Literacy Assistance Center

Bi-lingual Mandarin ESL Instructor- Remote Instruction P/T

9/23/2020

Bi-lingual Mandarin ESL Instructor- Remote Instruction

The Jewish Community Council of GCI is looking to hire an experienced bi-lingual Mandarin ESL instructor to teach an evening remote ESL class. BA and excellent English written/oral skills required. BEST Plus certification strongly preferred. Resumes should be sent to r.berman@jccgci.org. Please indicate "Bi-lingual Mandarin ESL Instructor" in the subject line.

HSE Instructor P/T

8/20/2020

HSE Instructor at New York City College of Technology Division of Continuing Education

Under the supervision of the Director and Assistant Director of Education Programs, the HSE Instructor will provide high school equivalency instruction to daytime students at the Adult Learning Center. Classes are held on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays from 9am – 1pm, beginning in September.

Responsibilities include:

Create a student-centered, engaging learning environment, as required by CUNY
Deliver effective distance learning and in-person instruction in all subject areas: math, science, reading, writing, and social studies, helping to prepare students for the Test Assessing Secondary Completion (TASC). Classes will be remote for fall 2020. Distance learning will include both synchronous and asynchronous instruction.
Assess student progress and provide feedback
Administer required assessment, which may include TABE and TASC Readiness
Maintain attendance records and communicate with office and counselors on student absences and/or issues
Complete 14 hours of professional development through the Regional Adult Education Network (RAEN)

Qualifications:

BA or BS in education or related field
Minimum two years related teaching experience, preferably in grant-funded literacy programs
Experience teaching online classes preferred
Experience creating thematic, content-based curricula
Ability to integrate technology into lessons
Excellent interpersonal, writing and oral communication skills

Please send cover letter and resume to Gilberto Gerena, Director of Education Programs at ggerena@citytech.cuny.edu and cc: LYouman@citytech.cuny.edu (Leah Clay-Youman)
Starting salary range: $33 - $38 p/h

Medical Assistant Training Director F/T

8/20/2020

General Description
The Medical Assistant Training Director will oversee and manage medical assistant training programs in LaGuardia’s Division of Adult and Continuing Education, including the established and successful tuition-based Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) Program and grant-funded Bilingual Medical Assistant (Bilingual MA) Training Program, as well as a new grant-funded program to train young adults in EKG & Phlebotomy. The tuition-based program is made up of a sequence of courses including Medical Terminology, Phlebotomy, EKG, and CCMA Clinical Procedures. The Bilingual MA Training Program prepares English language learners to become culturally competent certified clinical medical assistants through a combination of advanced English language education and enhanced clinical medical assistant training, including core competencies such as patent-centeredness, communication, and teamwork, among others, as well as clinical and administrative skills, and a 100 hour internship. The new grant will be geared at training young adults and opportunity youth in EKG & Phlebotomy in partnership with CommonPoint Queens through the Advance and Earn and Train and Earn programs.

Under the supervision of the Senior Director of Workforce Development and Director of Prehospital Care Programs, the Medical Assistant Training Director is responsible for administering the tuition-based and grant-funded programs, managing operations and ensuring smooth coordination between the different components of the programs and the different departments that are involved. The Medical Assistant Training Director has excellent leadership, communication, and project management skills with a background in healthcare and education. The role includes supervising program staff and instructors, managing relationships with funders and employer partners, providing fiscal and contract oversight, and meeting internal and external reporting requirements.

