Financial Educator for Youth - SUMMER IMMEDIATE HIRE

Captivate Perspective Corporation; Washington; On-site; USD 48,216 - 52,348; Part time

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Job summary

Captivate Perspective Corporation is seeking a Financial Educator to provide financial literacy education to youth participants aged 18-24. This role involves designing and delivering engaging workshops that equip young people with essential skills for financial decision-making.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and a minimum of two years of experience in similar instructional roles. The position offers a compensation of $35.00 - $38.00 per hour and requires a commitment to equity and cultural responsiveness.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of experience in financial literacy instruction, youth education, workforce development, or financial services.
• Demonstrated ability to teach financial concepts in accessible ways for youth.
• Strong interpersonal skills to connect with diverse young people.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging financial literacy workshops for youth aged 18-24.
• Adapt curriculum to cultural backgrounds and financial experiences.
• Maintain accurate attendance records and monitor participant engagement.

Skills

Financial literacy instruction

Youth education

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Future Opening: Financial Educator for Youth - SUMMER IMMEDIATE HIRE

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Overview

Captivate Perspectives Corporation, a Washington, DC-based professional development and workforce training organization, is seeking a dynamic and knowledgeable Financial Educator to support youth ages 18-24. The Financial Educator will deliver an engaging, standards-aligned financial literacy education to youth participants.

The Financial Educator will design and deliver interactive, culturally responsive financial literacy workshops and lessons that equip young people with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to make informed financial decisions. This position plays a critical role in helping participants understand budgeting, banking, saving, investing, credit, entrepreneurship, and the foundations of building long-term wealth.

Key Responsibilities

Instruction and Curriculum Delivery

• Plan and deliver high-quality, engaging financial literacy lessons for youth participants in a workshop or classroom-style setting.
• Adapt curriculum content to meet the learning needs, cultural backgrounds, and financial experiences of diverse youth audiences.
• Incorporate interactive activities, real-world scenarios, games, and technology-based tools to reinforce financial concepts.
• Cover core financial literacy topics including budgeting, banking, saving, credit, debt management, investing, entrepreneurship, and career earnings.
• Connect financial concepts to participants' experience, including paycheck literacy, taxes, and direct deposit.

Program Support and Administration

• Maintain accurate attendance records and submit required documentation to program administration on time.
• Monitor participant engagement and learning progress; adjust instructional strategies as needed.
• Collaborate with Captivate program staff to ensure alignment between financial education and broader program goals.
• Participate in pre-program orientation, staff meetings, and required training sessions.
• Assist with pre- and post-assessments to measure participant knowledge growth.

Professional Conduct and Community Engagement

• Model professional behavior and serve as a positive role model for youth participants.
• Build trusting, respectful relationships with youth that encourage open dialogue about money and financial futures.
• Communicate effectively with program coordinators, site supervisors, and partner organizations.
• Represent Captivate Perspectives Corporation with professionalism at all program sites and events.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in financial literacy instruction, youth education, workforce development, or financial services.
• Demonstrated ability to teach or present financial concepts in clear, accessible, and engaging ways for youth audiences.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to connect with young people from diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule aligned to program operations, including daytime hours during the program period.
• Commitment to equity, cultural responsiveness, and the transformative power of financial education.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with youth in DC public schools, summer employment programs, or community-based organizations.
• Familiarity with the MBSYEP program structure or DC youth workforce development landscape.
• Knowledge of culturally responsive and trauma-informed teaching practices.
• Experience using digital tools, financial apps, or simulation-based platforms in instruction.

Compensation: $35.00 - $38.00 per hour

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.