The Prevention Educator is responsible for the direct implementation of CAASEs 5-session Empowering Youth to End Sexual Exploitation (EY) curriculum, 3-session Beyond the Screen (BTS) curriculum, and single-session workshops. Educators are responsible for collecting pre- and posttests, maintaining relationships with community partners, supporting the Prevention Internship program, participating in data analysis, and updating the curriculum annually.

Responsibilities Program Facilitation

Facilitate CAASE curricula by leading and co-leading single-session and/or multi-session educational programs with youth ages 14+

Apply trauma-informed, and student-centered approaches to facilitation

Collaborate with co-facilitators to ensure consistent, high-quality program delivery

Represent CAASE in existing relationships with community partners, including teachers, social workers, and other community-based organizations, upholding CAASEs values in all external engagement

Serve as a point of contact for teachers and/or school personnel at partner institutions

Assist in the training and development of Prevention Interns, including modeling effective facilitation and providing feedback Program Evaluation & Curriculum Development

Collect pre- and post-surveys for participants

Participate in survey data processing and analysis

Support the Prevention Department in updating and revising curriculum to maintain cultural relevance and effectiveness

Assist with piloting new or updated workshops Administrative & Departmental Support

Attend team, all-staff and other cross-departmental meetings as required

Participate in CAASE fundraising events and activities as required

Participate in professional development opportunities to maintain and expand subject-matter expertise and facilitation skills

Support the Prevention Department in program organization and other tasks as assigned

Education and Experience

Bachelors Degree in Education, Social Work, or related field. Experience may be substituted for education.

Some experience in education, youth services, or violence prevention education. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Demonstrated interest and experience in social justice or related topics.

Proven ability to work collaboratively and communicate with external stakeholders.

Knowledge and expertise in Microsoft Office.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Excellent presentation skills.

Excellent classroom management skills.

Demonstrated flexibility and receptiveness to feedback

Reliable transportation or means to travel throughout Chicago schools.

Sensitivity and cultural humility to issues of sexual violence and exploitation.

Commitment to CAASEs strategic goal of transforming a culture that perpetuates sexual harmincluding demand for the commercial sex industryinto a culture allied with people who have a lived experience of sexual violation.

Commitment to ending the perpetration of sexual exploitation in Chicago and Illinois.

Commitment to feminist principles.

Salary and Benefits

The starting annual salary for this position is $53,000 – $58,000 and may be negotiable depending on experience. CAASE strives to provide a comprehensive and equitable benefits package, including health and dental coverage with employer contributions to premiums, opt…