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Director of School Ministry, Catholic High School

Onsite · Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Posted August 12, 2026
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Overview

You will own the School Ministry Program at West Catholic Preparatory High School, a century-old urban Catholic school serving 400+ diverse students. You will report to the Principal and collaborate with the Director of Spirituality & Mission to deliver liturgies, retreats, and service programs. You will also teach Theology courses as a member of the department. This role combines pastoral leadership with hands-on program execution, requiring a practicing Catholic who can inspire students and faculty through intentional discipleship.

What You'll Do8

  • 1Plan and execute class and school liturgies, schedule weekly masses, and coordinate Penance Services for the school community.
  • 2Schedule and supervise student sacristans and liturgical ministers, and coordinate liturgical music and worship resources.
  • 3Design and lead dynamic student and faculty retreats that foster encounters with Jesus Christ.
  • 4Identify and organize service opportunities for students and faculty, promoting a culture of vocational awareness to priesthood and religious life.
  • 5Create the master school ministry calendar and manage the ministry budget, ensuring alignment with the academic year.
  • 6Attend administration and staff meetings, and provide pastoral counseling to students and staff in collaboration with the guidance department.
  • 7Steer adult and student campus ministry teams, scheduling meetings and supporting their initiatives.
  • 8Participate in workshops and meetings sponsored by the Office of Catechetical Formation for School Ministry.

Requirements6

  • 1Must be a practicing Catholic, verified by the pastor of your registered parish, and uphold Catholic moral teaching.
  • 2Bachelor's degree in Theology or Religious Studies from a Catholic college or university.
  • 3Experience in secondary education, campus ministry, youth ministry, or parish life preferred.
  • 4Proficient in Microsoft Office, email, and social media.
  • 5Must obtain PA clearances and Safe Environment Certification before employment.
  • 6Official transcripts required prior to start.

Salary Insight

Salary not disclosed in listing

Location

Typeonsite
LocationPhiladelphia, Pennsylvania

Required Skills

Liturgical planningRetreat coordinationFaith formationBudget managementMicrosoft Office
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