What are the responsibilities and job description for the Graphic Design Facilitator (Ignition Lab) position at Operation Breakthrough?
Position Title: Graphic Design Facilitator (Part-Time)
Schedule: 2.5 hours per evening, M-Th (5:15-7:45)
Program Overview
Operation Breakthrough is launching an innovative evening program designed to empower at-risk teens by teaching real-world, hands-on skills that prepare them for industry-recognized certifications and future careers. Areas of instruction include graphic design, product design, fabrication, woodworking, computer technology, digital media, mechatronics, Cyber Security, and automotive technology.
Our mission is to provide meaningful opportunities for young people to explore their talents, develop job-ready skills, and gain the confidence they need to pursue post-secondary education or employment in high-demand fields.
Position Summary
The Twilight/Evening Graphic Design Facilitator provides hands-on instruction in visual communication and digital design to high school students. This role prepares students to earn industry-recognized certifications and/or develop a professional-quality portfolio that supports entry-level employment, internships, or postsecondary pathways in graphic design and creative industries.
The ideal candidate is a practicing designer and skilled educator who can translate professional workflows, tools, and design principles into engaging, project-based learning experiences for youth
Required Qualifications
- Demonstrated professional experience in graphic design or visual communication
- Proficiency in industry-standard design software
- Experience teaching, mentoring, or training youth or entry-level designers
- Strong communication, organization, and facilitation skills
- Ability to work evening/twilight hours consistently
Preferred Qualifications
- Industry-recognized design certifications (e.g., Adobe Certified Professional)
- Experience preparing learners for certifications or portfolio-based assessments
- Background in workforce development, CTE, or youth programming
- Experience working in urban or community-based education settings
- Bilingual skills a plus
Key Responsibilities
- Facilitate hands-on instruction in graphic design, including typography, layout, branding, and visual storytelling
- Teach industry-standard software and tools (e.g., Adobe Creative Cloud, Figma, Canva, or similar)
- Deliver curriculum aligned with industry-recognized certifications (e.g., Adobe Certified Professional)
- Support students in developing job-ready portfolios by the end of the program year
- Incorporate design critiques and feedback that mirror professional industry standards
- Create an inclusive, culturally responsive learning environment for high school students
- Model professional behaviors, including meeting deadlines, collaboration, and client-based thinking
- Assess student progress through projects, skill demonstrations, and portfolio reviews
- Collaborate with program staff to support student engagement, attendance, and workforce readiness
Work Schedule & Compensation
- 4 nights per week (M-Th) during the program year (mid-August through the end of May, with the summer months off)
- Compensation: Competitive hourly rate based on experience and certification.
Working Conditions
Indoor Lab, functional work area
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of an employee.
Operation Breakthrough is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment with Operation Breakthrough is “At Will”.