Assistant Director of Formation for Children (Christ King and Saint Pius X Parishes, Milwaukee, WI)
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Assistant Director of Formation for Children (Christ King and Saint Pius X Parishes, Milwaukee, WI)

Under the supervision of the Director of Formation for children, responsible for executing programs and activities that facilitate Catholic formation for children from K3 to 5th grade in the general area of the parishes. Responsible for sacramental preparation and celebration of sacraments of Reconciliation and Eucharist for both public school children and children in parish school. Assist children and families seeking baptismal sacramental preparation at later ages (those who are not infants) and related special situations. The central formation method is Catechesis of the Good Shepherd (CGS).

 

Responsibilities:

  • Presence in Parish Atria:
    • Lead multiple CGS classes ranging from Levels 1 to 2 (Level 3 preferred).
    • Maintain records for children in these CGS classes.
    • Communicate with parents as appropriate.
    • Maintain atria in a state of readiness for other catechists.
  • Catechist & Assistant Recruitment and Formation:
    • Support catechist/assistant training provided throughout the year.
  • Parent Education & Volunteer Opportunities:
    • Assist with parent informational meetings.
    • Prepare meeting materials and set up for meetings as needed.
  • Atria Development and Materials:
    • Coordinate with catechist team to keep atrium supply closet organized and stocked.
  • Sacramental Preparation:
    • Parent Interest Meetings: assist with set up and coordination.
    • Sacrament meditation sessions: assist in planning and implementation.
    • Sacramental retreat: assist in planning and implementation.   
  • First Communion Celebrations: be present at liturgical celebrations.
  • Collaboration with pastoral staffs in other activities, support parish events through advertising and attendance when appropriate.
  • All other duties as requested.

Shared Parish Relationship: This role is responsible for the needs of Christ King and Saint Pius X Catholic Parishes in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin. For employment purposes, the individual is an employee of Christ King Parish and follows its employment policies.

Qualifications

  • College or post-graduate theological degree or relevant background.
  • Completion of Level 1 and Level 2 training in Catechesis of the Good Shepherd.
  • Must actively use technological tools available.
  • Practicing Catholic in good standing with the Catholic Church. This position's duties and requirements are ministerial and include participating in Mass, prayer, and leading others in prayer, as appropriate. These duties are central to our mission as a Catholic parish. The employee is expected to know and act consistently in accordance with the mission, policies, and tenets of the Catholic Church and the Code of Ethical Standards for Church Leaders. The employee is further expected to perform all duties and responsibilities with an overriding commitment to develop our Catholic faith community in accordance with the doctrines, laws, and norms of the Catholic Church.
  • Must comply with all Archdiocesan child protection training and procedures.
  • Must sign and adhere to the Archdiocesan Code of Ethical Standards.
  • Participate in continuing formation opportunities.

Compensation

Type
Annual
Notes

Additional Information

Start Date
2025-08-04
Location
Christ King - Wauwatosa (E20) ,  Christ King - Wauwatosa (E20)
Department
County
Milwaukee
Job Category
Parishes - Pastoral/Ministerial
Employment Type
Part Time
Notes
Part time.

To Apply

Instructions
Send application and relevant letters of interest to Andrea Koczela, Director of Formation for Children, koczelaa@christkingparish.org or 414-258-2604.
Contact Name
Andrea Koczela
Address
Phone
414-258-2604
Fax

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