SMASH Academy - Financial Literacy Facilitator; Spelman

About SMASH

At SMASH, we aim to build a strong STEM workforce through academic learning and experiential engagement for high school and college students. We empower dedicated students in STEM fields through intensive education, rigorous coursework, and access to resources, aiming to cultivate success in college and careers. Our vision is to create a STEM ecosystem where every student can thrive in the global economy.

By providing opportunities, we seek to enrich our communities and workplaces with well-prepared, competitive leaders.

This is a pivotal time for SMASH as SMASH builds on the success of our programs. Working at SMASH is about rapid growth, grit, personal commitment, accountability, and courage to challenge the status quo. If you have what it takes to change the STEM landscape, we want to hear from you.

SMASH is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization operating under the umbrella of the Kapor Center family of organizations.

Reporting to the Program Director and Academic Coordinator, the Financial Literacy Facilitator will lead interactive, age‑appropriate financial education sessions for high school students. This role is ideal for someone who is enthusiastic about personal finance, experienced in teaching or youth engagement, and committed to making a lasting impact in the lives of young people.

The Financial Literacy Facilitator plays a critical role in equipping high school students with the financial knowledge, confidence, and practical tools they need to make informed decisions about money—both now and in the future. Through dynamic, youth‑centered instruction, the facilitator will lead sessions that demystify personal finance topics such as budgeting, saving, credit, debt, investing, college financing, and financial goal‑setting.

The ideal candidate is not only passionate about financial empowerment but also skilled at connecting with young people in a relatable and inspiring way. Whether in a classroom, after‑school program, or virtual setting, the facilitator will bring energy, empathy, and a strong sense of purpose to every session.

This position requires a combination of teaching ability, cultural responsiveness, and subject‑matter fluency (training and curriculum are provided). Facilitators must be able to foster open dialogue, encourage critical thinking, and adapt lessons to meet students where they are—while maintaining high expectations and a positive learning environment.

If you are committed to helping the next generation build financial confidence and independence, we invite you to be part of a mission‑driven team that’s changing lives one lesson at a time.

This is a 2‑week assignment, with an additional commitment of training prior to launch, and a close‑out day after SMASH Academy (see chart below for dates). Facilitators will need to embrace and model flexibility, adaptability, and a solution‑oriented mindset.

As this role has a virtual component, we expect staff to provide the following -- their own personal computer (desktop or laptop) that has a working webcam, speaker and microphone for video conferencing capabilities (i.e. Zoom, Google Hangouts, Cisco Webex); reliable Internet connection (at least 25 Mbps download speed); and quiet workspace for virtual programming. If you cannot provide your own equipment, please speak with your Program Director.

You must be available for all training and program dates.

Onboarding

5.30.2026 (National, Virtual)

Staff Training

6.1.2026 – 6.5.2026 (National, Virtual)

6.12.2026 (Site‑specific, In‑Person)

6.15.2026 – 7.2.2026 (Site‑specific, In‑Person)

Virtual Close Out

7.2.2026

Note:
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Key responsibilities include but are not limited to those listed below.

• Attend Training (see dates above)
• Adhere to the structure of curriculum provided by SMASH
• Facilitate Electives Sessions
• Three 1.5‑hr sessions 3 days/week (M, W,
  
  F)
• Alternate between whole group, small group, and individual facilitation
• Facilitate learning through inquiry
• Adequately prep for sessions by reviewing material
• Take attendance and communicate…