Job Description

St. Gregory the Great Church, a large Catholic community serving Hamilton Square and Robbinsville, New Jersey, is seeking candidates for the full-time position of Coordinator of Religious Education (CRE).

The CRE oversees the formation of children in the Catholic Faith through their adolescent years. The program provides faith formation, catechetical instruction, and sacrament preparation to approximately 600 students and their families, as well as sacrament preparation for the school's students.

The CRE will direct, organize, and implement the Religious Education program under the direction of the Pastor. S / he will work with staff, catechists, and volunteers to engage, teach, and form young Catholics and their families and will oversee sacrament preparation.

The CRE will work in close collaboration with the school principal as necessary. In addition, this individual will be responsible for recruiting and providing training and spiritual formation for catechists and volunteers.

This position includes evening and weekend hours.

Qualifications

A Bachelor's degree in Theology or a related field is preferred; candidates with advanced degrees are encouraged to apply.

Some hands-on experience with a Religious Education program at a Catholic parish is required. Background and experience will be taken into consideration for a candidate with a bachelor's degree in an unrelated major.

Prior experience in a leadership role is required as well as excellent written and verbal communication skills. Well-developed organization and planning skills are vital.

Demonstrated competency in a diverse technology platform, including an aptitude to learn and use new tools, is essential, as well as proficiency in Microsoft Office.

The successful candidate must be a practicing Catholic in good standing.

Qualified candidates should submit their resume, cover letter, two professional references and one personal reference to .