St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Parish in College Station, Texas is seeking a Coordinator of Middle School Ministry. The person in this position coordinates the Intermediate School Ministry (5th & 6th grade) and Middle School Ministry (7th and 8th grade) programs. This position serves as a member of the Faith Formation team, under the supervision of the Director of Formation, and also assists in other aspects of formation at the parish.

The Coordinator of Middle School Ministry, under the supervision of the Faith Formation Director and within the framework of the entire youth ministry program at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, is responsible for all aspects of the Intermediates School Ministry (ISM) and Middle School Ministry (MSM) which includes the planning and implementation of all weekly programs and special events. Responsibilities include regular communication with parents along with the recruitment and development of volunteer Core Teams for each ministry. The Coordinator of Middle School Ministry also works as part of the faith formation team, assisting in sacrament preparation for children and youth as needed and with high school ministry special events. The person in this position is required to maintain a flexible work schedule that will include multiple evenings per week, weekends, and special occasions.

This is a full-time position that requires 40 hours of work a week, mostly evenings and weekends.

The ideal candidate will have attained a bachelor’s degree from an accredited American college or university or equivalent in a foreign country with some coursework in education, theology, or a related field, and have three (3) years or more experience in a parish. English language skills are required for this position, and candidates must be a practicing Catholic in good standing with a solid understanding of theology and the Deposit of Faith.

Must maintain compliance with the Diocese of Austin Ethics and Integrity in Ministry (EIM) policies throughout the employment period.

Ministerial Character

The Pastor is the visible principle and foundation of unity in the parish (St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church – College Station, Texas) which the Bishop has entrusted to him. He makes Christ’s mission present and enduring in the parish. In order to fulfill his mission, the Pastor employs suitable, chosen collaborators (clerics, religious, or lay people). He shares with them his mission and entrusts various responsibilities to them.

Positions employed in St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church – College Station, Texas help to extend the ministry of the Pastor in particular ways as outlined in the job description. Therefore, the employee in this position is closely connected to and assists the Pastor in the performance of his ministry and thereby engages in ministry for the Church.