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Program Education Specialist Job Description The Education Specialist manages the day-to-day operations of a youth mentoring program, with a focus on planning and delivering impactful weekly mentoring sessions and supporting mentees' academic and personal growth. This role requires a dynamic, motivated, and forward-thinking professional who can prepare high-quality documents and presentations, coordinate with diverse stakeholders, and continuously improve program operations. The Education Specialist collaborates closely with mentees, mentors, parents and guardians, community partners, and the program committee, while working directly with organizational leadership. The ideal candidate is ambitious, confident, self-driven, and comfortable thriving in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. Responsibilities + Plan, coordinate, and manage weekly mentoring sessions, primarily held on Saturdays, ensuring engaging and well-structured activities for participants. + Develop, draft, and implement innovative program content and session activities that expose youth to new experiences and support their development. + Manage each mentee's document portfolio, including applications, grade cards, mentor contact forms, pre- and post-tests, and annual "5 Step Action Plan" goal documents. + Schedule and conduct one-on-one appointments with mentees and their parents or guardians to complete and review the 5 Step Action Plan outside of regular sessions, as needed. + Enter, maintain, and efficiently track data for all program mentees, including attendance, academic performance, individual goals, program levels, and chess ratings. + Coordinate educational programs and advocate for participants to ensure they receive appropriate support and opportunities. + Identify, pursue, and maintain education-related partnerships, including colleges, trade programs, and employment opportunities, to expand resources for mentees. + Lead projects and partnerships that support program growth, and document, monitor, and report on progress and outcomes. + Coordinate logistics for mentoring sessions, meetings, events, seminars, and field trips, including scheduling, materials, and onsite support. + Draft and deliver clear, timely weekly communications about programs and logistics via email, text, or recorded messages to participants and stakeholders. + Collaborate with the Concerned Mothers group to arrange meal service during weekly Saturday sessions. + Mentor, support, a To view full details and how to apply, please login or create a Job Seeker account
