Neighborhood Centers Association
Hiring: Three Adult Literacy Educator positions are available
NCA Adult Literacy Educators teach both academic (HISET/GED) and non-academic skills such as social and emotional learning, financial literacy, social justice, and workforce readiness skills. The Adult Literacy Educator will work onsite at NCA or a partner organization, which may or may not include placement in a carceral setting. A strong candidate will be comfortable teaching through hybrid, synchronous, and asynchronous distance education classes. The ideal candidate is comfortable with multi-level classes, can provide individualized instruction to supplement group learning, and can develop and follow individual student success. NCA believes in a culture of life-long learning grounded in principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are committed to supporting our adult learners as they navigate the system and gain the necessary knowledge and skills to challenge systematic and ideological cultures of oppression. The perfect candidate for the position will have the educational experience to develop and/or implement curriculum, knowledge of partnerships with other educational/learning institutions, and investment in cultivating students’ interest in social justice. This is an exciting position for an individual who desires to help shape and lead dynamic programming in a community-based setting, collaborate with fellow educators, and serve adults who need extra support to excel. The Adult Literacy Educators report to the Director, Aspire Program.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Participate in community outreach and student recruitment efforts
• Assist with student orientation
• Assist with identification and recruitment of Student Champions
• Prepare lessons (aligned with the college and career readiness standards for adult education) that include formal and contextual material.
• Help students connect learning standards to personal needs/goals
• Provide instruction in one or more subjects including reading, language arts, math, science, and social studies.
• Present instruction through live classes with follow-up, or supplemental instruction individually in or out of class.
• Conduct classes that can include all in person attendance or a hybrid component with students in person and online at the same time.
• Incorporate principles of Universal Design for Learning to differentiate instruction for diverse learners
• Adhere to state policies regarding learners with disabilities
• Manage students who are participating in distance education only
• Match students and tutors to provide additional instructional support
• Plan and prepare lessons for adult learners including identifying and/or creating curriculum, gathering any materials necessary for any activity included in the lesson, and developing formative assessments to measure student progress
• Incorporate social justice and civics concepts into educational experiences, both within and beyond the GED/HISET curriculum
• Develop strategies and instructional practices to engage adult learners that will promote student learning and increase their personal development and social-emotional competence
• Provide personalized instruction to each student to support individual needs and promote interactive learning
• Proctor periodic internal assessments and support students’ remote testing
• Assist with recording attendance, grading, and testing data within the LACES database
• Support partnerships with institutions of non-academic learning skills and higher education so that NCA graduates are prepared to enroll in post-secondary institutions or engage in the workforce
• Regularly communicate with students about performance and participate in scheduled progress meetings focused on transitions
• Assist with NCA events outside of classroom hours and attend retreats.
• Communicate with program participants and partners on a regular basis to increase retention, attendance and completion rates.
• Conduct regular outreach phone calls, emails, and text messages to students who have missed class
• Ensure that students are reassessed at regular intervals and use reassessment data to communicate with learners about their progress toward their goals and progression through the program.
• Monitor, record, and evaluate the progress of students.
• Assist students in registering for high school equivalency exams.
• Ensure that program reaches its reassessment and progress targets
• Maintain student attendance and achievement records.
• Record student data, student communication, and other notes in the student database daily.
•Supervise/support volunteers assisting in the classes who provide support or individual tutoring.
•Learn the policies of the State of Ohio Aspire Program.
•Follow state policies for program compliance, and communicate policies to students, tutors, and staff when needed.
• Work collaboratively and positively with partner organizations who may be hosting a class on site.
• Adhere to policies and procedures regarding class management and human resources.
• Inform other members of the team, including staff, program partners and volunteers, of any changes in the class, schedule, or other issues impacting the quality of the program.
• Support the entire team by working collaboratively, participating in quality improvement discussions, and being available as a substitute for fellow instructors whenever possible.
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Bachelor’s degree required
• At least 1 year of urban teaching experience in a school or comparable setting is required; 3 or more years of experience is highly preferred
• Experience teaching foundational literacy OR experience teaching math and/or science required
• Individuals with lived experience that reflects or speaks to the lives of NCA’s adult population are highly encouraged to apply
• Content area and pedagogical/and andragogical knowledge
• Excellent oral and written communication skills; detail-oriented, good interpersonal skills, and ability to manage multiple tasks/deadlines at once.
• Ability to conduct training sessions and presentations to small groups.
• Ability to work independently and proactively with minimal supervision.
• Must demonstrate an acceptance and respect for cultural diversity in all its forms, including ethnicity, sexual orientation, abilities, and religious backgrounds. Ability to work collaboratively in an ethnically, linguistically, and culturally diverse environment
• Competency and affinity for use of Google Workspace and Microsoft 365 productivity suites.
• Have reliable transportation and pass a background check.
• Can demonstrate an understanding of educational equity and how issues of bias and privilege impact student learning
• Must be able to foster an inclusive and rigorous classroom environment
• Strong interpersonal skills, humor, and compassion
Adult Literacy Educator position available 4
• Excellent relationship-building skills required, including relationship-building across difference
• Ability to self-reflect and implement feedback to constantly improve instructional practice
• Ability to collaborate with Education team members to create and facilitate curriculum
•Physically able to perform job duties on a daily basis.
•Valid driver’s license required.
•Must be available to work on site; there is no work remotely.
Note: Prior to hiring a person will be fingerprinted and a criminal background check will be performed. A check of the person’s driving record will also be made. Proof of any college degree(s) and/or coursework and/or other training and/or certifications/licenses must also be provided upon hiring.
SALARY: $44,000
BENEFITS: Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance. 403b retirement plan. Paid vacation and personal time.
TO APPLY: Send resume to ldeangelis@gcnca.org (Lee DeAngelis, Human Resources Manager)
The Centers
Hiring: Teacher Assistants
The Centers is HIRING compassionate and qualified Teacher Assistants with a minimum of a CDA. Teachers use the High Scope Curriculum to cultivate optimal growth and development and are responsible for creating and implementing developmentally appropriate activity plans.
The Centers
Hiring: Teacher Assistants
The Centers is HIRING compassionate and qualified Teachers with a BA in ECED or related field. Teachers use the High Scope Curriculum to cultivate optimal growth and development and responsible for creating and implementing developmentally appropriate activity plans.
Careers in Literacy
If you are a literacy provider and would like to advertise an opening, you may place a free job announcement here by following these guidelines:
Employment ads should be limited to 40 words or less. Please include: agency name; job title; brief job description; required qualifications; how to apply and contact information, including full name of contact person. Job announcements would be listed for a one month period. If you are interested in posting your ad on our website, please submit an email to contactus@literacycooperative.org, or call The Literacy Cooperative at 216.776.6180.
