Full-Time Openings
Featured Position
Executive Director
The Executive Director (ED) will spearhead a vibrant $1.1 million organization known for its successful college and career advancement model. Building on two decades of accomplishments, the ED will partner with the Board of Directors and various stakeholders (including educational partners, community leaders, etc.) to define the future direction of Minds Matter Colorado and amplify its impact on students and the community. Reporting to the MMCO Board, the ED will actively engage with local stakeholders, collaborate with other Minds Matter chapters, and work alongside the National team to enhance the program's effectiveness throughout Colorado. Overseeing a team of four dedicated staff members and 160+ committed volunteers and mentors, the ED will provide strategic and operational leadership alongside the Board of Directors. As an experienced and entrepreneurial leader, the ED will personify the organization's values by prioritizing maintaining the organization’s health, securing sustainable funding, and driving program growth. Strong communication skills and the ability to network effectively with diverse stakeholders are essential to succeed in this role.
Part-Time Volunteer Openings
Program Mentor
Mentors ground their mentees in the Minds Matter Monday night experience. Supported by volunteer program leaders who facilitate a prepared curriculum, Mentors engage in conversation and connection building while drawing from our shared goals. Mentors don’t need to be experts in the following topics – they need to be willing to show up consistently and work through the prepared activities together:
- Establish a Mentoring Relationship
- Academic and College Guidance
- Personal and Leadership Development
- College Readiness and Transition
- Attend Mentor Training and Program Events
Mentoring typically involves a commitment of approximately 8 - 10 hours per month during the academic year. Minds Matter Colorado does not host programming during the summer or whenever school is out of session (winter break, spring break, etc.). The long-term time commitment is 3 years. We’re asking students to commit to 3 years of the program, so a matching commitment of support from caring adults is what we’re looking for.
Full Role Description:
Full Role Description:
Program Team Lead
Program Team Leads are responsible for leading and facilitating activities for ~6-10 Mentees and ~6-10 Mentors.
Program Team Leads lead the Minds Matter Monday night experience for mentors and mentees. With the support of a prepared curriculum (including lesson plans, activity instructions, handouts, and talking points), Program Team Leads facilitate activities and conversations geared towards our shared goals.
Skills required include:
- Experience teaching or facilitating learning of others, ideally experience with high school students
- Strong Interpersonal skills
- Passion for working with kids and building relationships
- Patience
- Strong organizational/tracking skills
- Strong writing skills
- Public speaking ability
- Strong role-model