Catechetical Assistant - Part Time

Assist the Coordinator of Faith Formation with parish-wide adult and children's religious education programs, Order of Christian Initiation for Adults (OCIA), Rite of Christian Initiation for Children (RCIC), Advent and Lenten Activities, retreats, and Sacrament Preparation Programs (Eucharist, Confirmation & Reconciliation).  Assist as a substitute for classes as needed.  Provide computer, secretarial, and clerical support.

Duties and Responsibilities

The Catechetical Assistant will perform a wide variety of duties which require the exercise of judgment and discretion.

• Responsible for supporting the learning for Faith Formation families, as needed, in collaboration with the Coordinator and Catechists.
• Assist with facilitating registration for the new catechetical year for all children and adult education programs.
• Collaborate in supporting the Catechists and supporting program team members.
• Assist with extra activities such as:  Advent Activities, Christmas Social Events, Holy Day Events, End of the Year Activities, retreats and receptions for sacramental celebrations.
• Perform office duties such as typing/computer data input, respond to walk-ins,  phone, and/or email requests for catechetical programs and assist all programs and office volunteers.
• Provide materials and resources to the catechists as needed.
• Assist with program orientations, the registration process, program scheduling , organizing materials for catechists, sacrament preparation gatherings, and ceremonies.
• Assist with collecting all forms, baptismal records, sponsor forms, etc., for all sacraments.
• Coordinate hospitality needs for meetings and receptions.
• Other duties as required.

Job Requirements

• Must be bilingual - English and Spanish.  Ability to speak, read, and write both languages fluently.
• Working knowledge of general office procedures, including secretarial techniques, accurate record keeping, filing, and attention to detail.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft office software applications (Word, Excel, Access, Publisher, Outlook, etc.)
• Diocesan safe environment training approved.
• Ability to demonstrate exceptional customer service skills, professional courtesy and integrity, ability to communicate effectively with faith formation families.

Work Hours

Monday through Thursday - 4pm to 7pm

Saturday - 9am to 12pm

*Other hours as needed