Directors and Coordinators of Education | Archdiocese of New York

Directors and Coordinators of Religious Education

The single most critical factor in an effective parish catechetical program is the leadership of a professionally trained parish catechetical leader. (NDC # 53)

Educational Requirements for a Director / Coordinator

The Director of Religious Education has a Master’s Degree in religious studies, religious education, theology or a related field from an Institution recognized by the Archdiocese of New York.
The Coordinator of Religious Education should have a bachelors’ degree in any field and must be certified through the Catechist Formation Program, Levels I and II.

Administrative Handbook for the Director / Coordinator (aka “Red Book”)

Part One: Program Administration and Coordination

Part One in its Entirety

By Section:

Program Administration and Coordination: Table of Contents

Total Parish Catechesis (TPC)

Authority Structures for the Catechetical Ministry (AS)

Coordination of Religious Education Program: Pre-School through Eighth Grade (Job Description) (JD)

Coordination of Sacrament Programs (SAC)

Family-Centered Catechesis (FAM)

Catechesis for Children and Youth with Disabilities (DIS)

Personnel Guidelines for Catechists and Other Staff Members (P)

Program Requirements (PR)

Emergencies and Crisis Management (E)

Administration for a Safe Environment (SE)

Part Two: Professional Development

Part Two in its Entirety

By Section:

Professional Development: Table of Contents

General Directory for Catechesis: Key Concepts (GD)

Profiles of Catechetical Leaders (PRO)

Professional Formation of Catechetical Leaders (PF)

Leadership Resources

All other resources for Directors/Coordinators of Religious Education can be found in the Resources Section.

For More Information Contact

Mr. Joe Long

Director of Ministry Formation
1011 First Avenue
New York, New York 10022
646.794.2849
Contact by Email

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