Catholic Religious Education Coordinator

The successful candidate for this position will be a 1099 contractor with Music Ministry International and be responsible for the following:

1.1 Scope:
Serves as resource person, advisor and coordinator of religious education program for the Ellsworth Air Force Base Catholic Community. The Coordinator consults and coordinates with the Catholic Chaplain, priest, or designee, who in turn monitors the Coordinator’s work.

1.2.1 Must be able to fully participate in the sacramental life of the Ellsworth AFB Catholic Community.

1.2.2 Must possess a current Master Catechist Certificate (level
2) or be working towards one, from Archdiocese for the Military Services, USA.

1.2.3 Must have earned a Bachelor’s Degree.

1.3.1 Coordinate and execute a full-spectrum program of Catholic religious education with Catholic Priest (Active Duty, Coordinator, or designee; here and throughout this document) in accordance with the guidelines set forth by the Archdiocese for the Military Services, USA. The program will include Children’s Church, Pre-K through 8th grade Religious Education instruction, pre-sacramental instruction (First Reconciliation, First Eucharist, and Confirmation) and must meet the needs of the Catholic community using curriculum and programs approved by the Archdiocese for the Military Services (AMS) and the Wing Chaplain.

1.3.2 Organize classes; recruit volunteer teachers, substitutes, and other necessary staff for all aspects of the religious education program; initiate process of background checks for volunteers IAW AFI 52-101 and local procedures.

1.3.3 Record and submit AFFCARS data to Catholic Priest as required.

1.3.4 Ensure all volunteers working with minors adhere to the local procedures and AFI 52-101.

1.3.5 Stock and maintain Catholic RE supplies in chapel classrooms from chapel supplied items. Ensure classroom environment is appropriate as directed by the Catholic Priest, Air Force Instructions and local policy.

1.3.6 Coordinate with Chapel Staff to ensure proper scheduling of all Catholic RE events to preserve adequate space and time allotments for Catholic RE events/programs.

Advise chapel staff on changes in requirements.

1.3.7 Train teachers and substitutes on teaching requirements and safety protocols.

Provide workshops for volunteers as required by the Catholic Priest or local guidance. Ensure Religious Education workers are trained and comply with safety requirements and procedures

1.3.8 Provide orientation for new volunteer staff members in facilities, funding, religious education policies, and available resources.

1.3.9 Maintain a professional working environment. Report any malicious activity, misconduct or unlawful acts to the Wing Chaplain and/or necessary base agencies.

1.3.10 In consultation with the Catholic Priest, develop and submit an FY calendar of events and a list of religious education curriculum requirements to the Wing Chaplain or designee as required.

1.3.11 Be present in each class and children’s church at least once a month or as requested by volunteer teachers. Verify, document, and enforce use of background check badges for all volunteers working with minors.

1.3.12 Ensure teacher(s) is/are prepared and ready to teach all RE classes coordinated with Catholic Priest. Ensure background check badges are properly signed out and maintained for Catholic RE volunteers.

1.3.13 Upon start of the contract term, meet with NCOIC, Religious Affairs to receive facility orientation and issuance of facility keys. Upon end of contract term, return all issued keys and equipment.

1.3.14 Do not remove any equipment or chapel furnishings from chapel facilities…