Category: Full Time

Pre-HSE HSE Instructor F/T

1/8/2020

Commonpoint Queens is seeking to hire two full-time Instructors (pre-HSE and HSE) for the Advance & Earn Program. The goal of the Advance & Earn Program is to provide a career pathway for opportunity youth through a continuum of services including literacy and math instruction, HSE test preparation, work readiness training, college and career exploration, paid work experience, advanced occupational training and industry credential attainment.

The Instructors will:

Develop lesson plans and adjust instruction according to the various learning styles of program participants. Maintain a collaborative learning environment.
Create engaging lessons in ABE and Pre-HSE that develop student critical thinking and problem solving skills using a variety of methodologies.

Facilitate instruction in all assigned subject areas of the TASC exam (Reading, Writing, and Social Studies, and Science).
Attend instructional workshops that will discuss all subtests of the new TASC exam.
Create engaging lessons in HSE that develop student critical thinking and problem solving skills using a variety of methodologies.
Continually assess student progress toward mastery of standards and keep students and staff well informed of student progress by collecting and tracking data, providing daily feedback and weekly assessments.
Provide necessary accommodations and modifications for growth and success of all students.
Administer and utilize standardized assessments to develop curricula targeting the educational challenges of the students.
Monitor students’ performance and attendance for required reporting systems.
Lead engagement and follow-up efforts to ensure participants progress towards positive outcomes.
Implement strategies to maximize student learning and retention.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND REQUIRED COMPETENCIES

Bachelor’s Degree in Education required. Master’s Degree in Education preferred.
Minimum of three years of experience teaching young adult learners of varied ages, levels, and diverse cultural backgrounds.
Knowledge of ABE and HSE curriculum, testing procedures and requirements.
Demonstrated ability in youth development.

To apply: Please send a resume and cover letter to Brynn McCormick at BMcCormick@CommonpointQueens.org with the subject “HSE Instructor.”

Program Assistant F/T

12/23/2019

Future Now at Bronx Community College provides learning opportunities to enrich the academic, social, and professional development of young adults, ages 17-24. Future Now’s central mission is to help young people create successful futures through the attainment of a higher education degree.

The Future Now Program at Bronx Community College seeks a highly responsible, organized, and dedicated full-time Program Assistant with outstanding administrative and organizational skills to do intensive data entry and provide administrative support to Future Now’s HSE and College Programs. Reporting to the Assistant Director of Future Now, the Program Assistant will assist with the daily needs of the successful operations of Future Now.
Qualifications:

Associate’s degree in Business Administration or related area of study preferred, and/or, at least 2-year previous experience doing data entry and administrative work in an office setting.
Qualified candidates will be tech-savvy, detail-oriented, and have outstanding organizational skills.
Ability to share and promote Future Now’s mission of supporting college transition and success for First Generation College bound students.
Proactive, detail-oriented, and flexible with strong organizational skills.
Computer proficiency skills using standard administrative and academic systems and programs, especially Microsoft Word, Excel, and Google and the ability and interest to learn new computer and tracking systems.
Ability to handle sensitive information with maturity and discretion.
Ability to multi-task and prioritize multiple responsibilities.
Work collaboratively and independently in a fast-paced work environment with time-sensitive goals.
Ability to initiate and manage social media content for work purposes in order to support and oversee student communications. Experience using platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram to build community and social networks, highly desirable.

Responsibilities:

The Program Assistant will be responsible for entering data in multiple databases, helping with student outreach, intake, testing and other administrative tasks to support Future Now’ s HSE, College-Prep, and College Now Programs.
Provide daily administrative support to the Assistant Director, College Manager, and Office Manager Team.

Enter student and program data into Salesforce and DYCD Connect Databases.
Prepare testing and recruitment materials.
Schedule meetings and assist with organizing students’ events. Draft meeting notes and planning templates.
Send emails, update records, and respond to inquiries from candidates applying to Future Now.
Review students’ records, email staff with different requests, answer and make phones calls, do photocopying, faxing, filing, typing, and updating of waiting lists.
Call students for intake and testing appointments, for re-enrollment, to follow up on absences, etc. if/as needed. Pre and post-test students’ Reading and Math Levels using TABE 11 and 12.
Enter information in Salesforce or Google forms about new class candidates, attendance, call notes, outreach work, scheduled appointments, test scores, etc.
Communicate via phone, email, etc. with team members and across the program as needed to keep work moving smoothly. Complete other tasks, as needed, to support the program.
Attend training and meeting as needed.

