Director of School Ministry
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Director of School Ministry
Archbishop Carroll High School
211 Matsonford Rd.
Radnor, PA 19087
This is a 10 MONTH Full-Time position.
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, faith formation opportunities and retreats which foster intentional discipleship for students and faculty.
The Director of School Ministry is also a teaching member of the Theology Department. This person’s direct supervisor is the principal and supports the Priest Chaplin oversight of the Eucharist and other Liturgical Celebrations connected to the School’s ministry.
RESPONSIBILITIES include but are not limited to:
- Coordinates and schedules weekday Mass schedule and intentions
- Coordinates Kairos retreats, class retreats, and faculty retreats (reservations, busing, paperwork, scheduling speakers, training student leaders, etc.)
- Composes and publishes worship aids, booklets, handouts, etc. for liturgies, para- liturgical services, retreats, and assemblies.
- Promotes campus ministry activities, especially through effective use of social media and other electronic communication.
- Schedules student and adult ministers (i.e. lectors, altar servers, extraordinary ministers of Holy Communion, etc.) for school liturgies and ensures that they are practiced and prepared.
- Collaborates with the Chorus Director to plan music for school liturgies.
- Arranges liturgical furnishings in the auditorium whenever school liturgies are celebrated.
- Schedules local priests to assist with School Confessions in Advent, and Lent.
- Works with the Assistant Principal for Student Affairs to plan activities for Catholic Schools Week
- Creates a plan for daily prayers in the morning.
- Collaborates with the Priest Chaplain to ensure that the Chapel and all liturgical vessels and vestments are maintained and cleaned regularly.
- Collaborates with the Priest Chaplain to make weekly Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament available during the school day.
- Orders necessary supplies for school liturgies (i.e. hosts, candles, altar wine)
- Ensures compliance with school policies, regulations, and objectives.
- Teaches (2) sections of Theology:
- Prepare and deliver engaging and structured lectures/lessons to students.
- Follow the curriculum framework designated by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops
- Collaborate with other department members to create course lesson plans and materials.
- Develop in each student an understanding of the Catholic Faith
- Adapt materials and methods to develop assignments and lesson plans that guide and challenge students.
- Ensures compliance with school and department policies, regulations and objectives.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree in theology, religious studies or an acceptable equivalent from a Catholic college or university
- Previous experience in secondary education, campus ministry, youth ministry, or parish life.
- Must be a practicing Catholic, willing to uphold Catholic moral teaching and leading a life consistent with the Catholic Faith
- Proficient with Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.), email, and social media (Facebook, Twitter) preferred.
Interested parties should send cover letter, resume, list of references and salary requirements, electronically to Kathleen Pfeffer, Associate Director, Office for Faith Formation with Youth and Young Adults at kpfeffer@archphila.org
Applicants must be practicing Catholics as verified by the pastor of the parish in which the applicant is registered.
This is a 10-month position.
Please note DSM - 2024 in the subject line. Deadline for application is July 8, 2024
PA required clearances and Safe Environment certifications and official transcripts will be required before employment can begin.
Interviews will be granted to the most qualified applicants.
As a religious organization, the Archdiocese of Philadelphia is also bound by Canon Law and Catholic teachings. For this reason, there may be occasions when an employee’s failure to adhere to the truths of the Catholic faith are a factor in employment-related decisions. In the event an employee fails to adhere to, or takes a position publicly
that is contrary to, Catholic doctrine and teachings, or any policy or procedure maintained by the Archdiocese, the employee may be subject to disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.
Employment practices will not be influenced by an individual’s legally protected status or any other basis as may be required by local, state and/or federal law as those laws apply to the Archdiocese.
Any employee with questions or concerns about any type of discrimination in the workplace is encouraged to bring these issues to the attention of Human Resources. Employees can raise concerns and make reports without fear of reprisal. Anyone found to be engaging in any type of unlawful discrimination will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.
The Archdiocese of Philadelphia is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applications without regards to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact the Office of Catholic Education at 215-587-3700.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
In keeping with Church teachings on social justice, the Archdiocese of Philadelphia is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity. This policy governs all aspects of employment, including but not limited to hiring, job selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination, benefits and access to training.
As a religious organization, the Archdiocese of Philadelphia is also bound by Canon Law and Catholic teachings. For this reason, there may be occasions when an employee’s failure to adhere to the truths of the Catholic faith are a factor in employment-related decisions. In the event an employee fails to adhere to, or takes a position publicly that is contrary to, Catholic doctrine and teachings, or any policy or procedure maintained by the Archdiocese, the employee may be subject to disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.
Employment practices will not be influenced by an individual’s legally protected status or any other basis as may be required by local, state and/or federal law as those laws apply to the Archdiocese.
Any employee with questions or concerns about any type of discrimination in the workplace is encouraged to bring these issues to the attention of Human Resources. Employees can raise concerns and make reports without fear of reprisal. Anyone found to be engaging in any type
of unlawful discrimination will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment
Other details
- Pay Type Salary
- Archbishop Carroll High School, 211 Matsonford Road, Radnor , Pennsylvania, United States of America