Campus Minister for School (EX)(2026-2027)-St. Mary's School, Annapolis MD

St. Mary’s Elementary School, located inAnnapolis, Maryland, is seeking afull-time Campus Minister for the2026-2027 academic school year.

Under the supervision of the Principal, the Campus Minister helps foster an environment that encourages and guides all members of the school community in contributing to the Catholic identity of the school and the development of a faith-filled community that responds to the spiritual needs of students, faculty, staff, and parents.

In collaboration with the administration, the Campus Minister plays a vital role in cultivating a campus culture rich in spiritual growth, prayer, discipleship, sacramental life, social justice, and servant leadership. This individual will help provide opportunities for members of the school community to deepen their faith and strengthen their relationship with Christ while supporting the mission and values of Catholic education.

Essential Functions:

• Cultivate and maintain visible, proactive collaboration and communication with students, staff, faculty, and pastoral staff.
• Foster the development of a mature Christian conscience within members of the school community through conversation, group formation, and scheduled programs.
• Oversee and develop the school's service program, Saints in Action, for the school community.
• Create, coordinate, plan, and lead a variety of spiritual exercises and experiences to support the spiritual development of students and faculty.
• Plan and implement a comprehensive retreat program for middle school students in grades 6, 7, and 8 in coordination with middle school teachers.
• Plan all grade-level prayer services and Masses in collaboration with the teaching team, selecting readings and reflections that align with the themes of the prayer services and Masses.
• Plan all schoolwide Masses and rosaries. Collaborate with the high school Campus Minister on joint Masses and celebrations.
• Plan the campus ministry calendar and coordinate all arrangements, appointments, and logistics for prayer services, Masses, and retreats, including the development and supervision of teacher involvement and follow-up activities.
• Maintain all Campus Ministry communication platforms, including editing and providing information for the weekly newsletter, church bulletin, and school communications.
• Create and nurture a supportive environment where students can enjoy fellowship while living out their faith.
• Facilitate altar server training sessions.
• Coordinate service opportunities for students in grades 6 through 8.
• Support the music ministry, choir, and band in their participation in weekly Masses.
• Support middle school religion classroom instruction.
• Supervise study hall, lunch, and recess periods as assigned.
• Create cross-grade-level faith formation experiences.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Principal.

Position Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree required
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Theology or a related field preferred
• Experience in Youth Ministry preferred
• State certification preferred
• Service-oriented experience helpful

Pay Range:  $35,000, Annualized

Benefits:

We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package with this position, including health, dental, and vision coverage; employer-paid life and disability insurance; automatic enrollment in the 403(b) plan and employer contribution (whether or not the employee contributes); and generous paid holiday, sick and vacation leave. Please click on the link below for more detailed information:

https://www.archbalt.org/human-resources/employee-benefits/employee-benefits/