Compensation:
Starting salary will depend on factors such as experience and education. Future Now is a program of the Research Foundation of CUNY which offers a generous benefit package including health insurance and Retirement Fund.

To Apply: Please e-mail your resume to Margie Arce (Office Manager) at Margie.Arce@bcc.cuny.edu or please call 718 289-5843

ESOL Job-Readiness Employment Coordinator F/T

12/4/2019

ESOL Job-Readiness Employment Coordinator (Full Time)

Henry Street Settlement
Founded in 1893 by social work and public health pioneer Lillian Wald and based on Manhattan's Lower East Side, Henry Street Settlement delivers a wide range of social service, arts and health care programs to more than 50,000 New Yorkers each year.

As Employment Coordinator, much of your time will be spent teaching contextualized English and Job Readiness skills to groups of wonderfully diverse ESOL students and providing 1-on-1 coaching to help them successfully obtain and maintain viable long-lasting employment.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree and two (2) years relevant experience teaching adults in an ESOL classroom and/or workforce development setting
TESOL and BEST Plus Test certified preferred

Responsibilities:

Teach ESOL/Job Readiness classes
Provide vocational counseling, career readiness, assistance with job search and job retention to participants that results in meeting monthly job placement and retention targets
Assist participants in removing barriers to employment by making connections and identifying potential training programs/partners
Participate fully in program design development and case management
Attend meetings, workshops, and conferences as needed

Please visit www.henrystreet.org/employment to view the full job description and to apply.

Literacy and Immigration Program Director F/T

11/18/2019

Title:  Program Director – Literacy and Immigration
Job Summary:   Oversee HANAC’s education, immigration, and job readiness services funded under multiple contract sources. Ensure quality program content, curriculum development, and delivery.
Reports to:       Director of Program Operations and Development

Essential Functions and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Ensure programs meet performance targets according to contract requirements.
Perform quality assurance and ensure compliance with federal, state, city, and funding agencies regulations and certifications/licensing requirements.
Plan, develop, supervise, and evaluate the literacy component of programs.
Ensure curriculum content and delivery are in compliance with funding sources within required set standards as well as meet established guidelines of contracts.
Provide assistance and materials for teachers to reach goals.
Ensure appropriate and timely content and material for orientations, registrations, and enrollment for each cycle.
Lead and supervise staff of educators, case managers, and administrative staff to ensure quality programs in compliance with funding sources performance standards.
Provide professional development and training for instructional staff in accordance with contract requirements.
Monitor enrollment and ensure enrollment targets are met for all programs in each cycle.
Ensure class rosters for education programs are developed and managed according to enrollment targets.
Establish and maintain communications with funding agencies for planning, tracking, and reporting program deliverables and outcomes.
Utilize provided software for reporting to funding sources (ASISTS, DYCD CONNECT, and others).
Prepare and submit to administration for approval to submit to funding source monthly, quarterly, annual performance reports, track progress to reach milestones and performance targets.
Involvement with program related community agencies, committees, and associations such as NYCCAL, NY Coalition for Immigrant Services, NYC DYCD, and RAENs.
Other duties as may be required as assigned by the Director of Programs

Qualifications: Master’s degree and experience working for not-for-profit Adult Literacy programs with job readiness and immigration components, or
Bachelor’s degree with three to five years working for not-for-profit Adult Literacy programs with job readiness and immigration components.
Strong background and experience in education and job readiness; superb leadership, analytical, organizational and management skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills including grant writing skills. Effective interpersonal and team-building capabilities. Experience working with economically disadvantaged adults. Able to collaborate with instructors, case workers, job developers and support staff. Ability to utilize linkages including HANAC’s other programs to enrich program activities and meet the needs of clients.

Computer skills – Microsoft Office, Word, and Excel. Ability to use internet for client support and research. Knowledge of ASISTS, DYCD CONNECT and BEST PLUS certified.

Excellent benefits package includes low cost medical and dental contribution, vision and transportation plans,
Medical Flexible Spending plan,
Retirement and life insurance.
Generous vacation accruals.

