COORDINATOR OF MIDDLE SCHOOL MINISTRY
Position Type: Full Time 40 hours/week
Start date: July 1, 2023
Department : Evangelization (Reports to Director of Youth Ministry)

The Coordinator of Middle School Ministry develops and implements the process of evangelization and formation for middle and high school students, with an emphasis on Middle School Formation within the parish. This role will include overseeing and coordinating the preparation for the sacrament of confirmation. This is a dynamic position that St. James believes will play a crucial role in helping our parishioners to be disciples of Christ and make disciples of Christ.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coordinate EDGE Program for the 6th-8th grade including selection of materials, recruitment and training of group leaders and confirmation leaders (Core Team)
• Coordinate curriculum calendar including social nights, retreat, mission trip, and confirmation rehearsal and Confirmation Mass
• Manage Confirmation program according to Diocesan Guidelines, EDGE and Purpose Models and Evangelization Team Vision and Strategy
• Work closely with the EvangelizationTeam to help facilitate an integrated, organized and comprehensive Faith Formation Program.
• Recruits, trains, supervises and evaluates volunteer Faith Formation personnel through recruitment of team catechists and volunteers, aiding in catechist goal-setting, and modeling best teaching practices.
• Within the guidelines set by Diocesan Office of Child and Youth Protection, develop appropriate relationships with students with the focus of leading them closer to Christ through the example of discipleship.
• Attend activities off church property such as sporting events, plays, musicals and award ceremonies, as able to do so.
• Working closely with the team’s administrative assistant, manages communication, including website, social media and bulletin content with other staff members, parents, EDGE
• Reports to and works closely with Director of Youth Minstry to continue the process of evangelization and formation for high school students participating in Life Teen Program activities.
• Maintains a presence at St. James School building relationships with students, faculty, and staff
• Manages annual budget for Middle School Ministry and Confirmation.
• Attend all pertinent Archdiocesan/Vicariate meetings and St. James Staff Meetings

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelors Degree required; Major in theology, education, pastoral studies, or youth ministry preferred
• 3 – 5 years of experience in education, administration, management, evangelization, training and equipping
• Proven success in creating and implementing programs
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrates ability to handle confidential and sensitive information
• Comfortable working and collaborating within a team in a fast-paced office environment
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel, web content management, social media (e.g., Facebook, Twitter and Instagram).
• Practicing Catholic who fully adheres to and models the Church’s teachings in faith and morals (Cf., “Code of Ethics for Catechetical Leaders,” National Certification Standards for Lay Ecclesial Ministers. 2003. p. xxv.)
• Registered with the Protecting God’s Children/Virtus program.
• Must be available for evening/weekend work.