Catechist

26 August 2026
100%
Permanent position
Unterland

Job summary

Join the Reformierte Kirche Regensberg, a vibrant community! Enjoy a supportive work environment with flexible hours.

Tasks

Lead engaging religious education for children in grades 1-4.
Collaborate with local schools and organize family services.
Facilitate camps and maintain communication with parents.

Skills

Must have or pursue a religious education qualification.
Passion for working with children and families.
Strong team player with independent working skills.

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About the job

Church community / Institution

Reformed Church Regensberg

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Workload

10–20%

Start date

School year 2027/28 or by arrangement

The Reformed Church Community of Regensberg is a lively and culturally diverse engaged community in the Zurich lowlands. Of the approximately 500 inhabitants, around 180 belong to our Reformed Church Community.

As a catechist, you will design the religious education lessons for children in grades 1 to 4 in an experiential and engaging way.

Your area of responsibility

Leading the Minichile 1st and 2nd grade
Leading Domino 3rd and 4th grade
Small classes, as it is a small Reformed church community
Collaboration with the primary and day school Regensberg
Collaboration with the JUKI leadership
Conducting four family services with all Untikindern together with the pastor, one of which is a children’s Christmas service
Organising and leading a camp weekend in May/June
Possibly assisting with and leading a regional weekend camp in February
Participation in the church convention, twice a year
Parent communication
Participation in the catechetics chapter and further training

Your profile

You are interested in the Christian faith
Your heart beats for children and families
You are sociable and enjoy working in a team
Independent and responsible working are your strengths
You are a trained catechist or willing to complete the training to become a catechist (religious education training of the cantonal church of the canton of Zurich)

We offer

Collaboration with a small, open-minded and experienced team
Employment conditions according to cantonal guidelines with contemporary social benefits
Diverse experiences in an innovative church environment
Opportunity for part-time religious education training
Flexible working hours

Do you enjoy teaching and creative design and would you like to offer children an exciting access to the Christian faith?