Education Partnerships Coordinator

Contract Term: 1-Year
Position Type:Part-Time
Location:Toronto, ON
Reports To:Program Director
Collaborates Closely With:Program Team

Position Overview

The Employment & Education Partnerships Coordinatorplaysa central rolein supporting

StepStonesyouth to access meaningful, part-time employment and education opportunities that accommodate their school schedules and personal growth goals. This role emphasizes buildingstrategic partnerships with employers, training programs, and post-secondary institutionsthat are committed to offering opportunities toStepStonesyouth.

The Coordinatorcomplements the Connections Coordinators’work by advancing placement opportunities and preparing youth for success in the workforce and in learning environments. Youth support should be guided by the individualized education and employment plans developed by Connections Coordinators.

Key Responsibilities

Partnership Development & Employer Engagement

• Identify, build, andmaintainpartnerships with employers, training institutions, and corporate stakeholders
• Promote theStepStonesmodel and the mutual benefits of hiring or mentoring
  
  Step Stonesyouth
• Develop flexible, part-time employment opportunities aligned with youth education plans
• Coordinate customized placements and workplace readiness in collaboration with Connections Coordinators and Supervisors
• Develop workplace partnerships that reflect equity, mentorship, and long-term success
• Work with employers after hire to ensure the success of the new hire. Check inon a monthly basisto review progress
• Maintain a roster of a minimum of 10 employers who are ready and able to hire new youth.
• Maintain a roster of a minimum of 10 employers who have currently hired youth and support this roster on an ongoing and regular basis.
• Ensure employersmaintainthe part time agreement and do not encourage youth to drop out or reduce school involvement.
  
  Most employers will not bepermittedto hire for more than 15 hours in the case that a youth has not completed post-education unless it is in the summer months

Youth-Focused Employment & Education Support

• Prepare youth for employment throughone to one:
• Resume building and job search
• Interview preparation and mock interviews
• Workplace expectations, communication coaching, and first-day readiness
• Assist with job applications, training program enrollment, or alternative education pathways
• Celebrate progress and help youth navigate any setbacks along the way
• Tailor supports using the Connections Coordinators’ education plansas a foundation
• Place a minimum of45youth in job placements per yearwhomaintainthese job placements for a minimum of5months each
• Utilize the education plan for each youth

Ongoing Support & Monitoring

• Conduct regular check-ins with youth and employer partners
• Coordinate access to supportssuch asclothing, TTC fares, equipment, oradditionalcoaching
• Troubleshoot issues or advocate for accommodations as needed
• Track outcomes, provide progress updates, and contribute to program evaluation

How This Role Supports the Team

This position worksin collaboration with the Connections Coordinatorsby:

• Offering employment and education-specific coaching that complements community connection and life skills support
• Leadsexternal partnership building
  to securereal opportunities for youthso Coordinators can focus on wraparound and life skills support
• Aligning placements with youth goals and schedules alreadyidentifiedin program planning
• Contributing to shared outcomes around engagement, retention, and long-term success

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum 3–5 years of experience inemployment services, workforce development, education access, or youth programming
• Minimum 3years experiencebuildingcorporate or community partnerships—especially with employers or post-secondary institutions
• Demonstrated success inyouth engagement and strengths-based practiceespecially when working with hard to service youth
• Understanding of trauma-informed, anti-oppressive, and youth-centered approaches
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills
• Deep understanding of systemic barriers faced by youth in care or experiencing homelessness

• Experience in employer outreach,…