Faith Formation Coordinator Grades 7-12

$35,000.00/hr - $45,000.00/hr

The grades 7-12 Faith Formation Coordinator assists the Pastor by coordinating a program of Catholic education and formation which helps parents in the raising of their teenagers in the practice of the faith. The Coordinator oversees all catechists and volunteers in the 7-12 program, collaborates with the 3K-6 Faith Formation Coordinator, and serves as the parish representative to the Neenah-Menasha Catholic Youth Ministry program.

• Plan, develop, and promote quality catechesis that instills a love for Christ and learning about Christ.
• Assist with the Faith Formation registration process and develop family intergenerational faith formation opportunities for all parents.
• Build trust and understanding with the youth and young adults of the parish while fostering Christian values of justice, peace, and service.
• Assess student growth and communicate progress to parents/guardians.
• Oversee registration, implementation, and preparation programs of Confirmation, including Confirmation retreats.
• Work with pastoral staff to ensure parish and diocesan procedures are followed regarding Confirmation preparation.
• Attend and facilitate the celebration of Confirmation and coordinate liturgical support (presider, musicians, staff).
• Collaborate with the Pastor to address overall goals, objectives, and direction of Confirmation preparation programs.
• Continue spiritual and professional development for renewal.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Oversee supervision of students in grades 7-12.
• Manage student behavior with parents.
• Coordinate with Principal about room usage.
• Plan curriculum, order instructional materials.
• Recruit, train, and supervise catechists and small group leaders.
• Teach classes as needed.
• Facilitate small groups.
• Track assignments and service projects.
• Maintain permission slips and other paperwork.
• Coordinate Confirmation Retreat and Presentation Mass & Luncheon.
• Coordinate sacramental paperwork.
• Record assignments and service projects.
• Represent St. Gabriel Parish in meetings.
• Coordinate Neenah-Menasha Catholic Youth Ministry events.
• Maintain calendar of events and track sign-ups and emails.
• Help coordinate summer events and local mission.
• Collaborate with SMCS and the 3K-6 Faith Formation Coordinator in planning annual FF calendar.
• Other duties as assigned by the Pastor.

• BA in Religious Studies, Pastoral Ministry, a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 2 years of ministry, outreach, church staff, or equivalent experience preferred.
• Knowledge and understanding of New Evangelization methodology and best practices with the goal of intentional discipleship.
• Understanding of catechetical processes as they pertain to youth, young adults, and adults.
• Must be a practicing Catholic; a member in good standing of a Catholic parish within the Diocese of Green Bay; single, ordained, a professed religious, or in a sacramental marriage; and have a strong faith, dedicated to Gospel values and living a life of prayer and service.
• Strong personal relationship with Jesus and a deep love for His Church.
• Fully aligned with the teachings of the Church and passionate about the parish mission.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software, the Internet, and basic office equipment.
• Leadership and administrative skills, decision-making, program development, interpersonal skills.
• Sensitivity to persons of diverse cultures and traditions.
• Strong oral and written communication skills; comfortable speaking in large and small group settings to adults and youth.
• Thrives in a team environment and is a self-starter.
• Emotionally intelligent and humble.
• Ability to plan, organize, and meet deadlines.
• Effective communication with staff, parents, mentors, and volunteers; ability to establish and maintain relationships.
• Ability to implement age-appropriate instructional materials and methods.
• Seeks input from parents and parishioners.
• Adapts to pastoral situations as they arise.
• Proven ability to develop vision and initiatives to meet parish needs consistently with mission.
• Leads and influences others; possesses apostolic heart.
• Can handle multiple projects and priorities as required.

Mid-Senior level

Full-time

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