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As of Jun 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for catholic chaplain in the United States is $63,587.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $48,500.00 and $80,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as a Catholic Chaplain, you need a background in theology or pastoral studies, endorsement from Church authorities, and relevant chaplaincy experience. Certification from professional chaplain organizations and familiarity with electronic documentation systems are often required. Exceptional interpersonal skills, cultural sensitivity, and emotional resilience help chaplains provide compassionate spiritual care in diverse settings. These abilities are vital for supporting individuals’ spiritual needs and fostering a comforting environment in hospitals, schools, prisons, or military facilities.

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A Catholic Chaplain's daily activities often include conducting religious services, offering sacraments, providing spiritual counseling, and supporting individuals and families facing crisis or grief. They regularly collaborate with healthcare teams, social workers, or administrators to address the spiritual and emotional needs of those they serve. Chaplains may also facilitate ethics consultations, organize prayer groups, and ensure that religious rituals and requirements are met. The role involves a balance of scheduled sacramental duties and on-call availability to respond to urgent spiritual needs.

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A Catholic Chaplain is a clergy member or lay minister who provides spiritual care and support in institutions such as hospitals, prisons, military units, and schools. They offer pastoral counseling, lead religious services, administer sacraments, and provide guidance based on Catholic teachings. Their role is to support individuals in times of crisis, illness, or personal struggles while fostering a sense of faith and community.

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Local Only! Need Catholic Education Coordinator

Local Only! Need Catholic Education Coordinator

360 IT Professionals

Ellsworth Air Force Base, SD • On-site

Full-time

Posted 13 days ago


Job description

Company Description

This is Priya Sharma from 360 IT Professionals Inc. and we are Staffing Specialist working directly with all US States and Local and Commercial clients. We are known for our IT Services, Mobile development, Web development and Cloud computing and working with clients to deliver high-performance results.

Job Description

Education and Experience Requirement: The Catholic Religious Education Coordinator shall provide a resume showing a minimum of two years' experience and a minimum of two references related to their work and experience in the following areas:

Working or volunteering in a Catholic church/school environment.

Leading a Catholic religious education program or similar position.

Teaching Catholic church programs (e.g., Religious Education / Confraternity of Christian Doctrine, aka CCD, & RCIA).

Master Catechist Certificate (level 2) or be working towards one, from Archdiocese for the Military Services, USA.

Have an earned Bachelor's Degree

Qualifications

Religious Education Coordinator Responsibilities:

Coordinate a program of Catholic religious education with Catholic Chaplain (or priest, or designee; here and throughout this document) in accordance with the guidelines set forth by the Archdiocese for the Military Services, USA. The program must meet the needs of a Catholic community using approved curriculum and programs.

Organize classes; recruit volunteer teachers, substitutes, and other necessary staff; initiates background checks process with Chapel Staff and coordinates approval in accordance with Department of Defense Instruction 1402.05.

Coordinate with Chapel Security Manager for all volunteers working with minors to ensure the local operating instruction and Air Force Instruction 52-101 are properly adhered to.

Seek written approval from Wing Chaplain prior to posting any religious materials or pamphlets in any chapel or base facilities.

Stock and maintain Catholic RE supplies in chapel classrooms. Ensure classroom environment is appropriate as directed by the Wing Chaplain, Air Force regulations and local policy.

Coordinate with Chapel Staff to ensure proper scheduling of all Catholic RE events to preserve adequate space and time allotments for Catholic RE events/programs. Advise chapel staff on changes in requirements.

Train teachers and substitutes on teaching requirements and safety protocols. Provide workshops for volunteers as required by the Wing Chaplain.

Provide orientation for new volunteer staff members in facilities, funding, religious education policies, and available resources. Introduce volunteer staff to NCOIC, Chapel Operations and Wing Chaplain upon initiation of background investigation.

Maintain a professional working environment. Report any malicious activity, misconduct or unlawful acts to the Wing Chaplain and necessary base agencies.

In consultation with the Catholic Chaplain, develop and submit an FY calendar of events and a list of religious education curriculum to the Wing Chaplain as required.

Be present in each class and children's church at least once a month or as requested by volunteer teachers. Verify, document, and enforce use of background check badges for all volunteers working with minors.

Must ensure teacher(s) is/are prepared and ready to teach all RE classes coordinated with Catholic Chaplain. Ensure background check badges are signed out and maintained by Catholic RE volunteers.

Upon start of the contract term, meet with NCOIC, Chapel Operations to receive facility orientation and issuance of facility keys. Upon end of contract term, return all issued keys and equipment.

Do not remove any equipment or chapel furnishings from chapel facilities without consent from the Wing Chaplain.

Serve as the advisor to the Wing Chaplain and NCOIC, Chapel Operations as the subject matter expert on Catholic Religious Education requirements and curriculum.

Coordinate and execute volunteer appreciation function for Catholic RE volunteers annually or as required by the Wing Chaplain.

Ensure classes and events are set up properly before close of business on the last duty day before the event/program. Report any requirements or requests to successfully launch the event/program before COB on the last duty day before the scheduled activity. Upon event completion, ensure the facility is cleaned up, trash has been taken out, all lights and equipment has been turned off and facilities are locked and secure.

Ensure set-up and tear down of facility is thoroughly completed (i.e., returning tables and chairs to original location, storing TV's in their secure locations). Ensure books and materials are properly stored and classrooms are free of loose materials and debris after use. Coordinator may recruit volunteers from congregation to perform set-up and tear down tasks.

Coordinate with the Protestant RE Coordinator on any ecumenical Chapel program outreach events as required by the Wing Chaplain

Plan and coordinate a summer curriculum for Catholic Youth Religious Education (i.e. a type of Vacation Bible School or coordination with Rapid City Parish hosted summer event).

Schedule and organize Vacation Bible School in consultation with the Catholic Chaplain, or designee. Recruit volunteer teachers and staff, and create funds requests in order to obtain the appropriate materials when such a program is deemed necessary by the Catholic Advisory Council.

Project the required amount of RE and Vacation Bible School curriculum material and submit a timely funds request to the Catholic Chaplain.

Comply with all laws and requirements at the Federal, State, and Local level, to include Air Force Instructions and policies.

Ensure Religious Education workers are trained and comply with safety requirements and procedures.

Plan volunteer recognition events and consider ways to honor the volunteer staff throughout the year.

Project the required amount of RE and Vacation Bible School curriculum material and submit a timely funds request to the Catholic Chaplain or designee.

Keep a record of participants and volunteers on staff. Submit a list of volunteers to Catholic Chaplain every month.

Attend monthly pastoral council meetings.

Attend all Chapel staff meetings as required by the Wing Chaplain.

Participate in at least one continuing education or professional development event each year, when possible for Chapel to fund registration fees.\

Pay any Social Security payments, Federal or Local Income Taxes, and State Unemployment Insurance premiums for him/herself, as well as any individual employed or subcontracted by them to provide services under this agreement.

Perform the services described above or coordinate performance by a substitute of equal or higher proficiency who has been approved in advance by the Wing Chaplain. Submit the names and qualifications of proposed subcontractors to the Wing Chaplain for approval at least 14 days prior to the proposed absence. Subcontractors must meet the requirements for the position as outlined in this Statement of Work (SOW). The Coordinator is responsible for payment of substitute.

Additional Information

Kindly share your resume to  priya.sharma@_360itpro.com or call me on 510-254-33-00 Ext. 130