Religious Education Director

Code: 21-2021.00

Also known as: Adult Ministries Director, Children's Ministries Director, Christian Education Director, Religious Education Coordinator, Religious Education Director, Senior Adults Director, Student Ministries Director, Women's Ministry Director, Youth Director, Youth Ministry Director

Description: Religious Education Directors coordinate and plan programs that promote the beliefs, values education of a denominational group.Religious Education Directors typically have a Bachelor's degree. Depending on the job, an employer may prefer a candidate with a Master's degree in social work, business administration or a related degree. This is especially true in organizations where the Director also offers marital, family or health counseling. Some organizations may not require postsecondary education. However, on average, these jobs pay less than those that do.