Step Up Level 2 Work Readiness Trainer (Valid MN Teaching License)
Accepting Applications Until 2/15/19
Who We Are
Project for Pride in Living, Inc. (PPL) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering low-income people to become self-reliant through integrated services. When joining PPL, you become a part of a diverse team whose goal is to assist our residents and communities with the groundwork they need, not only to survive, but also to thrive. We are eager to welcome others to our team who are dedicated to serving our residents and pursuing our mission to build the hope, assets, and self-reliance of individuals and families who have lower incomes by providing transformative affordable housing and employment readiness services. To learn more at www.ppl-inc.org
AchieveMpls is a strategic nonprofit partner of Minneapolis Public Schools (MPS), we rally community support to inspire and equip Minneapolis students for careers, college and life. Our vision is that all young people have full access to educational and career opportunities, resulting in a more equitable and vibrant Minneapolis. Each year we manage Career & College Centers in 11 MPS high schools, train and place nearly 1,600 Minneapolis youth in paid Step up internships with more than 200 employers, engage hundreds of volunteers as Graduation Coaches and career exploration volunteers, raise support for MPS strategic priorities, and administer MPS school funds and scholarships. Learn more at www.achievempls.org
About Step Up
The Step Up Youth Employment Program prepares today’s youth for tomorrow’s careers by recruiting, training and placing more than 1,600 young people (ages 14-21) in paid internships each year with over 200 regional employers that span 15 industries and multiple sectors. Step Up has provided over 27,000 internships since 2003, yielding a competitive talent pipeline, a stronger economy and millions of dollars in wages for interns. Step Up is a partnership of the City of Minneapolis, AchieveMpls, Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development, and Project for Pride in Living. Learn more at www.stepupmpls.org
Job Summary
The Step Up Level 2 Work Readiness Trainer leads a classroom of 25+ young people (ages 16-21) and teaches them the skills they need to be successful in their Step Up summer internships. Guided by the Step Up work readiness curriculum, trainers must exemplify professionalism, be effective and engaging presenters, and offer concrete, personal examples of workplace behaviors. Trainers also assess and document participation for each trainee in their class. This is a part-time, short-term position that REQUIRES a valid teaching license.
The City of Minneapolis partners with AchieveMpls and Project for Pride in Living to deliver the work readiness training required for Step Up internships. The Step Up curriculum is aligned with the Minneapolis Public Schools career readiness seminar so that Step Up interns can earn high school credit for their training.
Time Commitment
Required half-day orientation from 8:00 am – 12:00 pm at Minneapolis College:
- Saturday, February 23rd
Teach five half-days of training from 7:30 am-1:00 pm at Minneapolis College:
- Saturday, March 2nd
- Saturday, March 9th
- Saturday, March 16th
- Saturday, April 27th
- Saturday, May 18th
- Saturday, June 1 – Make up day (4 trainers needed)
*The trainer will also have the opportunity to lead a professional development day for Step Up interns in the summer of 2019. More information will be available after completion of the spring training.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities
- Enthusiastically deliver Step Up work readiness curriculum
- Create an environment in which young people are comfortable learning and working together
- Assess and document participation for each trainee
- Assist trainees in preparing for job interviews
- Be present for every training session as listed above
- Attend trainer orientation on Saturday, February 23rd
Minimum Requirements
- Valid Minnesota teaching license
- Excellent teaching or training skills
- 1-2 years professional experience
- Strong organizational skills
- Ability to model professionalism to young trainees
- Desire to work with and motivate Minneapolis youth
- Ability to command the attention of a group of young people
- A flexible, positive attitude
- A strong commitment to youth development
- A valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and a clean driving record as determined by our insurance carrier
Compensation: $23.00/hr.
This position is being hired by Project for Pride in Living in collaboration with AchieveMpls.
PPL is an EEO/AA employer. PPL participates in the federal E-verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the organization will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.