Black Excellence Group Facilitator Portland, OR · Part time

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Black Excellence Group is a social impact organization serving pre-k through 8th grade students across Portland Public Schools. Through our four pillars—Weekly BE Group© programming, Advocacy, Student Supports, and Excellence Experiences©—we support over 500 BE students each year with affirming and trajectory shifting programming.

Facilitator (Seasonal, Part-Time) 

2 - 10 Hours per Week | September–May

Join Black Excellence Group and Impact Students 

At Black Excellence Group (BE Group), we empower students in Portland through culturally affirming, relationship-centered programming. We support over 500 students from PreK through Middle School with dynamic services designed to foster belonging, confidence, and community. 

Black Excellence Group is a social impact organization serving pre-k through 8th grade students across Portland schools. Through our four pillars—Weekly BE Group© programming, Advocacy, Student Supports, and Excellence Experiences©—we support over 500 BE students each year with affirming and trajectory shifting programming so our children can thrive. If you are passionate about working with students and contributing to a positive space where young are reminded of their greatness and inspired to dream big, we invite you to join our team. 

About the Role 

We are hiring 2–3 seasonal, part-time Facilitators to join our Program Team for the school year (Late September–May). We're looking for two Facilitators with committed 2-day availability (any combination of Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, or Friday), and one Facilitator with flexible availability who can also help cover occasional substitute shifts as program needs arise. Facilitators may serve as Lead Facilitator, Co-Facilitator, or both, depending on program needs and your experience. Facilitators are often invited to return for future school years. 

Schedule & Hours 

• Approximately 2-10 hours per week (based on your availability and our program Weekly Cohort Schedule) 
• In-person facilitation at assigned school sites, with limited remote preparation and administrative work 
• Weekday availability required 
• Facilitators will facilitate their assigned cohorts at a set time twice weekly—on two of these days: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, or Friday. One position includes flexibility to provide substitute coverage as program needs arise. 
• Specific facilitation days and group assignments will be determined based on facilitator availability and program needs 

 

Facilitators are culture-setters and atmosphere-shifters. They create safe, engaging, and joyful spaces where students build confidence, connection, and skills. Whether leading or supporting a session, Facilitators play a critical role in delivering BE Group’s activities with care, consistency, and student responsiveness. 

Key Responsibilities:  

• Facilitate or co-facilitate weekly BE Group sessions at assigned school sites, delivering or supporting weekly activities. 
• Arrive one hour prior to sessions to prepare materials, set the environment, and support student transitions; assist with cleanup after sessions. 
• Build strong, trusting relationships with students and serve as a consistent, affirming adult presence. 
• Participate in required staff trainings, team briefings, weekly collaboration zoom meetings, and team gatherings. 
• Capture and submit required administrative items, including attendance and data. 
• Support communication with school staff and families when assigned to Lead Facilitation duties. 

 

Required Qualifications, Skills and Experience: 

• Lived experience and cultural awareness that support building trust, connection, and affirming relationships with students and community. 
• Understanding of emotionally responsive and developmentally appropriate practices. 
• At least 2 years of experience working in a school or community-based youth program setting. 
• Experience facilitating groups or supporting group-based programming. 
• Strong relationship-building and communication skills. 
• Self-discipline to maintain excellence within role and responsibilities.  
• Ability to follow structured activity plans while adapting to group dynamics. 
• Organized, dependable, and comfortable working in dynamic school environments. 

 

Preferred Experiential Background: 

• Experience delivering structured activities or lesson plans in school or community program settings. 
• Familiarity with culturally specific education programs and social-emotional learning (SEL) models. 
• Experience communicating with school staff and families. 
• Prior experience serving in a Lead Facilitator or instructional role. 

 

Benefits:  

• Meaningful, mission-driven work with direct impact on students’ lives 
• Generous sick leave and paid holidays 
• Annual wellbeing bonus to support your wellness goals 
• A passionate and supportive, values-aligned team environment 

 

Our Commitment to Equity & Inclusion 

Black educators, facilitators, and community leaders are strongly encouraged to apply. We value lived experience, cultural connection, and the ability to build authentic, affirming relationships with students and families. 

BE Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status under applicable law. 

Compliance & District Requirements 

This position abides by ODE regulations, District policies, and BE Group norms and protocols. 

Required to work directly with students: 

• BE Group staffing background check 
• Completion of District-required trainings within the first 10 days 
• Oregon Department of Education criminal background check and fingerprinting 
• Compliance with District on-site protocols, including sign-in and badge requirements