CyberPatriot Facilitator

Description

Department: Special Projects

Reports To: Cyber Patriot Coordinator

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Schedule: Part-Time, approximately 15 hours per week

Location: Various school sites throughout Los Angeles and the San Fernando Valley

Assignment Term: This position is contingent upon annual contract approval and is currently expected to continue through May 2027.

The Cyber Patriot Facilitator works closely with the Cyber Patriot Coordinator to implement and support the Cyber Patriot program at participating high school sites. This position facilitates cybersecurity and coding activities, supports students as they prepare for competitions, maintains required program documentation, and helps ensure that program goals and objectives are achieved.

Cyber Patriot is a Beyond the Bell program designed to introduce students to cybersecurity, information technology, and coding through a competition-based curriculum. Students prepare to participate in the Cyber Patriot competition during the fall semester and the National Cyber League competition during the spring semester.

This position requires regular travel to school sites throughout the Los Angeles area and the San Fernando Valley. Employees will be assigned a primary work location or designated hub based on their program assignment.

The Cyber Patriot Facilitator will:

• Facilitate cybersecurity, coding, curriculum-based, and educational activities for participating students.
• Instruct, guide, and support students as they develop technical skills and prepare for Cyber Patriot and National Cyber League competitions.
• Lead icebreakers, team-building exercises, and other student engagement activities as needed.
• Facilitate student competition events and provide supervision during competitions, field trips, and special events.
• Attend required trainings, meetings, conference calls, and coaching sessions.
• Participate in weekly meetings with the Cyber Patriot Coordinator, Site Coordinators, and other Facilitators to support effective program implementation.
• Work collaboratively with school-site staff under the direction of the Cyber Patriot Coordinator.
• Maintain accurate and timely program documentation, including student registration forms, attendance and sign-in/sign-out records, and field trip paperwork.
• Organize, transport, distribute, and maintain program materials and supplies.
• Pick up program supplies from Edu Care’s Main Office, warehouse, or other designated locations as needed.
• Monitor student participation, engagement, behavior, and safety during program activities.
• Follow all Edu Care Foundation, school-site, and program policies and procedures.
• Maintain a safe, inclusive, supportive, and engaging learning environment.
• Serve as a substitute facilitator at other program locations when needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• An associate degree from an accredited college or university, completion of at least two years of college, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• At least two years of experience working in an after-school, youth development, educational, or similar program.
• Previous experience working with elementary, middle, or high school students.
• Experience with Cyber Patriot programming and lesson planning.
• Ability to instruct, engage, and support student participants.
• Working knowledge of advanced Windows and Linux operating systems.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational, administrative, and time-management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and prioritize assignments effectively.
• Strong initiative, attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and follow-through.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to remain focused and productive while working in an environment with frequent interruptions.
• Ability to adapt to changing program needs, schedules, locations, and assignments.
• Availability to work approximately 15 hours per week, Monday through Friday, during after-school hours.
• Availability to work occasional Saturdays for student competitions, field trips, and special events.
• A valid California Class C driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Willingness and ability to travel to multiple locations throughout Los Angeles and the San Fernando Valley.

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• CompTIA A+, Network+, or Security+ certification.
• Google Cybersecurity Professional Certificate, IT Fundamentals certification, or a comparable credential.
• Experience using the Python programming language.
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish.

Student Engagement: Builds positive relationships with students and creates an encouraging, inclusive learning environment.

Technical Knowledge: Demonstrates the technical knowledge required for the position and remains current on cybersecurity and…