JOB Openings

Director of Children’s Formation


REPORTS TO: Director of Evangelization

TEAM: Faith Formation Team

STATUS: Full-time (40 hrs/wk), in-office and remote

SALARY: $56,485/annual

CLOSES: 8/18/2025


The Director of Children’s Formation works with the Director of Evangelization to design, develop, and deliver inspiring, comprehensive faith formation programming for preschool and elementary school-aged children, including preparation for the Sacraments of Reconciliation and Communion.


This person is a professional catechetical leader who is a talented teacher, coach, and learner.  This individual loves God, is joyful and knowledgeable about the Catholic faith, enjoys working with people, and has a heart for service. This person lives in accordance with the teachings of the Catholic Church, regularly practicing and growing in the faith. 


As a member of the Faith Formation Team and parish staff, the Director of Children’s Formation works with other staff members to foster and maintain a collaborative, cohesive, positive team environment.  This position allows for some remote work, but requires regular office hours as well as in-person instruction and program coordination, typically on nights and weekends.


Responsibilities:

Instructional Design

  • Design and implement comprehensive, inspiring, and attractive Children’s Faith Formation (K-5th grade) and Sacrament Preparation Programs (typically 2nd grade).  These will be two distinct programs with different curriculum, serving unique populations.
  • Collaborate with Director of Evangelization to evaluate and select curriculum for each program, including supplemental  materials.
  • Develop session plans/lessons using the selected curriculum that are rigorous but enjoyable, interactive, and engaging.
  • Develop and publish a schedule that meets the needs of families, takes into account facility constraints, and is mapped appropriately to the curriculum and Liturgical Calendar.
  • Enthusiastically provide access and inclusion for children with special learning needs, differentiating instruction when needed.
  • Work with Director of Evangelization and families to ensure that the needs of children in irregular sacramental situations (confirmed at a young age, did not receive first Communion in 2nd grade, etc.) are met appropriate.

Children’s Formation Program (K-5th Grade)

  •  Serve as the primary instructor for sessions, teaching concepts enthusiastically and in conformity to the faith.
  • Recruit and train additional volunteer catechists, as needed.
  • Procure supplies for all activities, practicing good stewardship through prudent purchasing and appropriate resource management.
  • Supervise volunteers.
  • Prepare and mange all aspects of sessions, including supervision, setup, cleanup, and creating a welcoming environment (sign-in table, name tags, etc.).
  • Track session attendance.

First Reconciliation (2nd Grade)

  • Perform all tasks listed for Instruction and Children’s Formation Program above.
  • Sacrament specific tasks:
  • Provide specific instruction to children as to how to make an examination of conscience and a good confession.  Familiarize them with the confessional and the appropriate responses.
  • Work with Liturgy Team to schedule a date for First Reconciliation in December or January, based on pastor’s schedule and facility availability.  Reserve facility and communicate with participant families and staff.
  •  Work with Director of Liturgy to schedule additional priests for the celebration of First Reconciliation, as needed.
  • Be present to coordinate the day.
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    • First Holy Communion (2nd Grade)

    • Perform all tasks listed for Instruction and Children’s Formation Program above.
    • Sacrament specific tasks:
    • Provide specific instruction to children as to how to receive communion and conduct rehearsals for the Liturgy.
    • Work with Liturgy Team to schedule dates.
    • Schedule each child for a specific Mass date and time where they will receive.
    • Communicate proactively with participant families, and staff, as appropriate.
    •  Be present to coordinate the day. Work with the Director of Liturgy and leaders of liturgical ministries (i.e., altar servers, hospitality ministers, etc.) to ensure appropriate support.
    • Develop a seating plan for the sacrament in accordance with guidelines agreed to by the Pastor and Liturgy Team.

     

    Vacation Bible School (Ages 4 yrs - 5th Grade)

    •  Implement a week-long Vacation Bible School every summer.
    • Study, preview, and select appropriate curriculum or program.
    • Recruit and train volunteer team(s) to support and implement the program.
    • Decorate according to the theme, as appropriate, creating an attractive environment for the children. 
    • Procure supplies for all activities.
    • Practice good stewardship through prudent purchasing and appropriate resource management.
    • Supervise and ensure proper set-up prior to program start and cleanup at the conclusion of programming on Friday.

     

    Additional Responsibilities

    • Records Management
    • Accept and process registrations for all programs in a timely manner.
    • Maintain attendance records for all programming
    • Maintain records of waivers, permissions, and other legal documentation, as well registration forms.
    • Collect and maintain files of all documentation required for each participant to receive the sacraments and ensure all eligibility requirements are met.
    • Submit all sacraments for recording in an organized and timely manner.
    • Manage program budget and submit receipts and reimbursement requests in a timely fashion.
    •  Communication
    • Promote Children’s Faith Formation activities and programming regularly through the parish bulletin, website, flyers, etc.
    • Establish and maintain positive relationships with families.
    • Collaborate and communicate regularly with staff and volunteers.
    •  Build relationships among participants and with the Church community.
    • Volunteer Management
    • Recruit and train volunteers to assist in various roles.
    • Facilitate regular training sessions for all volunteer catechists throughout the year.
    • Ensure all volunteers have met Safe Environment requirements prior to serving in any capacity.
    • Technology Literacy
    •  Must be comfortable with a variety of technology and tools and be willing to learn.
    • Must enthusiastically embrace the use of software to increase productivity and produce high-quality, professional looking materials.
    • Minimum requirements include Microsoft Office Suite (Word and Excel) and Outlook for email management.  Canva, Flocknote, Parish Soft are a plus.

     

    General Demeanor and Presence

    • Use discretion and maintain confidentiality
    • Stay up-to-date regarding parish and school events in order to facilitate scheduling and anticipate the needs of the community.

    • Maintain friendly, professional appearance and demeanor at all times.
    • Present and support the decisions of the pastor and his vision with enthusiasm.

    Please use send the completed application to Linda VanMatre, Lvanmatre@paxchristi.org

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