Position Title: Pathways Coordinator

Hourly Pay: $28

Location: Teen Tech Center, 727 Lancaster Blvd, Lancaster, CA 93535

Schedule: Full-time; standard hours 10:00AM - 7:00PM. Schedule varies based on operational needs. May require occasional evenings, weekends, or travel for events, college tours, employer visits, and community programming.

Reports to: Program Director of The Teen Tech Center

Scope: AVBGC-wide, with primary base at the Teen Tech Center

Position Summary:

The Pathways Coordinator supports youth ages 12–18 in exploring and pursuing their post-secondary pathway, including college, careers, trades, certifications, or direct workforce entry. This role provides individualized guidance, skill-building, and meaningful experiences to help each participant successfully transition from high school.The Coordinator develops and delivers Pathways programming through workshops, one-on-one coaching, employer and community partnerships, and hands-on learning opportunities that prepare youth for their next steps. Working with the Program Director, Regional Directors, site leaders, schools, families, and community partners, the Coordinator aligns programming with organizational goals.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Pathway Exploration and Individual Planning

• Conduct individual pathway counseling sessions to help youth explore and identify potential post-secondary directions  including college, trade school, certification programs, entrepreneurship, military service, or direct workforce entry  based on their skills, interests, and values.
• Administer age-appropriate career assessments, interest inventories, and self-reflection activities for participants ages 12–18.
• Guide youth through self-assessment activities including strengths identification, values clarification, and goal setting to build the self-knowledge that underpins any successful pathway.
• Develop and maintain individual Pathway Plans for each participant, updated regularly to reflect progress, shifting interests, and evolving goals.
• Maintain current knowledge of local labor market trends, industry skill requirements, and post-secondary opportunities relevant to youth in the Antelope Valley.

College and Post-Secondary Preparation

• Coordinate college application workshops covering FAFSA completion, essay writing, application processes, and informed decision-making across post-secondary options.
• Develop and maintain partnerships with local colleges, universities, trade schools, and certification programs.
• Facilitate college readiness workshops covering study skills, college life preparation, academic planning, and navigating campus resources.
• Connect youth with college representatives, admissions counselors, and dual enrollment opportunities.
• Ensure participants understand and can meaningfully evaluate the full range of pathways, including community college, trade programs, apprenticeships, and workforce entry alongside four-year options.

Workforce Readiness and Job Search Skills

• Design and facilitate workshops covering resume writing, cover letter creation, interview preparation, professional communication, and workplace etiquette.
• Teach effective job search strategies including online applications, networking, and professional follow-up.
• Coordinate mock interview sessions and job application workshops using real-world scenarios.
• Create and implement job readiness training that includes financial literacy, time management, and professional development.
• Facilitate entrepreneurship and business development activities for participants interested in self-employment or small business ownership.

Portfolio Development and Pathways Showcase

• Guide youth in creating comprehensive portfolios that showcase their skills, projects, certifications, and achievements in a format suited to their individual pathway.
• Coordinate Pathways Showcase events where youth present their portfolios and projects to family members, professionals, and community partners.
• Connect youth with community opportunities to display or present their work at local events, employer visits, and partner organizations.

Employer, Industry, and Professional Network Development

• Research, contact, and coordinate guest speakers, employer panelists, and industry professionals from diverse backgrounds relevant to participants' pathway interests.
• Develop and maintain relationships with local employers, business leaders, college representatives, and community professionals to sustain a strong Pathways network.
• Create and maintain a speaker and employer database to support ongoing relationship management and program continuity.
• Facilitate networking events, industry site visits, employer panels, and pathway fairs that connect youth with the people and opportunities most relevant to their goals.

Resource Management and Labor Market Knowledge

• Maintain current pathway and career resource databases with up-to-date information on local employers, colleges, trade programs, scholarships, and certifications.
• Provide quarterly updates on local labor market trends, emerging fields, and in-demand skills relevant to Antelope Valley youth.
• Stay informed about scholarships, competitions, and recognition programs and proactively connect participants with appropriate opportunities.

Experiential Learning and Work-Based Opportunities

• Connect youth with internships, job shadowing, apprenticeships, volunteer opportunities, and service-learning projects aligned with their individual pathway.
• Develop partnerships with local employers to create authentic, pathway-relevant work-based learning experiences.
• Facilitate service-learning projects that build real skills while contributing to the community.
• Track and evaluate experiential learning outcomes and participant skill development.

