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Position Summary:
Teach by Tech is seeking a dedicated and culturally competent Career Navigator & Digital Navigator/ Asst. Instructor to support adult English language learners as they pursue workforce and digital skills development. This role is 20 hours per week and will be split between career navigation (65%) and assisting with basic computer skills teaching (35%).
The ideal candidate is passionate about adult education, workforce development, and digital inclusion. They will work directly with clients to support their career goals and provide hands-on instruction in basic computer literacy to help bridge the digital divide.
Key Responsibilities:
Career Navigation (65%)
Employer Engagement & Partnerships
- Proactively contact employers to establish and maintain partnerships.
- Identify and cultivate job and internship opportunities for participants in targeted industries.
- Serve as the main liaison between Teach by Tech and employer partners, communicating workforce needs and opportunities.
- Track and document employer relationships, job postings, and hiring trends.
Client Support & Career Navigation
- Meet with program participants to discuss career interests, skills, and employment goals.
- Provide guidance on job readiness, resume building, and interview preparation as needed.
- Connect clients with appropriate job opportunities and facilitate introductions to employers.
- Maintain regular communication with clients to support their employment journey and address barriers to job placement.
Program Support
- Collaborate with instructors and staff to align training programs with workforce needs.
- Collect feedback from clients and employers to inform program improvements.
- Maintain accurate records of employer contacts, client interactions, and employment outcomes.
- Support events such as job fairs, employer info sessions, and networking workshops.
Digital Navigator/ Assistant Instructor (35%)
- Assist in facilitation of group and/or individual computer classes focused on foundational skills, such as:
- Using a mouse and keyboard
- Navigating the internet; Job search
- Setting up and using email
- Using Google Docs and Google Sheets
- Online safety and basic digital communication tools
- Adapt instruction to meet the needs of English language learners with varying literacy and technology experience.
- Assess client progress and adjust instruction accordingly.
- Foster a welcoming and supportive learning environment.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in workforce development, social services, human resources, business, or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
- Experience in employer engagement, job placement, or career counseling strongly preferred.
- Strong communication, networking, and relationship-building skills.
- Ability to work effectively with diverse populations, especially refugees and immigrants.
- Organized, self-motivated, and able to manage multiple responsibilities with minimal supervision.
- Familiarity with the Denver metro labor market a plus.
- Bilingual or multilingual skills are a plus.
Preferred Experience:
- Familiarity with digital literacy curriculum or tools such as Northstar Digital Literacy.
- Knowledge of local workforce systems and employment resources.
Pay: $23.00 - $25.00 per hour
Expected hours: 20.0 per week
Benefits:
- On-the-job training
Ability to Commute:
- Denver, CO 80204 (Required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Denver, CO 80204
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in career navigator jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in counseling, social work, education, or a related human services field
- Experience providing career counseling or employment coaching to diverse adult populations
- Proficiency with case management software and client tracking databases
- Knowledge of local labor market trends and regional employer networks
- Global Career Development Facilitator (GCDF) certification or willingness to obtain it
- Familiarity with WIOA-funded workforce programs and federal reporting requirements
Tips for Your Career Navigator Job Search
Tailor your resume to caseload metrics
Career navigator postings frequently ask for demonstrated client outcomes. Quantify your caseload size, job placement rates, or program completion numbers so hiring managers can see your direct impact rather than just your responsibilities.
Highlight case management software proficiency
Many employers screen for experience with workforce management systems like CalJOBS, America's Job Center platforms, or similar case tracking tools. Name the specific systems you've used rather than listing generic software skills.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists career navigator openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match your background and apply directly to each listing without sorting through unrelated postings.
Target postings by funding source
Career navigator roles funded by WIOA, Title I grants, or state workforce boards have distinct eligibility and reporting requirements. Identifying a posting's funding source helps you frame your resume around the compliance and documentation skills those programs prioritize.
Prepare scenario answers around barrier populations
Interviewers for career navigator roles consistently ask how you've supported clients facing housing instability, justice involvement, or long-term unemployment. Prepare two or three concrete scenarios with specific actions you took and what changed for the client.
Negotiate for professional development in your offer
Many career navigator positions operate on grant cycles with limited salary flexibility. When negotiating, ask about conference attendance, certification reimbursement, or supervision hours that count toward credentials like the Global Career Development Facilitator designation.
Career Navigator Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most career navigators?
The companies hiring the most career navigators right now include Delta Health Alliance, Glendale Community College, and Teach by Tech, with the largest share of openings in Mississippi, Arizona, and Colorado, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Community colleges, workforce development boards, and nonprofit employment agencies make up the majority of consistent employers in this field.
How many career navigator jobs are remote?
About 67% of career navigator openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on community-based nature of most roles. Sub-areas that skew most remote include virtual career coaching programs, online academic advising, and statewide workforce initiative coordination roles that don't require in-person client appointments.
How do you become a career navigator?
Start by completing a bachelor's degree in counseling, social work, psychology, or education, as most employers treat this as a baseline requirement. Build direct experience through internships or volunteer work at workforce development centers, college career offices, or community nonprofits. Pursue the Global Career Development Facilitator certification to strengthen your candidacy, and develop familiarity with case management platforms used in publicly funded workforce programs.
Can you get hired as a career navigator with little experience?
Yes, entry-level career navigator roles exist, particularly at community colleges and WIOA-funded one-stop centers that hire recent graduates in human services fields. Emphasize any advising, mentoring, or case coordination you've done in volunteer, practicum, or student employment contexts. Demonstrating knowledge of local labor market resources and showing genuine experience working with people navigating employment barriers will carry more weight than years of formal experience alone.
What does the career navigator interview process look like?
Most career navigator interviews include an initial screening call with HR or a program manager, followed by a panel interview with team members or program leadership. Expect behavioral questions centered on client scenarios, ethical dilemmas in service delivery, and how you handle caseload prioritization. Some employers add a role-play exercise where you conduct a mock intake or advising session to assess your direct client communication skills before making a final offer.
Where can I find and apply to career navigator jobs?
You can find and apply to career navigator jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from workforce development agencies, community colleges, healthcare systems, and nonprofits across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your background, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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