Position Title: Adult Basic Education Coordinator
Reports to: Program Director and Executive Director
Status: Hourly position, 22-25 hours/week
Pay Rate: $24.50-$26.00/hour, depending on experience
Benefits: Generous PTO and on-site parking
About Tompkins Learning Partners:
Tompkins Learning Partners has 49 years of history providing support to adult learners in Tompkins County. Volunteer tutors and staff partner with students to help them reach their educational and life goals through 1:1 tutoring and occasional small-group learning. Our work together is focused on: English language learning; adult basic education, including studying to earn a High School Equivalency diploma; and preparation for the US citizenship interview. We believe that education transforms lives, and we enjoy celebrating with our students as they find or improve employment, become confident and articulate communicators in a new language, volunteer in our community, reach their educational goals, achieve US citizenship, pursue long-held dreams, and more!
General Description of Responsibilities:
Plans, implements, and manages educational programs for adult learners working at a basic or intermediate literacy level. Recruits, trains, coordinates, and supports volunteers who deliver instruction to adult students seeking to improve their reading, writing, math, computer, or other literacy skills. Coordinates instructional programs tailored to students’ individual goals. Assists students in setting and achieving their own self-determined learning goals. Administers educational assessments, makes referrals, and conducts community outreach for TLP’s Adult Basic Education program. Works closely with, and under the immediate supervision of, TLP’s Program Director.
Examples of Specific Duties:
Volunteer Recruitment, Training, and Management: Recruits, screens, trains, and supervises volunteers for jobs as Adult Basic Education tutors. Designs and presents learning materials used in initial and ongoing volunteer training sessions. Promptly responds to inquiries from prospective volunteers in coordination with the Program Assistant.
Program Implementation: Coordinates matches between students and tutors. Helps students and volunteers set goals and assess progress. Keeps accurate records and collects statistical data for reports. Advises students and volunteers on ways to overcome obstacles to learning. Fosters open communication with tutors and students.
Community Outreach: Speaks to community groups with the dual purposes of recruiting volunteers and students. Networks with community agencies to encourage prospective student referrals, with a focus on reaching underserved communities. Engages in community outreach and education to increase awareness of literacy needs in our community. Assists in increasing the visibility of the agency and its work via social media, tabling at community events, newsletter articles, and other modes of community awareness and promotion.
Program Development: Develops instructional resources and identifies books and other resources needed for the library. Participates in grant writing opportunities and reports outcomes and other required information to funders. Attends professional development training and staff meetings, and participates in setting and attaining organizational goals.
Student Recruitment, Intake, and Case Management: Recruits, assesses, and orients prospective students. Primarily assigns students to a volunteer tutor, but may teach or co-teach when needed. Informs students about additional learning opportunities and provides on-going support to ensure that students have the educational resources needed to reach their goals. Provides case management for each student, including annual formal check-ins and assessments using the TABE. Makes appropriate referrals to support student attendance and overall well-being. Maintains up-to-date student records.
Staff Collaboration: Attends and participates in Program Improvement Team meetings and staff meetings. Works to ensure that students meet all benchmarks and that reports are submitted in a timely manner. Carries out TLP’s mission and ensures that students, volunteers, and visitors feel welcome at TLP. Performs other duties as required.
Desired Qualifications and Skills:
- Bachelor’s degree in Reading, Adult Education, or related field. Master’s degree preferred. Equivalent experience will be considered.
- Outstanding teaching skills, NYS Certification preferred.
- Successful experience teaching adults with basic skill levels.
- Training, supervision, and program development experience preferred.
- Openness and respect for the many cultures and diverse backgrounds of local residents.
- Commitment to student-centered adult education.
- Ability to travel and to have the flexibility to meet students and tutors when they are available, including the ability to work occasional nights and weekends.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Exemplary interpersonal skills.
- Sense of humor and flexibility.
- Ability to work cooperatively as a positive and contributing member of a team.
- Ability to work calmly and professionally under pressure.
- Ability to organize work, meet deadlines, and keep thorough and accurate records.
- Proficient with MS Office, particularly Word and Excel.
- Commitment to ongoing learning and growth.
To apply, send a cover letter and résumé to Donna Ramos. This position is open until filled.
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