Job Details

CAREER CONNECT FACILITATOR (PART-TIME, SPANISH SPEAKING)
Program: Career Connect
High School & College Success

Agency Overview:

Commonpoint is a multifaceted community center dedicated to sustaining and enhancing the quality of individual, family, and communal life throughout New York City, offering services to people of all ages, ability levels, stages of life, and backgrounds. They strive to meet the evolving needs of their community of over 100,000 members, ranging from providing in-school and after-school programs, professional and career development, assistance with food insecurity, legal services, financial counseling, mental health services, senior classes, dementia care programs, and tax preparation assistance, to name a few. Commonpoint has grown tremendously in the last five years and now has a mission-driven staff of 3,000 and over 80 sites in the five boroughs.

MINIMUM DESCRIPTION
Commonpoint’s Youth Workforce Department comprises a number of different programs serving individuals predominantly from 14-24 years old. Career Connect is a Department of Education (DOE)-funded summer program that provides youth with educational experiences rooted in their strengths and grounded in youth development principles. These principles include engaging the talents and interests of youth, developing their skills and competencies, and providing positive adult role models.

ABOUT POSITION
The Career Connect Facilitator plays a key role in guiding students through real-world challenges by leading engaging, skill-building sessions. This role requires a Spanish-speaking facilitator who can support young people in developing problem-solving, teamwork, and professional skills through structured project-based experiences. They create an inclusive and supportive learning environment, adapt curriculum to diverse learner needs, and ensure students gain valuable, transferable skills for future education and employment. The Part-Time Facilitator will report to the Career Ready Program Coordinator.

RESPONSIBILITIES
● Lead project-based learning curricula and activities for a six week program
● Provide guidance and support to students throughout the coursework of their summer experience
● Establish a safe and engaging learning environment for all career connect participants
● Develop and maintain positive relationships with career connect participants
● Encourage Active Student Engagement – Utilize interactive facilitation techniques, real-world connections, and hands-on activities to maintain student interest and motivation.
● Conduct outreach to youth who are chronically absent
● Track weekly activity of youth and submit by designated deadline.
● Accompany participants on any off-site trips if necessary
● Work closely with the Career Connect team to ensure program goals are met and students receive the necessary support
● Other relevant duties as assigned by supervisor

QUALIFICATIONS:
● High School Diploma required; Current college enrollment or Bachelor’s degree strongly preferred
● Fluency in Spanish
● Experience with classroom management
● Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a professional setting
● Must be computer literate including experience with Microsoft Word and Excel
● Excellent organizational and administrative skills
● Experience developing youth development and work readiness curriculum
● Demonstrated experience working with a youth development programs and facilitating educational
workshops for young people
● Unflappable customer service, organization and time management skills
● Creative, professional and an excellent sense of humor
● Passion for youth and community development

ADDITIONAL PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
● Facilitation & Mentor Skills – Guides discussions, promotes collaboration, and helps students problem-solve independently.
● Experience with Diverse Populations – Understanding of and sensitivity to working with vulnerable youth.
● Passion for Workforce Development & Education – Interest in youth development, skill-building, and preparing students for real-world experiences.

JOB DETAILS
● Schedule: Seasonal, Part Time, 25 Hours Per Week
○ Monday- Wednesday 9 AM- 12 PM
● Salary: $25 /hour
● Expected Start Date: June 2025 (7 weeks)
● Modality: The Career Connect Facilitator role is in-person, leading engaging, hands-on project-based learning sessions with students.

WHY JOIN US?
Joining our team as a Career Connect Facilitator means making a real impact by equipping young people with essential skills for their future careers and education. You'll lead engaging, project-based sessions that encourage critical thinking, collaboration, and problem-solving while working in a supportive and passionate team environment. This role offers the opportunity to grow professionally through hands-on experience in facilitation, curriculum adaptation, and working with diverse youth.

To Apply: Please submit a cover letter and résumé, as a Word or PDF document only, to Kara Siegel at ksiegel@commonpoint.org. Please indicate “Career Connect Facilitator” in the subject line. Due to the high volume of applicants, only qualified candidates will be contacted.

Commonpoint reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.

Commonpoint is an equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.