After School Matters

Overview

The Welding Instruction and Trades Outreach Specialist is responsible for expanding welding and trades-based programs at various locations, planning and teaching programs, and establishing partnerships for career pathways for teens. This full-time position at After School Matters aims to enhance access to trades education and support community engagement.

Responsibilities

• Plan and teach daytime, after-school, and summer welding programs.
• Provide support to other after-school and summer trades programs.
• Establish partnerships to create career pathways for teens.
• Assist with recruitment and outreach efforts.
• Build relationships with community schools and partners.
• Maintain program quality and communicate compliance requirements.
• Lead planning and instructional facilitation of welding programs.
• Conduct comprehensive reviews of program budgets.
• Foster relationships with ASM staff and community stakeholders.
• Conduct assessments and site visits to address community needs.
• Develop partnerships with post-secondary training entities.
• Assist with planning branch showcases and special events.

Requirements

• Certified Welder with 2+ years of experience teaching welding.
• Bachelor’s Degree is a plus.
• 2+ years managing staff.
• 2+ years of youth programming experience.
• Valid Driver’s License and insured transportation preferred.
• Cook County residency required.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships.
• Exceptional organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Proven ability to oversee projects to successful completion.
• Strong multitasking skills and ability to meet deadlines.
• Customer service orientation.

Additional Information

• Full-time position beginning in June 2026.
• Work schedule: Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-5 p.m. during summer; 11 a.m.-7 p.m. during the school year.