Job Description

The

Academy to Industry (A2I)

program equips underrepresented youth (ages 18-21) with tech skills in Splunk, AI and Tech Sales, paired with paid internships and financial literacy coaching. A2I focuses on workforce development, career readiness, and empowerment, preparing participants for high-growth industries.

The

Curriculum Lead

plays a key role in implementing, and enhancing A2I's educational programs while supporting development efforts, including grant writing, and cultivating relationships with corporate and community partners.

Position Overview

The

A2I Curriculum Lead

will:

Manage, and oversee all A2I educational content, including

tech sales, Splunk, AI, data, coding, and financial literacy programs

. Supervise program instructors and teaching assistants. Ensure curriculum aligns with career readiness, workforce requirements, and best practices. Collaborate with the Founder and Development team to provide content and metrics for

grant proposals

and reporting. Build and maintain relationships with

corporate partners, community organizations, and schools

to support program growth and internship placement opportunities. Continuously improve program materials and outcomes using participant feedback and industry trends.
This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about youth workforce development, tech education, and creating programs that empower youth to succeed.

Key Responsibilities:

Curriculum & Program Oversight

Implement, and update curriculum for all A2I programs. Ensure lessons are culturally relevant, engaging, and aligned with workforce expectations. Collaborate with instructors to maintain consistent teaching quality and best practices. Track student progress and outcomes to inform curriculum improvements.

Team Supervision

Oversee instructors and teaching assistants across multiple tracks Provide mentorship, coaching, and performance feedback to program staff.

Grant Writing & Development Support

Collaborate with the Development team to provide curriculum insights, learning outcomes, and program impact data for grant applications. Draft or review sections of grant proposals related to program design and educational outcomes. Assist in preparing reports for funders and donors to demonstrate program effectiveness.

Partner Engagement

Meet with corporate partners, internship sponsors, and community organizations to strengthen program offerings. Cultivate relationships to secure internships, sponsorships, and resources for students. Represent A2I at networking events, orientations, and community meetings.

Program Evaluation & Improvement

Collect and analyze program data to improve content, teaching strategies, and student outcomes. Keep curriculum up-to-date with current industry trends and career pathways. Integrate financial literacy, wellness, and career readiness into all educational tracks.

Qualifications

2+ years of experience in curriculum development, instructional design, or program management. Experience supervising instructors or program staff. Grant writing experience or familiarity with grant reporting. Experience engaging and managing external partners (corporate, community, educational). Strong knowledge of tech, data, AI, and financial literacy concepts (or willingness to learn quickly). Excellent communication, organization, and project management skills. Passion for youth development and equity-driven programming.

Key Attributes

Creative, adaptable, and results-oriented. Ability to manage multiple programs and partnerships simultaneously. Strong leadership, mentoring, and relationship-building skills. Comfortable working in a fast-paced nonprofit environment. Collaborative and team-focused mindset.

Compensation

Competitive salary based on experience. Benefits may include professional development, flexible scheduling, and mission-driven work culture.
Preferred Masters Student or completing a certification

Job Types: Part-time, Internship / Co-op
Contract length: 4 months

Pay: $22.50-$26.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30 per week

Application question(s):

Are you aware you MUST be in school for this role. Preferred Masters Student or completing a certification (tech related)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Toronto, ON M6P 1Z2

Expected start date: 2026-01-12