Coordinator of Discipleship and Evangelization - Toronto, Canada - CIS Ontario

    CIS Ontario
    CIS Ontario Toronto, Canada

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    Coordinator of Discipleship and Evangelization

    De La Salle College is an independent, Roman Catholic, co-educational day school, founded in the teachings and traditions of St. John Baptist de La Salle. De La Salle continues to educate both young men and women from grades 5–12 in a truly Christian atmosphere. The College offers an advanced liberal arts curriculum, which is enhanced by a variety of enriched extracurricular programs enabling students to develop leadership skills, self-confidence, and a sense of social responsibility. Through innovative curriculum, liturgical services, athletic programs, extracurricular activities and community service, our graduates go on to be scholars at some of the finest universities across the country and around the world. Moreover, they are responsible citizens and patrons of service to others.

    Position Type: Full Time Salary, 12 Months of the year

    General Requirements :

  • University degree, college diploma or equivalent
  • Active in faith practice, passionate about evangelization and well-grounded in Catholic tradition
  • Theological training (certificate training, Theology of the Body training, conferences or courses) is an asset
  • Experience in youth ministry or young adult ministry is advantageous
  • The successful candidate will:

  • Promote the truths of the gospel, so that students, parents and staff are equipped to become intentional disciples of Christ
  • Promote the active participation of the life of the Church on campus.
  • The general duties for the Coordinator of Discipleship and Evangelization include the following:

  • Organize and implement the school's retreat programme for students
  • Organize staff formation opportunities and staff retreats
  • Oversee the school's community service programme
  • Organize and participate in service opportunities both locally and abroad
  • Chair the Liturgical Committee
  • Organize staff and student prayer groups
  • Counsel students who have questions about their faith
  • Network with existing youth ministers in the Archdiocese to enhance opportunities, experiences, and resources
  • Organize Leadership retreats independently or in conjunction with other ministry groups
  • Implement vocation awareness sessions with senior students
  • Organize the annual Christmas Food Drive and clothing drive
  • Organize individual class and school-wide liturgies (Opening School, Thanksgiving, Advent, Ash Wednesday, Feast of St. La Salle, Graduation etc.)
  • Organize times throughout the school year for the sacrament of reconciliation
  • Participate in and promote Lasallian staff formation opportunities offered through DENA
  • Act as the staff leader for the Lasallian Youth Team
  • Make known to the community the essential elements of the Lasallian tradition
  • Oversee the morning prayer/reflection schedule
  • Act as a resource person for all teachers and provide faith-based resources for classroom use in all subjects (Attend Department meetings and take minutes)
  • Contribute regularly to the school's bi-weekly newsletter
  • Present and organize parent formation opportunities through the Parent's Association
  • Execute other duties and/or responsibilities requested by the Administration consistent with the objectives of the College
  • Additional Information

    Candidates must provide:

  • Cover Letter
  • Resume
  • If available, a current pastoral reference
  • Copy of Certificate of Qualifications
  • The College invites qualified individuals to apply at the earliest to .

    De La Salle College offers a positive working environment with a competitive salary and benefits package, including the Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan when applicable. All employees of De La Salle College must be able to provide a Vulnerable Sector Screening Report.

    We thank all candidates for their interest. We regret that only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls or agencies please.