Category: Brooklyn

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

Click HERE to apply

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

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

HSE Spanish Instructor P/T

2/21/2020

Position: High School Equivalency (HSE) Spanish Instructor
Overview
Brooklyn Public Library's Adult Learning program is seeking a dedicated and skilled Spanish HSE instructor to prepare participants for the workforce and/or TASC exam.
The Spanish HSE instructor will teach a 3-hour hybrid class to meet the needs of the participants. Classroom instruction incorporates self-paced, computerized instruction, small group learning exercises, videos, and provides classroom instruction in a variety of fields at several levels. The ability to develop lessons using extensive writing and reading practice in the content areas of science and social studies using CUNY's HSE curriculum. We are seeking someone who is passionate about making a difference in their community by developing adults to their fullest potential.

Responsibilities

Deliver effective instruction and have an appetite for utilizing data to improve services
Create engaging instructional strategies and lesson plans, integrating technology
Evaluate student progress using standardized assessment tools
Adapt teaching style and strategies to maximize participant learning and retention

Qualifications

Requires a bachelor’s degree
2+ years of related teaching experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
Preferred experience with teaching TASC prep to adults in Spanish
Must have familiarity with the current NYS HSE exam (TASC) and CUNY Career Kits
Ability to inspire and motivate others to perform well
Strong proficiency in the use of office equipment including computers, smart boards, online learning management systems (Khan Academy, etc.)
Be willing to participate in professional development workshops/trainings

Schedule: Wednesdays 5pm to 8pm (Hybrid class/distance learning) with online instruction
Spring Cycle - (April 1st - June 17th )
Location: Pacific Library
This is a hybrid class (3 hours a week), both face-to-face and online learning. There will be 3 hours of classroom instruction and participants would be required to complete at least 3-6 hours of online learning.
This is a contract position. The Salary for this position is $35/ hour.

To Apply:
Please email your cover letter, resume, and three professional references to prehse@bklynlibrary.org
Please indicate “Spanish HSE Instructor” in the subject of email.

ESOL Instructor P/T

1/2/2020

ESL Instructor- Evening class in Boro Park, Brooklyn
The Jewish Community Council of GCI is looking to hire an experienced Adult ESL Instructor to provide ESL instruction to adults in Boro Park, Brooklyn . Class will meet 2 evenings per week from 5:30-8:30pm.

Duties include: assessing/testing students, providing appropriate instruction etc. BA and excellent English written/oral skills required. BEST Plus certification strongly preferred. Bi-lingual Spanish or Mandarin preferred.

Resumes should be sent to r.berman@jccgci.org. Please indicate "Boro Park ESL Instructor" in the subject line.

ESL Instructor- Evening class in Sunset Park, Brooklyn
The Jewish Community Council of GCI is looking to hire an experienced Adult ESL Instructor to provide ESL instruction to adults in Sunset Park, Brooklyn . Class will meet Monday and Wednesday evenings from 6-9pm.

Duties include: assessing/testing students, providing appropriate instruction etc. BA and excellent English written/oral skills required. BEST Plus certification and Bi-lingual Spanish strongly preferred.

Resumes should be sent to r.berman@jccgci.org. Please indicate "Sunset Park ESL Instructor" in the subject line.

ESL Instructor- Late Afternoon class in Brighton Beach, Brooklyn
The Jewish Community Council of GCI is looking to hire an experienced ESL instructor to provide ESL instruction to adults in Brighton Beach, Brooklyn. Class will meet two late afternoons per week from 4:30-7:30pm.

Duties include: assessing/testing students, providing appropriate instruction etc. BA and excellent English written/oral skills required. BEST Plus certification strongly preferred. Bi-lingual Russian preferred.

Resumes should be sent to r.berman@jccgci.org. Please indicate "ESL Instructor Brighton Beach" in the subject line.

