Lead Education Facilitator

JOB TITLE: Education Facilitator 

EMPLOYER: Path2freedom

REPORTS TO:  Education Supervisor

SUMMARY:

The Education Facilitator delivers Path2Freedom’s trauma-informed education services for teen survivors of human trafficking within the Safe House setting. Path2Freedom’s education program operates within a family-style model of care and an evidence-based, trauma-informed framework. The Education Facilitator ensures instructional practices align with the organization’s Christ-centered identity in ways that are invitational and compliant with resident rights, court orders, and licensing requirements.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Deliver individualized, small-group, and whole-group instruction aligned to each student’s academic level, learning plan, and readiness for engagement, using trauma-informed strategies 

• Provide one-on-one academic support and tutoring to address skill gaps, rebuild confidence as a learner

• Support curriculum implementation and instructional planning, including lesson preparation

• Administer and/or support educational screenings and assessments (formal or informal), track progress over time, and use results to adjust instruction and interventions

• Maintain consistent classroom structure and routines; communicate expectations clearly; and respond to behavioral challenges with calm, trauma-informed de-escalation and repair

• Build supportive relationships with students; model healthy communication, boundaries, and conflict resolution in alignment with Path2Freedom’s culture and resident rights

• Coordinate with the child’s State multidisciplinary team to support each resident’s education plan, service plan goals, and transition planning

• Maintain accurate, timely documentation as required, including attendance, lesson plans, grades/work samples, progress notes, behavior/incident-related education documentation as appropriate, and required entries in database

• Plan and participate in educational enrichment activities (field trips, life skills learning labs, community experiences, guest instruction) that support academic engagement, career exploration, and pro-social development

• Maintain a safe, organized learning environment; ensure materials and technology are used in accordance with program safety guidelines

• Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and supervision as scheduled; complete required annual trainings and contribute to continuous improvement of the education program

• Fosters Path2Freedoms Christ-led approach to navigating potentially triggering situations with residents, such as offering prayer or praying with residents who request it; Model compassion, integrity, and hope

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

This position does not have direct supervisory authority but works collaboratively with all education facilitators and provides guidance to tutors, volunteers, and support staff as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience with home education, teaching, or tutoring preferred

• Experience working with trauma survivors preferred

• Successful completion of Level 2 background screening (required before hire)

• CPR training (provided by Path2Freedom)

• Pre-service training (provided by Path2Freedom)

• Medication administration training (provided by Path2Freedom)

• Trauma-informed care training (provided by Path2Freedom)

• Commitment to Path2Freedom’s mission and values

COMPETENCIES:

• Trauma-Informed Instruction & Student Support: Delivers individualized/small-group instruction aligned to student academic level and emotional needs; supports re-engagement in learning; uses calm, strengths-based responses to behavior and conflict.

• Classroom Management, Structure & Safety: Maintains a safe, structured, nurturing classroom environment; models positive communication; supports de-escalation and consistent routines; participates appropriately in field trips/enrichment.

• Organization, Reliability & Professional Responsibility: Demonstrates punctuality, preparedness, and follow-through; manages time and priorities; maintains classroom organization and supply inventory; completes assigned duties consistently.

• Documentation & Communication: Maintains accurate records (attendance, progress notes/reports, grading/assessments as applicable); communicates regularly with Head of School/Home Ed liaison and program staff to ensure consistency and continuity.

• Teamwork, Coachability & Professional Growth: Works respectfully and collaboratively; receives feedback well and applies it; remains teachable/humble; contributes to a positive team culture (patient, compassionate, peacemaker mindset).

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• This position is on-site within a small classroom environment, occasionally requiring participation in offsite field trips or enrichment activities

• Frequent sitting, standing, walking, and light lifting (up to 20 lbs)

• Exposure to moderate noise levels and occasional behavioral escalations due to student trauma histories