Director - PSR

Job Summary

This role requires an individual who is passionate about fostering a vibrant faith community and can balance administrative responsibilities with catechetical leadership.

Job Responsibilities

St. Vincent Parish School of Religion

•  Lead the PSR program (gr. 1-8), ensuring alignment with diocesan guidelines and Catholic teachings
•  Provide formation and guidance for the teachers/catechists
•  Recruit new teachers/catechists
•  Provide resources for teachers and student for their faith formation
•  Organize our Luke 18 Retreat
•  Provide a sacrament preparation for those who are catching up on Sacraments of Initiation

Sacraments of Initiation

•  Oversee the preparation of children for First Holy Communion, Reconciliation and Confirmation for the School, PSR and Home Schooled
•  Work with the music coordinator and pastor for the liturgy of those sacraments
•  Organize retreats for parents and student for Reconciliation, First Holy Communion and Confirmation
•  Work with the pastor about Sunday Liturgies for each of the three sacraments as parents, students and sponsors are present for those Masses

Liturgy of the Word for Children

•  Oversee the program which occurs on Sunday mornings at the 9 a.m Mass
•  Recruit volunteers to run the liturgies
•  Provide formation and resources for the volunteers

VBS (Vacation Bible School)

•  Plan the summer program
•  Recruit volunteers to assist in the program
•  Provide instruction and formation to the volunteers

Job Requirements

 Practicing Catholic with a deep understanding and commitment to the teachings of the Catholic Church and the mission of the parish.

•  Bachelor’s degree in theology, religious education, education administration, or related field (preferred).
•  Previous experience in religious education and/or parish ministry, with at least 3-5 years of experience in a leadership or administrative role.
•  Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and responsibilities simultaneously.
•  Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with staff, volunteers, parents, and parishioners.
•  Ability to lead and motivate teams, particularly volunteers and catechists.
•  Familiarity with building management and facility scheduling is a plus.
•  Knowledge of parish and diocesan structures and policies is preferred.
•  Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends as required for PSR and parish events.