Catholic Religious Education Coordinator

Catholic Religious Education Coordinator Position: Catholic Religious Education Coordinator Location: Dyess Air Force Base Chapel, Abilene, TX Schedule: ~13 hours per week; typically Saturdays (0700–1300), Sundays (0700–1400), and 2 hrs/month Parish Advisory Council meeting. Additional services on celebrated days of worship as required. Key Responsibilities Support the Catholic Priest in planning, organizing, and leading all Catholic Religious Education (RE) programs. Coordinate and schedule classes for preschool, elementary, junior high, and youth ministry; assist with adult RE programs as directed by the Priest. Organize sacramental preparation (First Communion, Confirmation, Baptism prep, and parent classes). Recruit, train, and support volunteer teachers and assistants; conduct regular meetings and provide training. Maintain attendance records, program schedules, and statistical reports. Order and distribute RE textbooks, supplies, and multimedia resources. Coordinate special activities (e.g., All Saints celebrations, Christmas, Easter). Attend parish council, financial working group, and diocesan RE meetings as directed. Ensure classrooms and facilities are opened, secured, and maintained during RE activities. Qualifications Minimum 18 years old with High School diploma or equivalent. At least 2 years' experience leading Religious Education in a Catholic church setting. Certified catechist in the Diocese of San Angelo (or other diocese) OR 3–5 years teaching Catholic RE. Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills; able to work in a pluralistic environment. Computer skills (MS Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint). #J-18808-Ljbffr