12 holidays annually.

Salary Range: $60.000 to $70,000

Apply directly by clicking on the link below
https://www.indeed.com/job/program-director-301-efdafb85f20fa4db

ASISTS Program Associate F/T

10/25/2019

Literacy Assistance Center
Job Title: ASISTS Program Associate (ASISTS Technical Support)
Position Overview: The ASISTS Program Associate will be responsible for providing phone and email support to users of the ASISTS data system. The Associate will also assist the Senior Software Programmer in troubleshooting the ASISTS software and making minor fixes. Finally, the Associate will be part of a team supporting a network of adult education programs receiving Adult Literacy Education (ALE) funds in New York City.
Reports to: The Director of ASISTS. The Associate will also work closely with the entire ASISTS team. For ALE-related work, the Associate will report to the NYC STAC (Support and Technical Assistance Center) director.

Background: Since 1983, the Literacy Assistance Center (LAC) has been working to build the capacity and improve the quality of the Adult Basic Education (ABE), English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL), and High School Equivalency (HSE) programs that serve New York and the surrounding region's most educationally disadvantaged and economically marginalized communities. One of its biggest projects is ASISTS (Adult Student Information System and Technical Support), the data system used by all programs funded by the New York State Education Department (NYSED) to manage and report student data following state and federal guidelines. The ASISTS team maintains the ASISTS software, trains program staff and provides technical support to program users at all levels.

The New York City Support and Technical Assistance Center (STAC) for Adult Literacy Education (ALE) Programs is also housed at the LAC. The purpose of the STAC is to provide support and technical assistance to the adult education programs in New York City receiving ALE funding.

Responsibilities:

Technical support responsibilities include:
- Responding to requests from users of the ASISTS software for technical support. Technical support is typically provided through email, though phone calls and webinars are also commonly used methods.
- Working with the STAC director to provide technical support to programs receiving state ALE funds.
- Maintaining the STAC website.
- Creating documentation that explain how ASISTS data entry screens and reports work. This work also includes creating scripts for instructional videos that are posted in the ASISTS Resource Bank.
- Managing the ASISTS Resource Bank, a repository of user documentation, training videos and software release notes.
- Drafting and sending out email blasts to ASISTS users after each new release.

Software maintenance responsibilities include:
- Working with the ASISTS team to plan new ASISTS releases, which are usually scheduled once every two months.
- In response to user feedback, confirming and troubleshooting ASISTS bugs.
- Working with the Senior Software Programmer, diagnose and document software issues.
- Implementing simple fixes under the guidance of the Senior Programmer.
- Helping with documentation and tracking of all ASISTS software work.

Schedule: Typically, Monday to Friday, 9:00 – 5:00. Some travel may be necessary, less than once a month on average.

Qualifications:

Knowledge of HTML and CSS a must
Knowledge of JavaScript and JQuery a plus
Familiarity with SQL or a database management system strongly preferred
Excellent writing skills a must as well as good interpersonal and communication abilities
Past experience providing technical support a plus

Salary and Benefits:
This position offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including health, dental and retirement benefits. The LAC is an equal opportunity employer that values a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. The LAC encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to age, alienage or citizenship status, arrest or conviction record, caregiver status, color, credit history, disability, gender, gender identity, marital or partnership status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion/creed, salary history, sexual orientation, status as victim of domestic violence, sexual violence, or stalking, unemployment status, status as a veteran or active military service member.

How to apply:
Please submit a cover letter, resume and salary expectations to venut@lacnyc.org.

Senior Program Manager of Adult Education & Workforce F/T

9/18/2019

Senior Program Manager of Adult Education & Workforce
Reports to: Director of Adult Education & Workforce Development
Hours: Full Time, includes 2 late nights & monthly Saturdays while classes are in session
Position Purpose: Responsible for managerial duties necessary for the operation of the Adult Education & Workforce programs including direct services for the Department, administrative services, and to program participants

Essential Functions:

