SMART Start Facilitator (Part-Time PAID)

Employ to Empower; Friendly (MD); Hybrid; Part time

Job summary

Join a dynamic organization committed to empowering individuals facing barriers through entrepreneurship. As a SMART Start Facilitator, you will lead a transformative 6-week program, helping participants turn their business ideas into reality while fostering a supportive community. This role is perfect for someone who is passionate about social justice and has a knack for facilitation. You'll be part of a team that values your input and encourages your growth. If you're ready to make a meaningful impact and inspire others, this is the opportunity for you!

Benefits

Flexible Schedule

Extended Health Benefits after probation

Supportive Team Environment

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in education or related fields.
• Experience in non-profit sector and facilitating workshops.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate the 6-week SMART Start program for entrepreneurs.
• Co-facilitate monthly business workshops and provide homework support.

Skills

Facilitation

Communication

Organizational Skills

Empathy

Entrepreneurship Knowledge

Social Justice Awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in education, organizational psychology, business

Job description

Employ to Empower Part-Time SMART Start Facilitator

Employ to Empower (ETE) is searching for an experienced Facilitator to facilitate our 6-week SMART Start program as well as co-facilitate our monthly business workshops.

You are self-motivated, enthusiastic, and community-driven to take on this exciting role. This position requires someone equipped with a positive attitude and readiness to learn, grow and be a team player.

Organization Overview

At Employ to Empower, we believe that every person is capable of achieving self-confidence, financial well-being, and a sense of belonging while contributing to their community. We focus on providing personalized support. Our mission is to empower people who face work and social barriers to cultivate community connections through entrepreneurship and self-advocacy opportunities.

We are an organization that embodies non-traditional entrepreneurship. We learned from our community that entrepreneurial success for many people is not always measured by traditional profit models. For Employ to Empower, entrepreneurial success is about pursuing one’s passion, developing a business, generating revenues, and as a result, reinforcing who they are, what their potential could be, and most importantly, how they feel about themselves. Self-esteem, self-worth, and confidence are the building blocks of change. At Employ to Empower, success is measured by the human experience, not by the growth of their business.

Position Description

Reporting To: Business Skills Training Program Lead

Location: Mostly In Person with the possibility of remote work

Commitment: Part-time, 20 hours per week (80 hours a month)

Position Type: Employee

Salary: $22/hour

Extended Health Benefits: Available after completing a 3 month probation

Schedule: Flexible (but will depend on program needs)

The remaining hours will be administration work (answering participant emails etc)

Desired Start Date: ASAP

During this 6-week SMART START program, we will be building off of the Business Skills Training program and our participants' existing knowledge, tools, and resources around entrepreneurship. Each week we will cover a different topic that our participants need to know to take their business from concept to MVP in 6 weeks.

Key Tasks May Include

1. Facilitate the 6 week program
2. Process intakes for the SMART Start program for our various funding partners
3. Continuously improve program content
4. Research and compile relevant business resources
5. Stay up to date on current business trends
6. Provide homework support outside of class by phone, email or in-person
7. Co-facilitate business workshops with a volunteer facilitator

Qualifications

1. Bachelor's degree in education, organizational psychology, business, or related fields and/or a combination of experience will also be considered
2. Experience working in the non-profit sector
3. Strong affinity to entrepreneurship and social justice/causes
4. Familiar with vulnerable populations/individuals facing barriers
5. Experience facilitating classes or workshops
6. Strong communication and organizational skills
7. Friendly, enthusiastic, and positive attitude
8. Empathetic and compassionate

Don't meet all of the qualifications? But feel that you have the skills to thrive in this position? We encourage you to still apply.

Why work with us?

1. Be a part of an organization working to make change in the lives of entrepreneurs facing barriers.
2. Have your opinions and ideas heard and seen by a supportive team.
3. Be given the autonomy to thrive in a role that you are passionate about.

How to Apply

Please email your resume and cover letter to: [e-mail]