Principal Responsibilities:

Responsible for oversight and implementation of the tuition-based CCMA, grant-funded Bilingual MA, and grant-funded EKG & Phlebotomy programs including recruitment and assessment, enhanced clinical medical assistant training, classroom and skills instruction, tutoring and case management, certification exams, internships, and employment.
Coordinate between different departments and areas involved in the programs, including the Workforce Development Department, Prehospital Care, the Center for Immigrant Education and Training, and the CTEA Center. Develop and maintain relationships with relevant campus departments such as the Wellness Center, the Health Center, Health Sciences, the Veterans Office, ACE Student Enrollment, and others.
Supervise staff including the Program and Student Success Manager, p/t office staff, and instructors. Recruit, interview, and recommend faculty for hire; ensure faculty have the resources they need to implement the curriculum; assist in faculty professional development. Collaborate with Adjunct College Lab Technicians to meet program needs.
Manage the relationship with the grant funders and partners at the New York City Department of Small Business Services, New York Alliance for Careers in Healthcare, and Commonpoint Queens, including participation in regular check-ins and the timely submission of reporting. Represent the programs to outside agencies including but not limited to funders, CBOs, media organizations, clinical affiliates, employers, and city agencies.
Develop and manage relationships with 5-15 employer partners who host interns and interview graduates for employment. This includes maintaining relationships throughout the program cycle, negotiating internship affiliation agreements with each partner, and overseeing the implementation and quality assurance of internship experiences.
Conduct outreach and develop relationships with employer partners to facilitate job opportunities for graduates and to build the reputation of the program among the medical assistant employer community. Coordinate closely with the team and CTEA Center to ensure a smooth transition to employment for graduates and strong employment outcomes.
Enhance marketing strategies for the established tuition-based program. Conduct recruitment, screening, and intake for tuition-based classes and support a team to do so for the grant-funded classes. Develop, oversee and maintain a FB page and social media accounts; assist with updating media for marketing.
Manage course operations including ensuring all policies and procedures are up to date, the lab is in proper condition for classes, all students have their uniforms and Wi-Fi, all equipment and supplies are clean, in good working condition, and in sufficient quantity for classes, all NHA paperwork is properly provided to the Program office, and all course files are turned over and complete. Arrange for NHA proctors for NHA exams and for NHA materials as needed.
Provide fiscal and contract oversight for the grant-funded program, ensuring compliance with internal and funder requirements, tracking spending, managing any budget modifications needed, and trouble-shooting any budget or contract issues that arise in coordination with ACE fiscal and grants offices as needed.
Ensure systems are in place to track program and outcome data and provide regular reports on the program to the department, college and funders.
In partnership with team members and stakeholders, identify program areas needing improvement and recommend ways to address these areas. Ensure students have a proper learning environment and the resources they need in which to learn. Develop solutions to problems that arise in order to maintain the quality and integrity of the program and ensure the success of students.
Perform other duties as needed and as assigned.

Qualifications
Required Qualifications/Skills:

Associates Degree required, Bachelors’ degree preferred
Four years administrative and/or teaching experience
Four years healthcare experience
Project management skills, including management of complex projects with multiple components and stakeholders
Grants management skills, including fiscal and contract oversight and reporting
Highly organized and detail-oriented with the ability to manage time appropriately and meet deadlines
Team player who is flexible, collaborative, and communicative
Outcomes driven, demonstrating creativity and an ability to solve problems to ensure optimal results
Student centered, demonstrating a commitment to and understanding of diverse student populations, including immigrants and English language learners
Ability to work some evening and weekend hours

Preferred Qualifications/Skills:

Clinical experience as a physician, RN, paramedic, PCT, medical assistant, or other related occupation
Supervisory experience
Experience with medical assistant training
In-depth understanding of the healthcare industry and medical assistant role, including an understanding of healthcare reform efforts and their implications for frontline staff in an ambulatory setting
Understanding of bridge programming that combines adult basic education with occupational training
Experience with partnership management and employer relations; relationships with healthcare employers

To apply: https://www.rfcuny.org/careers/postings?pvnID=LA-2007-003662%20

Multiple positions ABE, HSE, ESOL, Fast Track, Literacy Zone, Data

6/29/2020

Brooklyn Public Library's Adult Learning Department is seeking qualified candidates for the following part time opportunities:

Adult Basic Education (ABE) Teacher
ALE Case Manager
Data Program Associate
ESOL Teachers
ESOL/HSE Instructor - Conceptualized Medical Billing
Fast Track HSE Teacher
Literacy Zone Data Assistant
Literacy Zone Resource Specialist
Program Assistants
TASC Clerk

Click here to review each job description and follow the steps to apply.

