Vantage Point STEM Program Coordinator

The YouthVantage Alliance • Fort Worth, TX

20h • Hybrid

About The Position

Vantage Point is a program dedicated to empowering boys and young men to reach their full potential as confident, responsible, and resilient leaders. We work in schools and throughout the community in Arlington, Fort Worth, Crowley, Castleberry, and across the metroplex to deliver high-quality, evidence-informed programming. Vantage Point serves hundreds of boys and young men annually in Tarrant County, providing mentorship, skill-building, and enrichment opportunities that support their academic, social, and emotional growth. The STEM Program Coordinator is responsible for planning, facilitating, and delivering mentorship and enrichment programs to young men, with a strong emphasis on STEM exposure, skill-building, and career exploration. Programming is designed to foster critical thinking, confidence, emotional intelligence, leadership, and responsible decision-making while increasing participants’ awareness of STEM pathways and future opportunities. This role serves approximately 75-100 youth annually, per each site, facilitating sessions during school hours and some Saturdays. Each session typically includes 15–20 youth, with in-school sessions lasting about 50 minutes. The coordinator will build strong relationships within partner schools and integrate into each campus culture, serving youth from elementary through high school. As the primary liaison between schools, families, and the organization, the coordinator collaborates closely with internal program teams to align STEM, workforce readiness, and college and career programming to ensure a comprehensive youth development experience. This is a full-time position, Monday through Friday, typically operating between 8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m., with occasional evenings and Saturdays during the school year and summer.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in education, STEM-related field, or a related discipline (or equivalent experience)
• Experience facilitating youth programs, particularly with STEM or hands-on learning environments
• Ability to build strong relationships with youth, families, schools, and community stakeholders
• Strong emotional intelligence and ability to engage diverse populations
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and relevant technology tools (Google Suite, data systems, Canva, etc.)
• Valid Texas driver’s license, reliable transportation, and a clean driving record
• Ability to safely operate a company vehicle

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred

Responsibilities

• Facilitate agency-approved programs with a strong focus on STEM exploration, hands-on learning, and problem-solving
• Develop and adapt engaging lesson plans using organizational resources to ensure high-impact programming
• Collaborate with internal teams to incorporate STEM, workforce readiness, and college and career exposure opportunities
• Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment that supports youth development and engagement
• Serve as the liaison between students, families, school staff, and community partners to ensure strong integration and communication
• Support recruitment and retention efforts by building relationships and generating interest within schools and communities
• Lead and support enrichment opportunities such as STEM challenges, career exposure activities, field trips, and guest speaker sessions
• Meet with parents/guardians to explain program goals, discuss progress, and encourage family engagement
• Collect, track, and manage attendance, outcomes, and impact data to meet grant and program requirements
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of participant engagement and program delivery
• Use surveys, assessments, and pre/post evaluations to measure program effectiveness and participant growth
• Submit all required reports in alignment with organizational deadlines and standards
• Support, supervise, and coach volunteers and interns assisting with program delivery
• Ensure volunteers are effectively prepared and aligned with program expectations
• Provide ongoing feedback, recognition, and support to maintain engagement
• Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and organizational initiatives
• Collaborate across teams to achieve program goals and expand community partnerships
• Maintain compliance with organizational procedures, including reporting, expense tracking, and grant requirements
• Set and pursue professional development goals to enhance program quality and impact

Benefits

• Equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable laws.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level