Coordinator of Religious Education, Toddler - Grade 5 (PT), St. Mary of the Assumption, Brookline, MA

St. Mary of the Assumption Parish is a vibrant Catholic community serving families, students, and professionals in Brookline and Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts. We seek a practicing Catholic to lead Faith Formation for toddler through grade 5 and support sacramental preparation for children and families. Primary ResponsibilitiesDevelop K-5 curricula rooted in Scripture, Church teaching, liturgy, devotions, prayer, and the lives of the saints.Oversee our toddler program, Catechesis of the Good Shepherd, including recruiting catechists, volunteer training and program coordination.Prepare children of catechetical age (7+) for the reception of Baptism, Confirmation andEucharist through the process of OCIA (Order of Christian Initiation of Adults).Recruit and train volunteer catechists in teaching methods and classroom management.Design and manage a 20-week Sunday program aligned with parish and school calendars.Coordinate facilities and scheduling with pastor, parish staff and the elementary school principal.Collaborate with the Coordinator of Religious Education for grades 6-12 on appropriate projects and shared events, such as training for catechists, as well as catechist appreciation events.Provide regular communication to the pastor, parents, and parish communityMaintain parish presence through website updates, weekly email newsletters, bulletin notes, and social media.Host registration events, parent meetings, and catechist gatherings.Collaborate with the Archdiocesan Office of Lifelong Faith Formation and Child Advocacy Office.Coordinate and attend First Confession and First Communion, , including retreats and receptions. Coordinate Volunteers and parents to provide hospitality at receptions.Provide adult faith-formation opportunities for parents 4 times a year.Maintain sacramental records and family contact information.Ensure all volunteers have completed Protecting God's Children Training and annual CORI requirements.Order and manage all program materials and supplies. Minimum QualificationsPracticing Catholic committed to Church teachingBachelor's degreeExperience teaching Faith Formation or in a classroom settingStrong communication, leadership, and interpersonal skill Please Email Resume and Cover Letter to Bert Almeida at balmeida@stmarybrookline.com