HSE Program Specialist F/T

3/11/2020

HSE Program Specialist

Overview
Brooklyn Public Library Adult Learning office seeks a highly organized, responsible and dedicated individual willing to help adult learners meet their educational goals. The full-time High School Equivalency (HSE) Program Specialist will provide high quality professional educational and administrative support for WIOA Program Area 1 and HSE pathways (TASC and NEDP).
The schedule for this position is as follows:

Tuesday 10a-6pm
Wednesday 12:45pm-8:00pm
Thursday 12:45pm-8:00pm
Alternate Friday/Saturday 9:15am-5:00pm (off on Monday when you work a Saturday)

Responsibilities
Outreach/Recruitment/Retention

Assist with departmental wide program outreach, recruitment, enrollment, monitor participants attendance, placement, retention, referrals, assessments, and outcomes for WIOA Program Area 1 and HSE pathways (TASC and NEDP)
Assist with program participant’s outcome follow-ups via phone and/or email
Serve as liaison for community partner agencies as per WIOA requirements such as BEOC, CUNY, etc.
Monitor program social media accounts, assist with marketing, create program flyers, assist with maintaining outreach/recruitment logs, sending e-mail blast to partners, etc.
Troubleshoot HSE and PreHSE email accounts and HSE hotlines

Educational Support/Programming

Effectively work with adults in an educational setting: pre-screen requests for program services both in person and via telephone/email; ability to obtain and manage required documentation and enter internal and external data in a timely and accurate manner
Assist program staff to coordinate, plan, and facilitate program enrollment sessions for integrated education and training classes (medical billing, food handlers, and technology)
Facilitate HSE screenings, provide support to instructors and participants in/outside of the classroom (e-learning platforms)
Highly organized and possess the ability to organize and conduct intake and orientation sessions to NEDP clients and HSE participants
Confer with HSE participants and plan informational workshops, special programming and Next Steps
Coordinate/communicate with other program staff including instructors, program assistants, volunteers and other agency partners about programming and best practices
Provide input to create program improvement goals and objectives for Program Area 1 and develop, design, and implement new programs/workshops based on community/participants needs
NEDP assessor/advisor; organize and conduct intake and orientation sessions to NEDP clients and HSE participants
Serve as TASC examiner and serve as a backup to collect and process NYSED required examinee paperwork and compile all TASC vouchers
Attend professional development trainings and meetings (NYC RAEN minimum 14 hours)
Lead contact for NYC Human Resources Admin. (HRA) program participant tracking (attendance and outcomes)
Assist with meeting all WIOA program requirements
Support all administrative work for Program Area 1 and HSE Pathways (TASC and NEDP) and create all departmental flyers and correspondences for internal and external use. Able to translate program materials in Spanish for external use

Assessment & Data Support

Monitor all program site Google sheets and e-learning platforms (attendance, waitlist, RSVPs, etc.), program data into ASISTS and analyzing data. Follow-up with ALC sites to ensure data is submitted by deadlines. Send out reminder and follow-up emails as needed.
Administer pre/posttest TABE assessments, TASC readiness, CASAS and confer with participants, etc.
Monitor, track, and approve SumTotal timesheets for substitute instructors
Input program events/stats into BPLs event calendar (monthly)

