Education & Career Readiness Coordinator

Rippling, Inc.; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Assistance Program

Company-paid Life and Short-Term Dis��

401(k) with employer match

Job summary

VisionQuest seeks an Education & Career Readiness Coordinator to centralize academic intervention, summer programming, and vocational curriculum development for youth served by the program. You will provide one-on-one and small-group tutoring and run an onsite summer school to strengthen learning and transitions to adulthood.

The role requires strong instructional skills, curriculum development ability, and a commitment to improving graduation and workforce readiness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in education, behavioral sciences, human services, or related field.
• Experience in educational, tutoring, or vocational training settings.

Responsibilities

• Centralize academic intervention, summer programming, and vocational curriculum development for youth.
• Provide one-on-one and small-group tutoring and implement structured onsite summer school.
• Design curricula to prepare youth for successful transitions into adulthood and workforce readiness.

Skills

Instructional skills

Curriculum development

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Office & Google Workspace

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Bachelor's degree in education, behavioral sciences, human services, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Job description

Education & Career Readiness Coordinator

Work That Matters. Support That Lasts.

At VisionQuest (VQ), we serve children, youth, and families during some of the most critical moments of their lives. Our teams help young people overcome challenges, build resilience, and move toward brighter futures.

VQ is a national child, youth, and family services organization providing residential programming, community-based services, and in-home support across the United States. We partner with state and federal agencies to deliver services where the need is greatest and to strengthen the communities we serve.

Every role at VQ contributes to meaningful impact. Whether working directly with youth or supporting the professionals who serve them, your work helps create opportunity and stability for the next generation.

Why build your career at VQ?

-Purpose-driven work
Every role contributes to helping children and families succeed.

-Fair and responsible compensation
We are committed to transparent and equitable pay practices.

-Career growth opportunities
Internal promotions and leadership development pathways.

-Professional leadership culture
Accountable, supportive leadership focused on long-term success.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company-paid Life and Short-Term Disability
• 401(k) with employer match

At VQ, we are building more than programs.
We are building careers that make a difference.

The Education & Career Readiness Coordinator is responsible for centralizing academic intervention, summer educational programming, and vocational curriculum development to provide year-round educational support to youth served by the program. This position provides one-on-one and small-group academic tutoring, develops and implements a structured onsite summer school program, and designs vocational and career readiness curricula to prepare youth for successful transitions into adulthood. The Education & Career Readiness Coordinator must demonstrate strong instructional skills, curriculum development ability, and a commitment to improving educational achievement, reducing learning loss, and increasing graduation and workforce readiness.

SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Strong instructional and curriculum development skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to listen actively.
• Organized with attention to detail.
• Commitment to professional development and proactive research.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong technical skills (Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, Google Drive) with the ability to learn new software and educational technology.
• Proficient in reading, interpreting, and applying ORR policies and procedures.
• Knowledgeable in classroom instruction, tutoring methods, and vocational/career readiness curriculum development.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree in education, behavioral sciences, human services, or a related field.
• Experience in an educational, tutoring, or vocational training setting.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish is preferred.
• Cleared tuberculosis test results.
• Must be able to pass a drug test.
• Must be able to provide proof of required vaccinations.
• Cleared background checks from appropriate entities, including Child Abuse and Neglect and FBI criminal background.
• Obtain and maintain CPR/First Aid and Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) certification.
• Must have a valid driver's license and be eligible to drive to facilitate program services as required.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• May lift and carry up to 10 pounds frequently, up to 20 pounds occasionally, up to 50 pounds infrequently.
• Performs tasks that may involve standing or walking 50% of the day; sitting 50% of the day.
• May bend, stoop, reach, and grasp as necessary.
• Must be able to provide First Aid and CPR.
• Must be able to perform physical holds as instructed in Crisis Prevention Intervention training (CPI).

The pay range for this role is:

24.46 - 24.46 USD per hour (888 Steven Rogers Village)