Facilitator (Mankato Area Public Schools)

We are looking for a Facilitator to join our growing team at Project Success. Project Success is a youth development nonprofit organization that helps students connect to their purpose. We work with more than 17,000 6th-12th grade students and their families annually and have more than 225,000 alumni around the world. Learn more at projectsuccess.org.

Our team of Facilitators work directly with 6th-10th grade students in Mankato Area Public Schools (MAPS), leading workshops throughout the school year that help students prepare and plan for their futures. Utilizing our proven curriculum, facilitators build long-term relationships with students and help them develop skills that will assist them in school and beyond. Facilitators also play an active role in supporting out-of-class programming including events, field trips, and other experiences that strengthen connections with students and the school community.

This role reports to the Mankato Site Director and is part of the Mankato Programs team at Project Success.

This role will require strong communication skills, excitement to engage with students, families and teachers, and the ability to use our curriculum to deliver engaging lessons that inspire young people. Our ideal candidate has strong experience working with young people, is detail-oriented and organized, and is excited to work collaboratively to innovate and meet student, teacher, and school needs. Facilitators undergo continuous training on culturally responsive and inclusive teaching methods, and the ideal candidate for this role must be willing to continuously learn and incorporate those learnings.

CORE JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Workshops

• Facilitate engaging workshops in the classrooms at MAPS partner schools throughout the school year
• Prepare and adapt lesson plans using Project Success curriculum to meet the needs of each school community and student population
• Support all students from a variety of backgrounds in discovering who they are, what they want, and how to make informed decisions for their future
• Utilize a variety of educational pedagogy as tools to enhance student learning
• Build strong, collaborative relationships with classroom teachers and school staff to coordinate schedules and create a positive presence in the schools
• Ensure Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility values are reflected in workshop content and facilitation
• Support the Facilitator team by stepping in to assist or sub in classrooms as needed

Programming & Events

• Facilitate curriculum and activities during outside-of-class programming
• Support student recruitment efforts, including tabling at MAPS middle and high schools
• Staff events and field trips, actively engaging with students and families to create a welcoming environment
• Identify opportunities to strengthen programming and deepen student engagement within MAPS
• Collaborate with team members to ensure programming runs efficiently
• Assist with event preparation and day-of coordination, as needed

Partners & Community

• Build and maintain strong relationships with students, teachers, and program partners
• Continuously learn and apply culturally responsive teaching practices
• Stay informed on trends and issues impacting young people in the community and incorporate that information into the work

Other Duties as Assigned

MISSION, VISION, AND VALUES + INCLUSION, DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND ACCESSIBILITY

We are looking for individuals that are passionate about the success of our students and share the mission, vision, and values of PS.

Mission: Project Success motivates and inspires young people to dream about the future, helps them take steps to get there and gives them the tools they need to achieve their goals.

Vision: Every child entering middle school will graduate high school with a plan for their future and have the skills and confidence that will take them through the rest of their lives .

Values:

Kids First!

Dependability, Reliability, and Trust

A Non-Judgmental Environment

Willingness to Grow and Change

Love is the Key

Develop Healthy Relationships

Clear and Open Communication

Sustain Excellence

Commitment to Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility (I.D.E.A.):

Project Success strives to connect students to their purpose by creating programming that truly serves our students and families. We envision a Project Success where inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility are fully integrated into everything we do. We are an organization that cares deeply about students, families, and community, share our values, and are committed to practicing ongoing anti-racism work and I.D.E.A. principles.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS

Please note that while the below qualifications are preferred for this position, we do not expect any one person to necessarily have all the items listed. We highly encourage people with a wide range of education, experience, and skill levels to apply for this position.

• Bachelor’s degree or 4+ years of similar experience (or a combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required knowledge and abilities)
• 2+ years of experience working directly with students in education, youth development, or a related field
• Experience in lesson planning and/or curriculum development
• Experience working with young people from a variety of backgrounds
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Strong facilitation and classroom management skills
• Believes in the potential of all young people and has a genuine desire to help them succeed
• Ability to build meaningful relationships with students, teachers, and school staff
• Team player with a willingness to support team members as needed
• Commitment to Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility and ability to reflect those values in daily work
• Self-motivated, extremely reliable, and ability to work with minimal instruction and supervision
• Tech-savvy and proficient with Microsoft 365 - PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Outlook
• Ability to work a flexible schedule as needed, including occasional weekday evenings and weekends

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Must have a valid driver’s license and auto insurance
• Ability to sit and/or stand for prolonged periods, including movement up and down stairs and throughout office environment, events, and school environments
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times and 50 pounds on occasion

POSITION DETAILS

This position is a full-time, salaried exempt position, primarily M-F daytime, with occasional nights, weekends, and overnights with advance notice. This role will be primarily in-person work at our Mankato partner schools, with some ability to do lesson-planning and meetings remotely.

The compensation package includes the following:

• $46,000 $
• 50,000 starting annual salary
• Generous paid time off
• Excellent Health Insurance with a low deductible (PS pays 100% of the monthly premium rate)
• Excellent Dental and Vision Insurance (PS pays 100% of the monthly premium rate)
• Short-Term Disability and Life Insurance (PS pays 100% of the monthly premium rate)
• SIMPLE IRA retirement plan with up to a 3% match
• Free parking at the PS office

TO APPLY

Please email the following to apply@projectsuccess.org with a subject line including the name of the position.

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• References
• Where you heard about us and/or found the job posting

To learn more, visit: https://www.projectsuccess.org/join-our-team/

Project Success is dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive team. We strongly encourage candidates from a wide variety of backgrounds and experience levels to apply!