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About the Role

The Pathways Coordinator leads the Teen Tech Center's college, career, and workforce development initiatives by designing and implementing career exploration, internship, mentorship, and postsecondary readiness opportunities. This role builds strategic partnerships with employers, colleges, and community organizations, connects youth to meaningful career pathways, and supports members in developing the skills, experiences, and confidence needed to achieve their educational and professional goals.

Responsibilities

Facilitate programming related to college-career readiness, accreditation, partnerships with companies, businesses, internship placement, and stipend/paid opportunities.
Lead workshops and info sessions on resume building, skill learning, college exploration, and career focused goal setting.
Provide daily enrichment and workshops on a consistent basis in collaboration with TTC Coordinator and Mentor Coordinator.
Participate as an active member of The Clubhouse Network’s community, including monthly TCN meetings and Annual Conference.
Attend monthly check-ins with Best Buy’s Regional Liaison, join regional cluster calls, and attend Best Buy’s Annual Connection Summit.
Responsible for the day-to-day execution of the learning model for youth members and mentors.
Conduct bi-weekly Saturday enriching programming.
Maintain supplies and equipment, and perform necessary evaluation of participant needs to inform yearly funding streams.
Responsible for the day-to-day supervision of youth members.
Assist TTC Coordinator with outreach to schools, organizations, and partners to deepen TTC’s impact.
Support youth in planning for their future, including pursuing academic and career opportunities.
Assist TTC Coordinator in launching new initiatives, including youth digital portfolios and certification activities.
Assist the Mentor Coordinator with progress towards Project IMPACTS goals and outputs.
Assist the Mentor Coordinator with the implementation of IMPACTS related programming and opportunities.
Assist the Mentor Coordinator in training, placement, and growth of recruited mentors.
Work with the Mentor Coordinator to offer activities for selected mentors.
Work with the Mentor Coordinator in matching mentors to specific creative projects, special topics, and/or individual youth members.
Organize 3-5 college- and career-readiness events for the TTC Calendar of Events.
Build and maintain strategic partnerships with corporations, nonprofit organizations, and community stakeholders.
Identify emerging workforce trends and community needs to develop responsive programming.
Assist department- and agency-wide volunteer recruitment efforts.
Assist Grand Street’s fundraising efforts to sustain the Teen Tech Center.
Complete 15 hours of training as per school-age childcare requirements within the first three months of hire.
Attend two mandatory agency-wide Professional Development trainings.

Requirements

Candidates are self-starters, innovative and excited by the opportunity to build a new program.
Candidates are proficient in many forms of technology; a true “tech learner” who has a burning desire to learn and teach new tools and software.
Candidates must have 3+ years of experience working with young people, particularly older youth and youth from vulnerable backgrounds.
Candidates must have 2+ years of experience designing and implementing new programs.
Candidates must have 2+ years of experience supervising staff.
Candidates must have 1+ year of experience providing family and community engagement events.
Candidates are responsible, organized, and demonstrate positive communication skills.
Candidates utilize an analytical approach to solve problems and to meet program benchmarks.
Candidates utilize a trauma-informed approach to youth development and are (multi)culturally competent.
Must successfully complete NYSDOH Fingerprinting Screening, New York State Clearance Review Background Check, 3 Reference Check, and Physical w/ updated TB Test.
If offered the position, must submit a $25 fee for NY State Clearance Review.

Skills

Technology proficiency
Program design and implementation
Staff supervision
Family and community engagement
Problem-solving
Communication skills
Trauma-informed youth development
Cultural competence

Location

168 Broome St New York NY 10002

Work Type

Full-time
Hybrid

Experience Level

3+ years of experience working with young people
2+ years of experience designing and implementing new programs
2+ years of experience supervising staff
1+ year of experience providing family and community engagement events

Education Level

College Degree preferred

Salary/Compensations

$62,000 - $65,000

About the Company

Grand St. Settlement operates the Best Buy Teen Tech Center (TTC), a state-of-the-art makerspace on the Lower East Side that provides New York City teens with access to innovative technology, hands-on learning, and supportive mentors through a partnership with the Best Buy Foundation and The Clubhouse Network.
The TTC empowers young people to explore their interests, develop technical and leadership skills, and prepare for college, careers, and lifelong success.

Equal Opportunity

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER (EOE)