Career & Technical Education (CTE) Readiness Facilitator

Career & Technical Education (CTE) Readiness Facilitator

School-Based Workforce Readiness & Youth Development Specialist

FUNCTION – SCOPE STATEMENT

Plans, implements, supervises, and evaluates workforce readiness, career exploration, and youth development programming within assigned Career & Technical Education (CTE) classrooms, partner schools, and Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Houston locations. Develops and fosters healthy relationships with students, school personnel, Club members, families, and community partners while promoting career readiness, durable skills, academic success, and positive youth development.

CTE Career Facilitator serves as an instructional partner within local school districts while supporting Club-based teen programming as needed. This position delivers BGCGH's Essential Skills and Durable Skills curriculum, facilitates career readiness activities, and helps prepare youth for post-secondary education, industry certifications, apprenticeships, military service, and workforce success.

MAJOR JOB TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Workforce Readiness & Career Development

• Ensure programs, services, and activities prepare youth for success by promoting career readiness, workplace professionalism, and durable skill development while maintaining a safe and supportive learning environment.
• Deliver Curriculum, Framework, and workforce readiness programming within assigned Career & Technical Education (CTE) classrooms.
• Facilitate engaging classroom lessons, workshops, presentations, career exploration activities, and project-based learning experiences.
• Promote student participation and engagement through innovative and interactive instructional practices.
• Support students in developing communication, teamwork, adaptability, leadership, problem-solving, professionalism, and critical-thinking skills.
• Assist students in identifying career interests, educational goals, industry pathways, and post-secondary opportunities.

Youth Development & Member Engagement

• Provide guidance, mentorship, and positive role modeling to students and Club members.
• Plan, organize, and implement youth development activities consistent with Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Houston's mission and program priorities.
• Initiate new and creative program activities that support workforce readiness, leadership development, academic success, and career exploration.
• Promote participation in BGCGH teen programs, workforce initiatives, special events, and leadership opportunities.

Program Administration & Evaluation

• Monitor and evaluate program outcomes against established goals and objectives.
• Maintain accurate attendance records, assessment data, program documentation, and required reporting.
• Participate in weekly staff meetings and communicate program progress, successes, challenges, and recommendations.
• Identify opportunities for new partnerships, program enhancements, and workforce development initiatives.
• Ensure program spaces, classrooms, and assigned resources remain organized, safe, and conducive to learning.
• Maintain inventory and proper use of program equipment, technology, curriculum materials, and supplies.
• Recommend and requisition supplies and materials necessary to support programming.

School & Community Partnerships

• Develop productive working relationships with teachers, counselors, administrators, Club Directors, and community partners.
• Collaborate with school personnel to ensure programming aligns with student needs and school goals.
• Serve as a positive representative of Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Houston within partner schools and throughout the community.
• Engage families regarding student participation, workforce readiness opportunities, and Club programming.
• Recruit, train, supervise, and support volunteers, guest speakers, mentors, and industry partners when applicable.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• 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 efforts within assigned schools and Clubs.
• Complete all required trainings, certifications, and professional development opportunities.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by supervisory staff.

Qualifications

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or GED required; Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Education, Youth Development, Human Services, Workforce Development, Business, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of two (2) years experience working with youth, teens, and families required.
• Demonstrated ability and interest in working with adolescents and young adults.
• Experience facilitating groups, workshops, classrooms, or youth programs preferred.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills required.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
• 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.
• Knowledge of Career & Technical Education (CTE), workforce development, career readiness, or employability skills preferred.
• Valid Texas Driver's License preferred and may be required at certain locations.
• Must successfully pass all required background screening procedures.
• Must adhere to all BGCGH policies, procedures, and Employee Code of Conduct.

RELATIONSHIPS

Internal

Maintain close, daily contact with Teen Engagement staff, Club Directors, Programs & Operations Staff, Club members, and supervisors to receive and provide information, discuss issues, implement programming, and support youth development outcomes.

External

Maintain professional relationships with school administrators, counselors, teachers, parents, business partners, workforce development organizations, industry representatives, community agencies, and other stakeholders to support youth success and career readiness initiatives.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Classroom Facilitation
• Student Engagement
• Workforce Readiness
• Career Development
• Public Speaking
• Relationship Building
• Leadership Development
• Youth Development
• Program Planning & Evaluation
• Professional Communication
• Adaptability
• Data Collection & Reporting