Salary Breakdown
Directors, Religious Activities and Education
Average
$47,410
ANNUAL
$22.79
HOURLY
Entry Level
$23,040
ANNUAL
$11.08
HOURLY
Mid Level
$45,690
ANNUAL
$21.96
HOURLY
Expert Level
$76,670
ANNUAL
$36.86
HOURLY
Projected Jobs
Directors, Religious Activities and Education
3,980
Projected job openings through 2030
Sample Career Roadmap
Directors, Religious Activities and Education
Supporting Programs
Directors, Religious Activities and Education
Top Expected Tasks
Directors, Religious Activities and Education
01
Identify and recruit potential volunteer workers.
02
Develop or direct study courses or religious education programs within congregations.
03
Publicize programs through sources, such as newsletters, bulletins, or mailings.
04
Train and supervise religious education instructional staff.
05
Select appropriate curricula or class structures for educational programs.
06
Collaborate with other ministry members to establish goals and objectives for religious education programs or to develop ways to encourage program participation.
07
Implement program plans by ordering needed materials, scheduling speakers, reserving space, or handling other administrative details.
08
Counsel individuals regarding interpersonal, health, financial, or religious problems.
09
Confer with clergy members, congregational officials, or congregational organizations to encourage support of or participation in religious education activities.
10
Schedule special events, such as camps, conferences, meetings, seminars, or retreats.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Directors, Religious Activities and Education
Common knowledge, skills & abilities needed to get a foot in the door.
KNOWLEDGE
Philosophy and Theology
KNOWLEDGE
Customer and Personal Service
KNOWLEDGE
Education and Training
KNOWLEDGE
English Language
KNOWLEDGE
Administration and Management
SKILL
Social Perceptiveness
SKILL
Speaking
SKILL
Active Listening
SKILL
Reading Comprehension
SKILL
Coordination
ABILITY
Oral Comprehension
ABILITY
Oral Expression
ABILITY
Written Comprehension
ABILITY
Speech Clarity
ABILITY
Speech Recognition
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