Good Shepherd RC Church in Andover is seeking a part-time (20 hours weekly) Faith Formation Coordinator. The Faith Formation Coordinator administrates as well as designs, develops, directs and evaluates the Eucharist centered parish catechetical program for grades 1-6. She/he reports directly to the pastor and provides leadership to assist the pastor in building a solid foundation for the parish community in spirituality, Christian living, ministry and outreach.
General position responsibilities include: • Maintains Sunday office hours during all Faith Formation classes for grades 1-6 • Maintains communication with all families regarding registration, the calendar, faith formation program and events • Administer enrollment, maintain faith formation database and calendar • Recruit volunteers as catechists and provide opportunities for catechist formation • Maintain Faith Formation page on the parish website • Submits Faith Formation page for bulletin weekly • Selects textbooks and materials for grades 1-6 • Track student Mass and class attendance • Reach out to/follow up with families in a timely manner • Sacrament Preparation-First Reconciliation/First Eucharist • Update parish database and First Communion Register • Participates in and attends parish staff meetings • Faith Formation budget prep • Respond to other ministries as needed • Parish Compliance Officer-VIRTUS • Catholic Relief Services - Operation Rice Bowl Coordinator • Children's Liturgy of the Word Coordinator • Respond to and support the pastor as needed - ie, special projects, committees
Qualifications: • Be a practicing Catholic in good standing • Bachelor's degree or Religious Studies' certification • Excellent written, oral, and teaching skills • Excellent organizational skills • Excellent interpersonal skills for engaging with clergy, parish staff, parents, students, and ministries • Proficient in computer skills including website content, parish database, and Microsoft Outlook • Ability to work independently to organize and arrange priorities • Ability to schedule and produce work in a timely manner • Ability to take initiative and be self-motivated • High level of discretion and integrity • Ability to work as a team and take direction when provided
