On-site
$27/hr–$30/hr
About Us The Silicon Valley Education Foundation (SVEF) is the largest educational nonprofit in Silicon Valley. We deliver and advocate for STEM education that inspires students who lack access and opportunity to succeed…
Skills: Youth development, Program facilitation, Community organizing, Leadership development, Career readiness
San Jose, California, United States · On-site
$30/hr–$32/hr
About Us The Silicon Valley Education Foundation (SVEF) is the largest educational nonprofit in Silicon Valley. We deliver and advocate for STEM education that inspires students who lack access and opportunity to succeed…
Skills: STEM Instruction, Program Coordination, Project Management, Mentorship, Instructional Facilitation
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The Student Success Coordinator facilitates career readiness and leadership workshops for high school students while managing program operations across multiple school sites. They are responsible for building community partnerships, coordinating service projects, and maintaining accurate program records.
Candidates must have at least two years of experience in youth development, education, or a related field and possess strong organizational skills. A valid California driver's license and the ability to work onsite after school hours are required.
About Us
The Silicon Valley Education Foundation (SVEF) is the largest educational nonprofit in Silicon Valley. We deliver and advocate for STEM education that inspires students who lack access and opportunity to succeed in college and careers. We believe that every student, regardless of background, is capable of pursuing higher education and improving their economic future.
Through proven programs and deep partnerships with districts and donors, SVEF helps close the achievement gap and prepares students to graduate career-ready and college-ready for a 21st-century workforce.
About the Role
The Student Success Coordinator creates engaging opportunities for high school students to develop leadership, career readiness, and civic engagement skills through community service, workshops, and hands-on learning experiences. Working in collaboration with schools and community partners, the Coordinator helps students build confidence, explore career pathways, and make meaningful connections between service, education, and future goals while supporting high-quality after-school programming across multiple school sites.
Position Title: Student Success Coordinator
Classification: non-exempt
Position Type: Part time (28 hours/week)
Reports To: Program Director
What You’ll do
Student Engagement and Program Facilitation (30-40%)
Facilitate the Serve. Lead. Succeed. program focused on career readiness, civic engagement, and leadership development.
Recruit and engage high school students in community service, leadership, and career exploration opportunities
Lead workshops and activities that help students build workplace skills, leadership, communication, and professionalism
Help students connect their volunteer experiences to resumes, career goals, and transferable skills
Supervise students during club meetings, service projects, field trips, and special events
Foster a positive, inclusive environment by coaching, encouraging, and supporting student growth
Support student leadership by encouraging participants to help plan and lead activities
Provide supervision or coverage for other ASSETS clubs and enrichment activities as needed
Program Operations and Administrative Support (60-70%)
Support the development and implementation of the Serve. Lead. Succeed. program across multiple school sites
Build partnerships with nonprofit organizations, businesses, colleges, and community agencies to expand student opportunities
Coordinate community service projects, guest speakers, workshops, field trips, and career-related events
Promote the program through student outreach, classroom presentations and collaboration with school staff
Coordinate student recruitment, registration, attendance, volunteer hour tracking, and program communications
Maintain accurate program records and support data collection for reporting and grant requirements
Coordinate family engagement activities that strengthen student participation and community connections
Manage supplies tracking, materials, and logistics for assigned program sites
Collaborate with the ASSETS team to strengthen program quality and student engagement across sites
Perform other duties as assigned
What We’re Looking For
Required Qualifications
Two (2) years of experience in youth development, education, community organizing, after-school programming, or a related field
Passion for youth leadership, civic engagement, and career readiness
Experience building positive relationships with students, families, school staff, and community partners
Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and projects
Effective written, verbal, and presentation skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.
Valid California driver's license and reliable transportation to travel between school sites
Availability to work after school hours onsite five days per week across program locations, with some weekends and evenings as needed
Preferred Qualifications
Experience facilitating youth leadership, service-learning, college and career readiness, or enrichment programs
Experience coordinating community events, volunteer opportunities, or partnerships
Experience working in schools, after-school programs, or nonprofit organizations
Bilingual in Spanish or Vietnamese
Physical Demands
Occasional physical activity may be required for related events such as lifting, carrying, and transporting materials, supplies, or equipment, and setting up displays.
Travel
Regular travel between ASSETS program sites is required. SVEF will reimburse employees for mileage that is incurred while driving their own vehicle on SVEF business outside their normal commute in accordance with applicable federal and state laws and regulations. The normal commute is traveling between an employee’s home and SVEF’s offices.
Preferred Start Date
Preferred start date: September 15, 2026
Elevating Achievement Through Innovation
Silicon Valley Education Foundation (SVEF) is a non-profit resource and advocate for students, educators, and corporate and individual donors. We drive scholastic achievement in the critical areas of math and science by combining resources and partnerships to provide innovative academic programs. We are a catalyst for policy solutions in public education. Our mission is to make Silicon Valley the leader in academically prepared students. Recipient of FOUR-STAR from Charity Navigator. Ranked one of the top 50 Education Foundations.
Offices: 1400 Parkmoor, S200, San Jose, CA 95126, US · 1400 Parkmoor Avenue, Suite 200, San Jose, CA 95126, US
Elevating Achievement Through Innovation
Silicon Valley Education Foundation (SVEF) is a non-profit resource and advocate for students, educators, and corporate and individual donors. We drive scholastic achievement in the critical areas of math and science by combining resources and partnerships to provide innovative academic programs. We are a catalyst for policy solutions in public education. Our mission is to make Silicon Valley the leader in academically prepared students. Recipient of FOUR-STAR from Charity Navigator. Ranked one of the top 50 Education Foundations.
Offices: 1400 Parkmoor, S200, San Jose, CA 95126, US · 1400 Parkmoor Avenue, Suite 200, San Jose, CA 95126, US