Youth Program Facilitator

Junior Achievement of Washington; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 23,419 - 25,733; Part time

Job summary

A non-profit educational organization in Seattle is seeking a Director of Operations to facilitate youth programs. You will manage classroom activities and support student learning experiences. The ideal candidate enjoys working with kids and has strong public speaking and group management skills. This part-time role offers flexible hours and a pay range of $17.00-$18.68 per hour.

Qualifications

• Classroom experience, preferably with youth groups.
• Ability to recognize group dynamics and student needs.
• Commitment to creating an exceptional experience.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate Capstone simulations including BizTown and Finance Park.
• Direct group participation during programs.
• Support students and educators during events.

Skills

Public speaking

Group management

Exceptional customer service skills

Organizational skills

Detail-oriented

Job description

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Director of Operations at Junior Achievement of Washington

Director of Operations. Championing operational excellence to empower youth through education and innovation.

Have fun working with kids during the best field trip of the year! As a Program Facilitator, you will support students as they learn key career readiness and financial literacy skills while having fun in one of our two miniature towns, BizTown and Finance Park located in Auburn, Washington.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate Capstone simulations – including BizTown, Finance Park, Stock Market Challenge, and new JAWA programs
• Facilitate all parts of the day-of program logistics
• Direct group participation for the day’s program
• Volunteer training and support
• Student and educator support
• Park setup, clean-up, and inventory
• Capstone warehouse organization and cleaning
• Simulation and iPad setup

Qualifications

• Public speaking, presentation, and group management – student groups can be up to 150 students
• Demonstrated classroom experience
• Demonstrated success with youth group facilitation or transferable skills demonstrating ability to quickly master dynamic facilitation skills
• Ability to recognize group dynamics and student needs and effectively adapt and pivot the facilitation approach as needed
• Exceptional customer service commitment and people skills
• Understanding of youth development and working with young people of various ages
• Commitment to creating an exceptional experience for students, educators, partners, and volunteers
• Positive and upbeat attitude
• Collaborative team member
• Organized
• Detail-oriented

Pay: $17.00-$18.68/hr (15-30 hours a week)

Company Summary

Junior Achievement of Washington’s purpose is to inspire and prepare young people to succeed in a global economy. Junior Achievement of Washington reaches thousands of students each year with relevant, hands-on learning experiences that teach young people to manage their money, plan for their economic future, own their businesses, and develop readiness for careers or college.

Junior Achievement of Washington associates are known for their passion for the mission that brings together business and education to work with students in kindergarten through high school, so they are empowered to own their economic success. Members of the team interact with community leaders who support Junior Achievement of Washington with their time, treasure, and talent. Junior Achievement of Washington offers a collaborative, inclusive work environment and the opportunity to impact the lives of young people in our community.

JAWA is committed to social justice. We are committed to educating in a way that dismantles inequality, racism, and oppression and sparks honest conversations in our communities. The future that we envision and for which we prepare our students cannot exist unless we become catalysts for change and advocates for promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in all facets of our work.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Part-time

Job function

Human Resources

Industries

Non-profit Organizations

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