Program Assistant P/T

9/18/2019

SEEKING: TEMPORARY EVENING/WEEKEND PART-TIME ADULT LITERACY PROGRAM ASSISTANTS FOR QUEENS and BROOKLYN
Make the Road New York (www.maketheroadny.org) is a non-profit organization that builds the power of Latino and working class communities to achieve dignity and justice through organizing, policy innovation, transformative education, and survival services. We have 23,000 members and operate community centers in Bushwick, Brooklyn; Jackson Heights, Queens; Port Richmond, Staten Island; Brentwood, Long Island and Westchester.
Current Opening:

MRNY’s Adult Literacy Department seeks two highly motivated, organized, dedicated, and responsible temp/part-time Adult Literacy Administrative Program Assistants to support the adult literacy program with administrative work during a number of high intensity weeks over the course of every school year.

We need individuals willing to work flexible hours on and off throughout the entire year.

During the work weeks, temporary staff will work around 15-25 hours a week, more or less, depending on need.

These are the windows of time during the year when temporary staff need to be available to work:
9/16/19-10/5/19
11/11/19-1/10/20
3/16/19-4/10/16
6/15/20-7/10/20
8/27/20-9/7/20

Temp/part time staff need to be available to work primarily in the later afternoons and evenings and/or weekends during most of all these intense administrative work weeks.

The Program Assistant will, among other things:

Book intake appointments for classes
Test students’ English language skills using Best Plus software
Enroll & re-enroll students in classes
Enter student and program data into Salesforce
Communicate with other staff including teachers and volunteers
Review students’ records & email staff with different requests
Help fill out any forms needed, answer and make phones calls, & do photocopying, faxing, filing, typing, & updating of waiting lists
Attend trainings and meetings as needed
Complete other tasks, as needed, to support the department

Requirements:
Must be:

fully bilingual in English and Spanish (spoken and written), and comfortable conducting outreach, intake, and phone calls in Spanish
available to provide support in Queens &/ or Brooklyn
efficient, communicative, a team player who works well under pressure and a a fast learner who takes initiative and works independently and maintains high standards

Must have:

An Associate’s Degree in Business Administration or other relevant subject or at least a High School degree or HSE with at least 2 years previous experience working in an office setting.
strong computer and administrative skills

flexibility and the ability to multi-task.
the ability to type at least 35 wpm and have demonstrated computer experience in office programs including Salesforce,Word, Excel, Publisher, etc.

Compensation: $15.76/hr

How to Apply: Please email résumé and cover letter ASAP to Adultedadminjobs@maketheroadny.org. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Interviews will likely be held the week of September 16th and week of September 23rd

MRNY is an equal opportunity employer. Women, LGBTQ, and people of color strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will be afforded equal employment opportunities without discrimination because of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age, disability or marital status.

ESOL Instructor P/T

9/6/2019

ESL Instructor- Evening class in Sunset Park, Brooklyn
The Jewish Community Council of GCI is looking to hire an experienced Adult ESL Instructor to provide ESL instruction to adults in Brooklyn (Sunset Park). Class will meet Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 6-9pm.

Duties include: assessing/testing students, providing appropriate instruction etc. BA and excellent English written/oral skills required. BEST Plus certification and bi-lingual Spanish strongly preferred.

Resumes should be sent to r.berman@jccgci.org. Please indicate "Sunset Park ESL Instructor" in the subject line.

Academic Program Specialist F/T

8/29/2019

General Description
Reporting to the Assistant Director of Education Programs and the Director of Special Projects, the Academic Program Specialist assists to oversee day-to-day operational aspects of grant-funded adult education classes, primarily at offsite locations. The Adult Learning Center (ALC) provides English to Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL), Basic Education (BE) and High School Equivalency (HSE) preparation to adult learners in downtown Brooklyn and offsite.

