Career & Technical Education (CTE) Readiness Facilitator

Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Houston•Richmond, TX

6d•$15 - $18•Onsite

About The Position

The Career & Technical Education (CTE) Readiness Facilitator plans, implements, supervises, and evaluates workforce readiness, career exploration, and youth development programming in assigned CTE classrooms, partner schools, and Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Houston locations. The role develops supportive relationships with students, school personnel, Club members, families, and community partners while promoting career readiness, durable skills, academic success, and positive youth development. Serving as an instructional partner to local school districts and supporting Club-based teen programming as needed, the facilitator delivers BGCGH's Essential Skills and Durable Skills curriculum and leads career readiness activities. The position helps prepare young people for post-secondary education, industry certifications, apprenticeships, military service, and workforce success. The facilitator also supports youth mentorship and engagement, program administration and evaluation, school and community partnerships, and Club operations. This includes maintaining program records and resources, building relationships with school and community stakeholders, and participating in workforce readiness events and initiatives.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
At least two years of experience working with youth, teens, and families.
Demonstrated ability and interest in working with adolescents and young adults.
Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
Intermediate computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams).
Ability to interpret and implement Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Houston programs, philosophy, and workforce readiness initiatives.
Must successfully pass all required background screening procedures.
Must adhere to BGCGH policies, procedures, and Employee Code of Conduct.

Nice To Haves

Associate's or bachelor's degree in Education, Youth Development, Human Services, Workforce Development, Business, or a related field.
Experience facilitating groups, workshops, classrooms, or youth programs.
Bilingual English/Spanish skills.
Knowledge of Career & Technical Education (CTE), workforce development, career readiness, or employability skills.
Valid Texas Driver's License; may be required at certain locations.

Responsibilities

Deliver workforce readiness curriculum and programming in assigned CTE classrooms.
Facilitate classroom lessons, workshops, presentations, career exploration activities, and project-based learning experiences.
Encourage student participation through engaging and interactive instructional practices.
Help students develop communication, teamwork, adaptability, leadership, problem-solving, professionalism, and critical-thinking skills.
Assist students with identifying career interests, educational goals, industry pathways, and post-secondary opportunities.
Provide guidance, mentorship, and positive role modeling to students and Club members.
Plan and implement youth development activities aligned with Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Houston's mission and program priorities.
Create activities supporting workforce readiness, leadership development, academic success, and career exploration.
Promote participation in BGCGH teen programs, workforce initiatives, special events, and leadership opportunities.
Monitor and evaluate program outcomes against established goals and objectives.
Maintain accurate attendance records, assessment data, program documentation, and required reports.
Attend weekly staff meetings and communicate program progress, successes, challenges, and recommendations.
Identify opportunities for partnerships, program enhancements, and workforce development initiatives.
Keep program spaces, classrooms, and assigned resources organized, safe, and conducive to learning.
Maintain inventory and ensure proper use of program equipment, technology, curriculum materials, and supplies; recommend and requisition needed materials.
Build productive relationships with teachers, counselors, administrators, Club Directors, and community partners.
Collaborate with school personnel to align programming with student needs and school goals.
Represent Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Houston positively in partner schools and the community.
Engage families about student participation, workforce readiness opportunities, and Club programming.
Recruit, train, supervise, and support volunteers, guest speakers, mentors, and industry partners when applicable.
Support Club operations and facilitate programs at assigned Club locations when needed.
Participate in special events, workforce readiness initiatives, career fairs, field trips, employer engagement activities, and teen programming events.
Assist with student recruitment and retention at assigned schools and Clubs.
Complete required trainings, certifications, and professional development, and perform additional duties as assigned.