Education Specialist

Make a meaningful impact where it matters most.

Education can change the course of a person's life—and sometimes all it takes is one person who believes in them.

Join Aunt Leah's as an Education Specialist and help young people and young parents overcome barriers to education while building confidence, self-advocacy, and pathways toward graduation, training, and post-secondary success.

Working one-to-one with participants, you'll provide individualized education planning, advocacy, and practical support while helping navigate school systems, financial aid, bursaries, community resources, and educational opportunities. You'll collaborate with schools, community partners, and Aunt Leah's internal programs to ensure participants receive the wraparound support they need to achieve their goals. If you're passionate about youth development, education, advocacy, and empowering people to reach their potential, we'd love to hear from you.

Reporting to the Education Program Coordinator, the Education Specialist provides individualized education planning, advocacy, and wraparound support to youth and young parents pursuing educational goals ranging from adult upgrading to post-secondary education. Working from a trauma-informed, strengths-based approach, this role helps participants navigate education systems, overcome barriers, access financial supports and community resources, and build the confidence and skills needed for long‑term success.

The Education Specialist collaborates closely with schools, community partners, and internal programs to promote positive educational outcomes and participates in a scheduled on‑call rotation.

Education Program Coordinator

$ 25.17/hr.

Full‑Time Regular; 37.5 hours per week; 7.5 hr/day; generally, Monday‑Friday from 9:00am to 5:00 pm

• Post‑secondary education in Social Sciences, Social Worker Diploma, Child & Youth Care Diploma, and/or a related combination of education and experience
• Experience in social support field, career development, education mentoring/coaching and/or youth engagement or related experience

• Undergo and maintain a satisfactory Criminal Record Check (including vulnerable persons)
• Undergo and maintain a satisfactory Local Police Information Check (including vulnerable persons)
• Undergo & Maintain a MCFD Contracted Agency Caregiver Clearance
• Non‑Violent Crisis Intervention
• Agrees to the Society's Code of Ethics
• Follows Aunt Leah's Practice Guidelines

• 1 year experience working with youth in or from government care and/or at‑risk youth
• 1 to 2 years of relevant experience in a similar role
• Experience with advocacy
• Experience in foundational literacy/numeracy tutoring
• A valid driver's license and access to a vehicle
• Produce a clear Driver's Abstract
• Proof of vehicle business insurance and $5 million liability
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with youth, families, school staff, and community partners.
• Trauma‑informed, strengths‑based, youth‑centered practice with the ability to build trusting relationships that promote self‑advocacy and independence.
• Strong advocacy skills and knowledge of how to navigate education systems, supports, and barrier removal for youth success.
• Knowledge of the BC education system, including graduation pathways, post‑secondary options, and alternative learning resources.
• Strong problem‑solving and critical thinking skills to assess barriers and develop practical, youth‑centered solutions.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team and coordinate supports across education, social services, and community systems.
• Experience supporting educational planning, tutoring, workshops, or learning interventions to support student success.
• Strong organizational and documentation skills, including accurate case notes, reporting, and tracking systems.
• Ability to manage competing priorities, work independently, and adapt in dynamic environments.
• Cultural humility and ability to work respectfully with diverse youth, families, and communities.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to coach, mentor, and support skill development.
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