Illinois: Granite City
Granite City, IL 

The Granite City CEO is seeking a part-time CEO Program Facilitator to lead high school students through a hands-on, experience-based entrepreneurship program.

The facilitator creates an engaging learning environment, builds strong community relationships, and coordinates the daily operations of the program. This is a 20–25 hour per week role with 90 minutes of daily student contact time. Salary range is $20,000 - $24,000 based on experience and education.

What You will Do

Build meaningful relationships with students, business leaders, and community partners.

Coordinate business visits, guest speakers, host sites, and program logistics.

Guide students through class business, individual ventures, and the annual Trade Show.

Support student growth through weekly journals, coaching, and access to resources.

Maintain program communication, including social media updates and monthly board reports.

Incorporate Craig Lindvahl’s Life Lessons - Things You Wish You Knew Yesterday book throughout the program experience.

Who You Are

A natural “kid magnet” who loves working with students.

An excellent communicator and relationship builder.

Comfortable engaging with business leaders and investors.

Tech-savvy, adaptable, resourceful, and curious.

A facilitator, not an instructor, who leverages community experts.

Organized and able to manage multiple responsibilities independently.

If you are passionate about helping students grow, connecting with your business community, and bringing entrepreneurial learning to life, we would love to hear from you.

Start Date:

CEO offers real-life experiences through regular contact with local entrepreneurs, businesspeople, and community partners. Students in the program will come from area high schools and will meet from 7:30 AM to 9:25 AM, Monday through Friday during the school year.

Must be willing/able to meet licensing requirements with the State Board of Education.

Attend Midland Institute for Entrepreneurship New Facilitator Training June 23-24, 2026, in Effingham IL.

To Apply:

If you are passionate about cultivating lifelong learners, please send a cover letter and resume to info@granitecityceo.com or mail to Chairman Jon Roderick, C/O Jerry’s Cafeteria, 11920 Edison Avenue, Granite City, IL 62040. Application deadline is April 17, 20026.

Granite City CEO is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Northwest Illinois CEO is an Equal Opportunity Employer.