Career Educator & Program Ambassador
CAREER EDUCATOR & PROGRAM AMBASSADOR
Job Location: Field-Based, $53,000-$58,000/Year, Full-Time, Northern New York State
Ready4Real is a growing nonprofit that equips young people and adults returning to the workforce with the practical skills, confidence, and support they need to succeed in school, work, and life, and they want you to join their team as a Career Educator & Program Ambassador.
Your day-to-day as a Career Educator & Program Ambassador:
Deliver Ready4Real's career and life-readiness curriculum across multiple school sites in Franklin County
Engage students with interactive learning experiences covering emotional intelligence, communication, conflict management, resume writing, and interview preparation
Build relationships with program participants to guide their career and life plan
Track student progress and document program impact
Identify and reach out to new schools and districts as prospective partners
Present Ready4Real programming to school administrators, counselors, and community leaders
Represent Ready4Real at community events, funder convenings, and school fairs
Contribute to grant applications by documenting outcomes, stories, and data from your school sites
Your skills and experience:
Bachelor's degree required, preferably in education, social work, psychology, communications, or related field
Experience working with youth in a school, nonprofit, or community setting
Strong presentation and interpersonal skills
Ability to travel throughout the Ready4Real service area
Comfort with technology and basic documentation tools (Google Workspace, etc.)
Teaching certification or classroom experience preferred
Salary and benefits:
$53,000-$58,000 annually
Health insurance, dental insurance, and retirement benefits
To apply, send a brief cover letter and resume to Michele Armani, Executive Director, at marmani@ready4real.org.
Ready4Real is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a team that reflects the communities we serve.
Pay: $53,000.00 - $58,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Retirement plan
Work Location: In person