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St. Cecilia Parish in Fort Myers

Director of Religious Education

Pay: Not specified

Posted: 5 weeks ago

Location: Fort Myers, FL (Onsite)

Last Updated: 3 weeks ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/13/2026

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What they do

A Director of Religious Education directs educational programs and activities for a denominational group such as a church or synagogue. Coordinates the work of volunteer religious education teachers and plans classes and curriculum designed to introduce children and adults to the beliefs and practices of the congregation or denomination.

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Job Description

Director of Religious Education St. Cecilia Parish in Fort Myers Fort Myers, FL Job Details Full-time 1 day ago Qualifications Teaching religious studies

Full Job Description Title:

Director of Religious Education, Full-time (35 hrs./wk.) Reports to:

Pastor/Administrator Location:

St. Cecilia Parish |

Fort Myers, FL Classification:

Exempt/Salaried Overview:

The Director of Religious Education will plan, integrate, implement, oversee, and evaluate the religious education/faith formation of the total Parish community.

Job Responsibilities:

Direct and Administer catechetical programs: Faith Formation programs for toddlers through elementary school children (Family Faith Formation); and responsible for programs for youth and adults including seasonal faith formation events and Bible and book studies . Working with Pastor on short- and long-term goals. Assist the Pastor and Adult Faith formation coordinator in planning Parish short and long-term goals regarding religious education and evangelization. Prepare and administer the Religious Education operating budgets in accordance with budget policies. Collaborate and communicate with the Pastor and other Parish ministries on an on-going basis regarding scheduling and promotion of events. Maintain organized and updated files for religious education families and Sacramental preparation. Plan and direct the annual Vacation Bible school Develop plans and implement for the recruitment and training of catechists and volunteers. Schedule regular catechist and volunteer meetings to encourage the development of a catechetical faith community. Assist catechists and volunteers with their certification requirements. Meet the requirements of safe environment policies regarding Safe Environment Training for Youth. Oversee Youth Ministry. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

Must be a practicing Roman Catholic Masters Degree in Religious Education, Theology, or Catechetics and Evangelization Preferred 3-5 years Experience working in religious education/faith formation programs in a Parish setting Excellent organizational skills Excellent communications skills, both written and oral Ability to collaborate and maintain positive relationships with coworkers, families, and children is essential.