Community Engagement and Outreach

• Create and distribute program flyers, promotional materials, and community communications to support Pathways recruitment and visibility, including obtaining required district approval and coordinating distribution through schools, community partners, and approved channels.
• Develop outreach strategies to promote Pathways programming to youth, families, and community partners.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with local schools, families, district partners, and community organizations.
• Support school-year operations involving specialized teen programming, including outreach, attendance growth, and general program oversight.

Family Communication and Participant Recruitment

• Communicate regularly with parents and guardians regarding program schedules, enrollment opportunities, expectations, and updates.
• Support participant recruitment efforts for Pathways and community-based programming.
• Build trusting, ongoing relationships with families to encourage consistent participation and long-term engagement.
• Demonstrate strong presentation skills with the ability to communicate program benefits effectively to diverse audiences.

Portfolio Management and Individual Advising

• Provide ongoing individual pathway advising to program participants, meeting them where they are and building toward their specific goals.
• Develop and maintain individualized Pathway Plans for each youth participant, updated regularly to reflect growth and changing direction.
• Refer youth to additional support services academic support, mental health resources, and family services  when needed.
• Monitor participation, attendance, and program outcomes to evaluate effectiveness and identify opportunities for improvement.

Operational Support

• Assist with overall site needs to ensure the Teen Tech Center remains organized, responsive, and prepared for programming and community-based services.
• Support safe and proper opening and closure of site operations.
• Help coordinate staff coverage, supplies, and communication needed for smooth daily operations.
• Respond flexibly to changing operational needs, including schedule adjustments tied to programming calendars, family events, and community needs.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND COMPENTENCIES

• Strong communication, relationship-building, and presentation skills with youth, families, staff, schools, employers, and community partners.
• Ability to build trust with youth and support diverse post-secondary pathways based on individual goals.
• Experience planning and facilitating engaging college, career, and workforce readiness programs.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage programming, advising, outreach, and multiple priorities.
• Experience coordinating events, guest speakers, employer partnerships, and experiential learning opportunities.
• Proficiency with data tracking, resource management, and participant documentation.
• Strong attention to detail, time management, problem-solving, and follow-through.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with leadership and site teams.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred or equivalent experience in education, youth development, human services, or a similar field.
• One to three years of experience working with youth in a school, nonprofit, or community setting required.
• Experience in college and career readiness, workforce development, advising, case management, or counseling preferred.
• Experience with volunteer coordination, community outreach, family engagement, event planning, or program administration preferred.
• Familiarity with FAFSA, college admissions, scholarships, trades, certifications, and post-secondary pathways is a plus.
• Must pass a background check and meet all Boys & Girls Club compliance requirements.

WORK ENVIRONMENT 

This position is based at the Teen Tech Center but includes coordination responsibilities that support all AVBGC program sites. The role requires regular interaction with youth, families, staff, volunteers, interns, school partners, employers, college representatives, and community members. The Pathways Coordinator must be able to manage both direct site-based programming and broader organization-wide coordination in a fast-paced, community-centered environment.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Maintain a positive, professional, and energetic presence.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Travel between Club sites and community locations; valid California driver's license and insurable driving record required. Mileage reimbursement provided for work-related travel.
• Ability to work in loud environments, stand for extended periods, bend, stoop, climb, walk frequently, and lift up to 40 pounds.
• Evening and weekend availability required for events, college tours, employer partnerships, and community programming.

BENEFITS

Health Insurance Club covers 100% of the Bronze Plan. Employees are responsible for spouse/dependent coverage.

Dental/Vision Club covers 50%

401 (k) Retirement Plan Employee contributions available shortly after hire; employer contributions for eligible employees who meet age and service requirements.

Long Term Disability Club covers 50% (available during open enrollment only)

Short Term Disability Club covers 50% (available during open enrollment only)

Vacation 40 hours after 1 year | 80 hours after 3 years | 120 hours after 6 years | 160 hours after 10 years

Paid Holiday 12 paid holidays: New Year's Day, MLK Jr. Day, Presidents Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, Day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day

Sick Leave 40 hours (after 90 days of employment)

Employee Assistance Programs Available after 90 days on the first of the month. Includes: 3 counseling sessions, Toll-Free Crisis Line, Legal & Financial Resource Center, Active Daily Living Resource Center, weekly wellness webinars, free kits, and consumer discounts.

DISCLAIMER

The information presented indicates the general nature of work and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, nor to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and objectives required of employees assigned to this job. Employer or employee may terminate the employment relationship at any time with or without cause.