implementation of an annual chapel-wide Vacation Bible School.
• Budgeting, Ordering
  • Work within the Faith Formation budget to order necessary books and supplies timely, including curriculum for the upcoming year’s programs in May.
  • Complete and submit Funds Request forms for approval before submitting to the Account Manager.
  • Prepare budget for the upcoming year to present to the budget committee during the new fiscal year in May.
  • Maintain inventory of materials on-hand for accurate requests for additional materials each year.
  • Secure facilities and leaders for off‑site retreats and outings/events using budget line items and fund requests in a timely manner.
• Care of Volunteer Catechists
  • Recruit volunteer catechists, facilitators, and aides as needed for program implementation.
  • Conduct or sponsor orientation and training workshops for all volunteers and program participants and families at the beginning of each new catechetical year.
  • Provide training for certification via AMS for catechists and all volunteers.
  • Encourage advanced catechetical development through workshops and adult formation opportunities at Travis Chapel and within the Diocese of Sacramento.
• Program Operation
  • Implement programs across all age groups:
    Toddler Formation, Children’s Liturgy, Pre‑K through 12th grade, Confirmation Preparation for Youth, Youth Group Program, Sacramental Preparation for Reconciliation and First Communion, RCIC, Confirmation Retreat, and Catholic Women of the Chapel (CWOC).
  • Prepare publicity and communication materials: bulletin/pulpit, social media announcements, worship aids, program calendars, flyers, permission slips, etc.
  • Maintain accurate registration and attendance records and submit monthly numbers to designated staff member.
  • Provide sacramental record information to Catholic Pastoral Coordinator for submission to AMS as necessary.
  • Ensure updated registration information available to Chapel staff on shared drive.
  • Update online AMS records of individual student progress in designated RE curriculum.
• Meetings
  • Attend staff and team meetings as required by the wing chaplain, Senior Faith meetings, and off‑sites.
  • Attend Parish Advisory Council meetings.
  • Attend quarterly Diocese of Sacramento cluster meetings (encouraged).
• The Catholic Religious Education Coordinator must be certified by the AMS upon applying for this position.

• Must have 6 years’ experience in Catholic Faith Formation programs as a catechist or program volunteer, with at least 3 years serving as the Faith Formation Coordinator in a military chapel.
• Must have 1 year of experience as director; experience must be included on applicant’s resume.
• Minimum Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution; provide proof of AMS Catechist certification upon application.
• Work well with others, respect growth and culture, and communicate openly even when conflicts arise.
• Knowledgeable about Catholic faith practices and teachings; express importance of building an informed Catholic community.

Seniority Level: Mid-senior level

Employment Type: Part-time

Job Function: Education and Training