(08/13/2025)
St. Ignatius of Antioch Roman Catholic Church & Early Childhood Center
Tarpon Springs
Hiring: Director of Youth Ministry at St. Ignatius of Antioch Catholic Church – Tarpon Springs, FL. We are seeking someone to inspire and lead parish youth (grades 9-12) to grow in faith and discipleship.
Responsibilities:
- Plan weekly youth gatherings & retreats
- Lead sacramental prep (including Confirmation)
- Organize parish participation in national youth events & retreats 2-4 per year
- Collaborate with parish staff & volunteers
- Use social media & modern tools to engage youth
- Ability to build relationships with the teens as well as adults to expand the Core leadership team
- Lead the teens in Sunday evening worship and lesson afterwards
- Follow the Diocese requirements for assessing religious knowledge for those in sacramental classes
- Collaborate with Faith Formation and the Parish office team including monthly staff meeting and parish events
- Manage and implement Safe Environment guidelines for teens and adults
Qualifications:
- Practicing Catholic in good standing
- Knowledge and experience/ involvement with the Life Teen program * especially organizing retreats and teen activities
- Strong leadership & communication skills
- Bachelor’s degree
- Life Teen Youth Ministry preferred
- Candidate must be able to pass a Level II (FBI) criminal history screening and attend Safe Environment Training.
To apply: please email resume to: MBerberich@ignatius.net or call 727-937-4050 Ext. 203