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Education, Liberal Arts or related field
Minimum 4 years’ experience in adult education, training, or workforce development plus 1-year supervisory experience required
Must have strong ability to multi-task, meet deadlines as needed, work in a high paced environment, take initiative and work independently with high standards
Knowledgeable of grant funded programs and experience with successfully implementing
Able to maintain a high energy level and positive attitude daily
Punctual, dependable, and able to accomplish daily tasks independently without prompting
Able to create and follow routines, anticipate and address group needs, and solve problems that arise
Ability to work with adults in an educational setting
Highly organized and strong project management skills
Must be willing to travel between program sites and to perform the duties of the position from any site
Available to work flexible hours including some evenings and Saturdays as required
Bi-lingual English/Spanish (spoken and written) strongly preferred; proficiency in Microsoft Office and clerical experience required
Specific experience with ASISTS and Salesforce databases. Experience not just entering data, but running and analyzing data reports and taking action to improve data quality and outcomes

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TASC Clerk P/T

3/11/2020

The TASC Clerk will provide quality professional support for the Brooklyn Public Library’s High School Equivalency Dept. located at the Pacific branch. Responsibilities will include assisting HSE (TASC testing) through planning, organizing, scheduling TASC exams (English/Spanish), and preparing test materials for 2-3 TASC testing sites. Duties also include, processing examinee information, collaborate with Adult Learning Center staff and external partners to schedule participants, advise and refer applicants as needed. The TASC Clerk will serve as a resource for all HSE students, potential test takers, and examinees, track examinees achievement by collecting data utilizing the appropriate management systems (DRC testing portal and Google Drive). Assist with administering NYSED required standardized assessments (TASC Readiness) as needed.
Responsibilities

Works collaboratively with key HSE team members and external partners
Triage HSE email and hotline inquiries
Ensures that all testing sites are staffed with a test examiner and/or proctor for all test sessions and collaborating with TASC examiners and other staff on all testing matters, changes, updates
Ensures candidate eligibility, schedule test sessions, disseminate test notifications for examinees, and prepares and submits all necessary reports and forms in a timely manner. Register eligible examinees and schedule examinees in the DRC database. Follow NYSED regulations and policies and ensures compliance with regulations and test security.
Maintains testing center statistics and prepares monthly and annual reports and refer examinees who need advising, counseling, or other support services to appropriate departments.
Serve as a resource for assessment information to students, staff, area high schools/preparation programs, and the community regarding program information.
Assist with HSE screenings/registrations as needed

Qualifications

High School Diploma/HSE equivalent required
Bilingual (Spanish) Preferred
One (1) year of related work experience in an administrative office setting
Knowledgeable of NYS 4 Pathways to earn your High School Diploma
Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office, Google Suite, etc.
Strong written and oral communication skills
Organized, detail-oriented, excellent time management, excellent judgement
Ability to form and maintain professional working relationships with staff, external stakeholders and program participants
Punctual, dependable, and able to accomplish daily tasks independently without prompting
Able to create and follow routines, anticipate and address group needs, and solve problems that arise
Able to maintain a high energy level and positive attitude on a daily basis
Passion for Adult Learning (HSE)
Ability to manage large amounts of program data
Ability to travel to other locations as needed

This is a grant funded, part time position. Salary is $25 per hour up to 19 hours per week.

The work schedule will be:
Alternate Friday/Saturday 10:00am-2:00pm
Tuesdays/Thursdays 10am-3pm
Wednesdays 3pm-8pm

To apply send resume and cover letter to nsmothers@bklynlibrary.org

ESOL Workplace Literacy Instructor P/T

3/4/2020

ESL/Workplace Literacy Instructor- Evening class in Washington Heights (Manhattan)

The Jewish Community Council of GCI is looking to hire an experienced Adult ESL/Workplace Literacy Instructor to provide ESL/Workplace Literacy instruction to adults in Washington Heights. Class will meet 3 evenings per week from 6-9pm. Duties include: assessing/testing students, providing appropriate instruction etc. BA and excellent English written/oral skills required. BEST Plus certification and experience teaching workplace literacy strongly preferred. Resumes should be sent to r.berman@jccgci.org. Please indicate "Washington Heights ESL Instructor" in the subject line.

