Project Facilitator- Mother Teresa Center

Archdiocese of San Antonio•San Antonio, TX

About The Position

The Project Facilitator will assist with implementing programming for CCAOSA’s Sewing for Success initiative, which helps eligible clients develop skills needed to enter the garment and textile industries. The role supports workforce development labs and classes, provides hands-on sewing and safety instruction, and helps ensure program operations and outcome tracking comply with the main funding source. The facilitator also maintains lab equipment and supplies, tracks attendance and outcomes, updates student records and eligibility information, and regularly contacts clients about classes and program commitments. The role involves collaboration with program staff, client transportation in an agency-approved vehicle or passenger van, and adherence to safety, confidentiality, conduct, and faith and moral policies. The position supports the organization’s mission and may include other duties assigned by the RSS Employment Program Manager, Associate Senior Director, or Employment Director.

Requirements

Experience teaching or mentoring others in a classroom or workshop setting.
Proficiency in sewing machinery and tools.
Ability to accurately read and interpret sewing patterns.
Strong understanding of garment construction and assembly.
Excellent communication skills and a patient, encouraging teaching style.
Detail-oriented, organized, and self-motivated, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Good written and verbal communication skills.
Good critical-thinking and problem-solving skills.
Reliable transportation.
Valid driver’s license.
Valid vehicle insurance.
Clean driving record.
Sensitivity to the cultural and socioeconomic characteristics of the service population.

Nice To Haves

Two-year associate degree or verifiable training related to garment, textile, or fiber arts production.
Experience in a teaching, vocational, or nonprofit setting.

Responsibilities

Assist in planning and facilitating workforce development lab use for Sewing for Success training projects.
Assist in leading classes that develop skills for garment production work.
Provide hands-on guidance, training, and safety instruction on sewing lab equipment to participants with varying skill levels.
Develop lesson plans and class activities to strengthen students’ employment readiness and class participation.
Maintain, organize, and inventory sewing lab equipment, and request supplies as needed.
Assist with department and agency projects that support workforce development initiatives and program goals.
Track program attendance, lab usage, and project outcomes in appropriate databases.
Update student case notes and service plans, and confirm student eligibility upon enrollment.
Contact clients regularly to remind them about classes and program commitments.
Drive and transport clients in an agency-approved vehicle or passenger van.
Collaborate with program staff on class schedules and student progress.
Provide feedback to improve individual skill development and group outcomes.
Complete assigned professional development in a timely manner.
Follow daily safety training and protocols and take precautions to protect the safety and well-being of self and others.
Protect confidential client, donor, organizational, investigative, and financial information.
Adhere to the Code of Conduct and Faith and Moral Policy.
Use a solution-oriented approach and promote teamwork, collaboration, and commitment to the organization’s mission and vision.
Perform other duties as assigned by the RSS Employment Program Manager, Associate Senior Director, or Employment Director.