AbilityPath is hiring for a Training Coordinator!

The Training Coordinator supports the Family Resource Center by coordinating all parent education and training events. This role ensures that grant deliverables are met, collaborates with internal teams and community partners, and manages all aspects of planning, implementation, and follow-up for trainings. The Training Coordinator also helps maintain outreach, newsletters, and family-centered support through a DEI lens.

Bilingual in English/Spanish or other high-frequency languages in San Mateo County such as Portuguese, Mandarin, Cantonese or other Asian/Pacific Islander languages is preferred, but not required.

Compensation: $26-$28/hr (based on education and experience)

Schedule: Full time ( 40 hours/week) M-F Schedule located in Burlingame/Redwood City

ABOUT US:

We are a non-profit organization that provides a variety of programs and a lifespan of services for individuals with disabilities. Our mission to accept, respect, and include people of all abilities extends to every member of our community. We are committed to the lifelong process of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) learning and application to build a more inclusive culture, where everyone plays a role in advancing DEI. We will always have work to do, and we look forward to doing it TOGETHER!

WHAT WE OFFER:

At AbilityPath, we support a well-rounded career experience with a focus on career development, collaboration, employee wellness, and employee recognition, including the below benefits and opportunities for staff:

• Up to 4 weeks of PTO

• 10 paid holidays*

• Comprehensive and affordable medical, dental, and vision benefits upon hire*

• 401(k) plan with employer match

• Performance bonuses

• Educational reimbursement benefit with ongoing professional development and growth opportunities

*Full-time staff only

WHAT WE VALUE:

• Passion for the mission

• Interest in working with children with intellectual and developmental disabilities

• Teamwork and collaboration

• Effective and open communication, thoughtfulness, and ability to adapt

• Shared commitment to DEI in creating a community where all members can represent themselves authentically

We strongly encourage BIPOC, LGBTQ+, disabled, and any multiply marginalized people to apply. AbilityPath is committed to recruiting and retaining diverse diversity among our staff teams.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

Training Coordination

Plan and manage all aspects of trainings, from creating the annual calendar to handling logistics for in-person and virtual events. Facilitate and co-facilitate trainings such as Transition to Pre-K and IEP, in English and/or Spanish.

Outreach & Promotion

Promote trainings through flyers, newsletters, social media, and community partners. Support outreach activities by staffing events, presenting to families and providers, and entering activities into the ALICE database.

Participant Support

Provide technical assistance to families and providers to access trainings, manage breakout rooms for virtual events, and arrange interpreters as needed. Ensure sessions are family-centered and accessible.

Evaluation & Improvement

Create, distribute, and collect surveys, polls, and evaluations. Track participation in the ALICE database and use feedback to improve future trainings.

Collaboration & Communication

Engage actively in team meetings, reflective practice, and community partnership meetings. Contribute to the monthly newsletter by sharing resources, articles, and disability-related updates through a DEI lens.

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE:

In our approach to inclusive hiring, we recognize that job qualifications within hiring policies have been used to exclude candidates from marginalized backgrounds. Below is a list of Education and Work Experience that would be helpful to have in this role, however, we encourage you to apply even if you may not meet all of the listed qualifications, as any combination of lived and learned education and experience can make you a successful candidate.

• Bachelor’s degree in education, training, social services, or related field preferred

• Minimum of three (3) years relevant work experience coordinating trainings or educational events

• Experience working with families and children, preferably in educational or special needs settings

• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams, Clipchamp) and Acrobat required

• Familiarity with tools such as SurveyMonkey, Google Forms, Canva, or AI tools a plus

• Knowledge of the system of care for children with special needs in San Mateo County (or willingness to learn)

HIRING REQUIREMENTS:

• Valid California Driver’s License/ID and reliable transportation to travel between McCarthy and Sobrato offices

• Proof of negative TB test results

• Verification of occupational physical clearance

• Pass a criminal fingerprint clearance

• 18 years of age or job permit clearance

PHYSICAL ACTIVITY:

Employees have the opportunity to share access needs during the interview process, upon hire, and ongoing throughout their employment. AbilityPath recognizes that each person has unique access needs and we are committed to an ongoing evaluation process to make our organization more accessible to meet the needs of our team members.

• Ability to sit/stand and keyboard

• Ability to lift at least 25 lbs.

• Ability to drive and travel locally

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:

AbilityPath is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. We want to have the best available persons in every job. Our policy prohibits unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), color, national origin, gender identity, gender expression, ancestry (including language-use restrictions and possession of a driver’s license), citizenship, physical or mental disability, genetic characteristics, genetic information, marital status, domestic partner status, family care status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, legally protected medical condition, military or veteran status, or other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. AbilityPath will not tolerate any unlawful discrimination against, harassment of, or disrespectful or unprofessional conduct toward an employee based upon any of the protected characteristics listed above or based on the perception that anyone has any of those characteristics or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as having any of those characteristics. All such discrimination is unlawful.