Personal Finance Educator

The FLY Initiative; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The FLY Initiative is seeking a Personal Finance Educator to deliver core financial literacy curriculum to students in schools and community settings. You will adapt lessons to diverse learners and collaborate with site staff to ensure engaging, culturally responsive instruction.

Ideal candidates have a background in education or youth development with a passion for empowering underserved youth through practical personal finance skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Finance, Youth Development, or related field.
• 1–3 years teaching, training, or youth facilitation experience.
• Strong content knowledge in personal finance or willingness to be trained.

Responsibilities

• Deliver FLY's curriculum to students in schools and community-based settings.
• Customize lessons to meet student needs while maintaining fidelity to learning objectives.
• Maintain inclusive and interactive classroom environments that support diverse learners.
• Support outreach activities, special events, or public workshops as needed.
• Complete session summaries and student engagement logs.

Skills

Communication

Youth facilitation

Classroom management

Adaptability

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education, Finance, Youth Development, or related field

Tools

Google Workspace

Microsoft Office

Job description

Company Description

Founded in 2017, The Financial Literacy Youth (FLY) Initiative is committed to empowering underserved youth through culturally responsive financial education. The organization focuses on breaking cycles of generational poverty by equipping young people with practical personal finance skills and knowledge. Programs are designed to be inclusive, accessible, and reflective of the diverse communities served. Team members at The FLY Initiative contribute directly to meaningful social impact by helping youth build financial confidence and long-term economic stability.

The Personal Finance Educator delivers FLY's core financial literacy curriculum to students in schools and community-based settings. This role is central to ensuring young people gain essential knowledge, confidence, and skills to make informed financial decisions. The educator works closely with partners, site staff, and the FLY team to deliver engaging and culturally responsive instruction.

Core Values:

All FLY roles are expected to uphold and model our organizational values:

• Trust - We build trust through consistency, accountability, and
• Respect - We honor diverse perspectives and treat one another with
• Authenticity - We bring our whole selves to the work we
• Inclusivity - We embrace and uplift every voice, experience, and
• Transparency - We communicate openly and honestly, even when it is
• Self-Directedness - We lead with initiative and take ownership of our

These values are not just aspirational-they are embedded in how we lead, collaborate, and show upfor our students, partners, and one another every day.

Essential job duties for this position include the following items. Other duties must be performed as assigned or required.

• Facilitate financial literacy programming aligned to FLY's curriculum
• Customize lessons to meet student needs while maintaining fidelity to learning objectives
• Ensure inclusive and interactive classroom environments that support diverse learners

Classroom & Site Engagement:

• Collaborate with site personnel to support student participation and program logistics
• Maintain classroom management and instructional pacing aligned to the program schedule
• Track attendance, participation, and student progress

Data & Reporting:

• Complete session summaries and student engagement logs
• Support pre/post assessments and share key learnings with the instructional team
• Provide feedback for program improvement and curriculum development
• Attend instructional team meetings and contribute to professional learning sessions
• Share best practices and participate in ongoing training

Other Duties and Contractual Details:

• Support outreach activities, special events, or public workshops as needed
• Participate in curriculum reviews, feedback sessions, or pilot testing of new materials
• Represent FLY at community events, partner meetings, or professional development sessions
• Assist in mentoring new educators and onboarding volunteers
• Contribute to cross-functional projects that support organizational priorities
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Programming and Operations or Executive Leadership

Supervisory Responsibilities:

The Personal Finance Educator has no supervisory responsibilities

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Finance, Youth Development, or a related field
• 1-3 years of teaching, training, or youth facilitation experience
• Strong content knowledge in personal finance or willingness to be trained

Language Skills:

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills with youth and adults
• Ability to adapt to diverse environments and learning needs

Mathematical Skills:

• Basic financial literacy and numeracy skills

Reasoning Ability:

• Ability to adapt curriculum to meet student needs
• Strong classroom management and problem-solving skills

Computer Skills:

• Proficiency in Google Workspace or Microsoft Office

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

• None required
• Frequent problem solving
• Strong written and verbal communication
• High level of organization and interpersonal skills
• Ability to concentrate and maintain focusCreativity in instructional delivery
• Flexibility to work with interruptions

Physical Demands:

• Ability to stand and walk for portions of the day
• Ability to sit for extended periods
• Frequent talking and listening
• Use of hands for handling materials and technology
• Occasional reaching with arms
• May occasionally lift up to 10 pounds

Vision Requirements:

• Close and distance vision
• Ability to adjust focus
• Primarily applied to use of computers and instructional materials
• Little to no exposure to hazardous environmental conditions
• Occasional travel required to school and community sites