Director of School Ministry

Director of School Ministry Archdiocese of Philadelphia - 3.6 Philadelphia, PA Job Details Full-time 10 hours ago Qualifications School experience Religious Studies Faculty collaboration Staff scheduling Bachelor's degree in theology Team scheduling Working with high schoolers Student social support Social media platforms Pastoral counseling Bachelor's degree Youth engagement in pastoral work Educational program scheduling Musical liturgical knowledge Theology Budget management in education Productivity software Practicing budget management in an educational setting School staff supervision Senior level Student activities (student support initiatives) Bachelor's degree in religious studies Student life Teaching Spiritual well-being Student counseling support Full Job Description

DIRECTOR OF SCHOOL MINISTRY

Roman Catholic High School 301 N. Broad Street Philadelphia, Pa. 19107 Position Overview The Director of School Ministry oversees the School Ministry Program, which is the heart of the Archdiocesan Secondary Schools. In collaboration with the school administration, the Director of School Ministry provides liturgical experiences, which are excellent; faith formation opportunities which foster intentional discipleship; and retreats which bring students and faculty into a one-on-one encounter with Jesus Christ. The Director of School Ministry is also a teaching member of the Theology Department. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

LITURGY, WORSHIP, AND PRAYER

? Plan, coordinate and execute class/school liturgies, schedule daily masses and intentions. ? Schedule and supervise student sacristans and liturgical ministers. ? Coordinate liturgical music for all liturgies and compose and publish worship resources. ? Oversee sacristy and liturgical needs. ? Schedule and coordinate Penance Services for the school community.

RETREATS

? Collaborate, plan, execute, and evaluate dynamic, engaging, and meaningful student and faculty retreats.

FAITH FORMATION AND CHRISTIAN SERVICE

? Collaborate with administration to provide an overall faith formation plan and vibrant school Christian service program. ? Promote a culture of vocational awareness, particularly to priesthood and religious life.

ADMINISTRATIVE DUTIES

Create the master school ministry calendar for spiritual life during the school year. Oversee and manage school ministry budget. Attend administration and staff meetings. Promote and support student life and school activities per the administration's directives. Scheduling and steering meetings of adult and student campus ministry teams. Providing pastoral counseling to students and staff and collaborating with the guidance department and administration on the spiritual health and well-being of the school community. Participating in meetings/workshops sponsored by the Office of Catechetical Formation for School Ministry.

QUALIFICATIONS

Must be a practicing Catholic, willing to uphold Catholic moral teaching and leading a life consistent with the Catholic Faith. Bachelor's degree in Theology or Religious Studies from a Catholic college or university. Previous experience in secondary education, campus ministry, youth ministry or parish life preferred. Proficient in Microsoft Office, email and social media preferred. Interested parties should send cover letter, resume, list of references and salary requirements electronically to Mr. Brendan D. Towell, Director of Spirituality & Mission for Secondary Schools and Schools of Special Education

DSM - RC - 2026

in subject line. Deadline for application is July 15, 2026. PA required clearances and Safe Environment certifications and official transcripts will be required before employment can begin. Interviews will be given to the most qualified applicants. Applicants must provide a letter of recommendation from the pastor of the parish in which the applicant is registered.