Spanish English Bilingual Tutor P/T

3/4/2020

Description:
The Harbor Heights Middle School serves recent arrivals from Spanish-speaking countries. The school strives to offer extra social, academic, and emotional support to their students. Harbor Heights’ leadership team has partnered with the Y to deliver the Schools Out New York City (SONYC) program to its students in the 6th, 7th, and 8th grades. Since September 2014, both Harbor Heights and the Y have remained focused on the educational vision of building on children’s critical thinking in their own lives.

We are seeking candidates who can assist students with their homework between 2:00-3:30PM. This is an unpaid position, however, those who are interested in applying can earn hours towards their internship or community service. Tutors must be able to speak Spanish and English fluently. Candidates need to be able to assist with homework assignments in ELA and/or Math (knowledge in other subjects such as Social Studies and sciences are a plus). Bachelor of Arts/Science degree and/or experience with teaching or tutoring is a plus.

Please send resumes to: prosenstein@ywashhts.org

Adult Programs Coordinator F/T

3/4/2020

Community Impact is seeking an Adult Programs Coordinator

Basic Duties and Functions:
Reporting to the Senior Associate Director, the Program Coordinator will oversee comprehensive support services for Community Impact’s network of adult education and workforce programs and coordinate new initiatives in Upper Manhattan.

Coordinate administrative, programmatic and tracking activities for College Road, Job Road and Social Services

Plan, implement and promote satellite programs such as CAFÉ Prep and Harlem Youth Opportunity Hub
Develop and supervise data collection and tracking systems for wrap around services
Assist with the writing and editing of grant proposals and funding reports; draft and design newsletters, and outreach materials
Oversee grant deliverables at selected neighborhood partner sites
Train and coordinate the work of 20-25 student workers who assist with administrative and programmatic tasks
Network with neighborhood agencies for cross referrals to promote more holistic service delivery for community members; maintain and expand community partnerships
Maintain program records including evaluation results
Coordinate professional development activities including tracking to ensure that staff members and student workers attend required and appropriate training
Develop and maintain relationships with University departments to secure rooms and identify campus resources and opportunities
Set up and oversee all Annex office systems including communication, space and lab usage, data management, and information storage
Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications
MSW degree and/or equivalent with a minimum three years’ related social service experience required. Strong computer proficiency (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Google Suite) and database management skills required. Strong administrative and organizational skills and ability to work independently and to handle multiple tasks and changing priorities in a busy environment necessary. Experience in adult education, workforce development, and program evaluation preferred.

How to apply: Please send your resume and cover letter to SANDY HELLING, Director of Adult Programs, sh18@columbia.edu.

Computer Lab Assistant P/T

2/21/2020

The Adult Learning Center is located within the Division of Continuing Education at NYC College of Technology. We provide free English as a Second Language classes and High School Equivalency classes to adult learners. We operate as a community-based organization, providing important services to those in need.

We are looking for a part-time Lab Tech to work at our Borough Park, Brooklyn site Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Duties include but are not limited to:

Supporting instructor(s) in assisting beginning and intermediate-level ESL students in the computer lab
Providing guidance on how to use the internet for research and general computer operations (typing, printing, saving, and retrieving documents)
Willing to assist in other non-computer program functions as needed such as making copies and helping with technology outside the computer lab

The Lab tech should be friendly, patient, interested in interacting and helping students, able to troubleshoot basic equipment problems (printing issues, copier jams, etc.), punctual, and dependable. Should also be willing to communicate clearly/slowly to low-level English learners.

Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point), and Web browsers. Experience with Apple operating system as the computer lab is entirely Mac.

$22-$25 hourly wage, will be commensurate with experience

To apply: Email resumes and cover letter to Leah Clay-Youman lyouman@citytech.cuny.edu and Paige Cline pcline@citytech.cuny.ed

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