Responsibilities include:

Assisting with all aspects of student enrollment and placement
Coordinating with Data Manager and teachers to calendar, identify, and administer appropriate testing
Assisting instructors and counselors with student management
Working with instructors to select and implement effective content-based curricula
Assisting with student database management and data collection
Acting as a liaison between offsite teachers and main ALC office to ensure a smooth flow of communication
Coordinating and participating in outreach and student retention efforts, including posting on social media and coordinating student surveys
Assisting the Directors in hiring and supervision of staff, program development and planning, and other aspects of program management, as needed

Other Duties

Ability to work evenings and some Saturday hours
Ability to travel regularly to Borough Park, Brooklyn and other offsite locations
Complete tasks as needed to support goals and initiatives of the Division of Continuing Education and the College

Qualifications

BA in education or related field; MA in TESOL or related field preferred
At least three years in program administration, preferably in a grant-funded program
Bilingual English/Spanish preferred
Relevant teaching experience in ESOL or adult basic education preparation programs
Experience with thematic, content-based curricula
Ability to work with a computerized database, spreadsheets, e-mail and the Internet
Excellent writing and oral communication skills
Well organized; able to prioritize and delegate responsibility
Ability to juggle multiple tasks, be flexible, creative, resourceful and able to work as part of a team

For more information about the position and how to apply, please visit: http://tinyurl.com/ALCposition

ESOL Instructor P/T (multiple openings)

8/14/2019

ESL Instructor- Evening class in Washington Heights (Manhattan)
The Jewish Community Council of GCI is looking to hire an experienced Adult ESL Instructor to provide Workplace Literacy/ESL instruction to adults in Washington Heights. Classes will meet 2 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, experience teaching vocational ESL, and experience teaching digital literacy strongly preferred. Bi-lingual Spanish preferred. Resumes should be sent to r.berman@jccgci.org. Please indicate "Washington Heights ESL Instructor" in the subject line.

ESL Instructor- Evening class in the Bronx
The Jewish Community Council of GCI is looking to hire an experienced Adult ESL instructor to provide Workplace Literacy/ESL instruction to adults in the Bronx. Classes will meet 2 evenings a week from 6-9pm. Duties include: assessing/testing students, providing appropriate instruction etc. BA and excellent English written/oral skills required. Bi-lingual Spanish and BEST Plus certification strongly preferred. Resumes should be sent to r.berman@jccgci.org. Please indicate " Bronx Evening ESL Instructor" in the subject line.

ESL Instructor- Evening class in Sunset Park, Brooklyn
The Jewish Community Council of GCI is looking to hire an experienced Adult ESL Instructor to provide ESL instruction to adults in Brooklyn (Sunset Park). Classes will meet Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 6-9pm. Duties include: assessing/testing students, providing appropriate instruction etc. BA and excellent English written/oral skills required. BEST Plus certification and bi-lingual Spanish strongly preferred. Resumes should be sent to r.berman@jccgci.org. Please indicate "Sunset Park ESL Instructor" in the subject line.

ESL Instructor- Evening class in Jamaica, Queens
The Jewish Community Council of GCI is looking to hire an experienced Adult ESL Instructor to provide Workplace Literacy/ESL instruction to adults in Jamaica, Queens . Classes will meet 2 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 strongly preferred. Resumes should be sent to r.berman@jccgci.org. Please indicate "Queens ESL Instructor" in the subject line.

Bi-lingual Mandarin ESL Instructors- Brooklyn and Queens
The Jewish Community Council of GCI is looking to hire experienced bi-lingual Mandarin ESL instructors for evening classes in Brooklyn and Queens. 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.

ESOL Instructor P/T

8/14/2019

ESL Instructor- Evening class in Sunset Park, Brooklyn- classes to begin at the end of August
The Jewish Community Council of GCI is looking to hire an experienced Adult ESL Instructor to provide ESL instruction to adults in Brooklyn (Sunset Park). Classes will meet Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 6-9pm.

Duties include: assessing/testing students, providing appropriate instruction etc. BA and excellent English written/oral skills required. BEST Plus certification and bi-lingual Spanish strongly preferred.

Resumes should be sent to r.berman@jccgci.org. Please indicate "Sunset Park ESL Instructor" in the subject line.

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