Responsible for oversight of all classes, including intakes and testing
Teach adult education classes (ESOL, Civics, Workforce), both as an assigned instructor and as a substitute, as needed
Identify, develop and implement curricula for all Adult Education & Workforce programming that align with standards and defines educational goals, objectives, and methodologies to meet program goals.
Assist with coordinating teacher schedules, timesheets and general operations for the smooth running of classes. Assist program manager with recruiting paid and volunteer teachers
Co-lead in arranging and leading monthly staff development sessions, including sessions on various instruction methods and enriched learning in classroom settings
Provide administrative functions for the department, including daily database entry in multiple systems, preparation of records and reports; and maintenance of hard copy and electronic filing systems
Conduct participant intakes, recruitment, and testing
Respond to in-person and telephone inquiries about the department and classes from prospective and current program participants, staff, and the public
Resolve issues raised by program participants
Attend funder meetings and represent the department in absence of Director
Participate in program meetings and trainings
Participate in Mercy Center staff meetings and other organization-wide meetings and activities
Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor the Director of Adult Education & Workforce Development

Qualifications

BA; MA degree in TESOL strongly preferred
Experience with education, training, workforce development, student services a plus
Minimum of 4 years experience teaching ESOL
Bilingual English/Spanish or English/French or English/Arabic
Extensive experience in curriculum development
Extensive experience in student intake, recruitment, testing and extensive teaching activities in previous positions
Experience with managing multiple contracts with various outcomes and requirements and meet multiple deadlines.
Ability to work well with others in a busy professional environment
Demonstrated capacity to be reliable and highly productive
Must be a proactive problem-solver, adaptive to a growing, changing organization
Excellent sense of judgment, decision making, follow-through on tasks, interpersonal and communication skills. Well-organized, detail oriented, and demonstrate excellent verbal & written skills.
Excellent computer skills, with knowledge of Capricorn and ETO databases a plus
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Ability to multitask and use self-initiative
Experience working with the immigrant community preferred

Physical Requirements and Work Environment:

Works in standard office conditions (at a desk and computer) and in classroom settings
Works in more than one work site, with travel between the two required.

Please send resume and cover letter to: jcf@mercycenterbronx.org

Adult Education Program Coordinator F/T

9/18/2019

Adult Education & Workforce Development Program Coordinator at Mercy Center
Reports to: Director of Adult Education & Workforce Development
Hours: 40 hours per week, 2 late nights & Saturdays required while classes are in session
Position Purpose: Coordinate Saturday ESL program, provide administrative services for the department and other direct services to program participants.

Essential Functions:

Teach classes, both as an assigned instructor and as a substitute, as needed.
Assist with teacher schedules, timesheets and general operations for the smooth running of classes
Recruit paid and volunteer teachers
Assist in arranging and leading monthly staff development sessions, including sessions on various instruction methods and enriched learning in classroom settings
Conduct intakes, recruitment, testing and teaching activities
Provide overall administrative support for the department, including daily database entry in multiple systems, preparation of records and reports; and maintenance of hard copy and electronic filing systems
Respond to in-person and telephone inquiries about the department and classes from prospective and current program participants, staff, and the public
Assist with resolving issues raised by program participants
Assist with conducting staff development sessions including logistics and content preparation
Interact with funders; assist with site visits
Participate in program meetings and trainings
Participate in Mercy Center staff meetings and other organization-wide meetings and activities
Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor

Qualifications:

BA/BS degree and a minimum of 4 years in ESOL experience
Bilingual Spanish/ French or Arabic
experience in intake, recruitment, testing and extensive teaching activities in previous positions
Excellent computer skills, with knowledge of Capricorn and ETO databases a plus
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Ability to multitask and use self-initiative

Physical Requirements and Work Environment:

Works in standard office conditions (at a desk and computer) and in classroom settings
Works in more than one work site, with travel between the two required.

Qualifications

BA; MA degree in TESOL strongly preferred

Please send resume and cover letter to: jcf@mercycenterbronx.org

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

CWD-Director of Center for Workforce Development, F/T

8/14/2019

CWD-Director of Center for Workforce Development,
Full-time position, 12 months/yr.
Monroe BOCES
Required Application Type: Teacher / Admin
Salary/Pay Scale: According to Board Approved range
Job Description:
Administration and supervision of the Adult Education and workforce programs and services.

TYPICAL DUTIES:

Direct supervision of adult education support and instructional staff.
Curriculum design and implementation for adult focused Career Education and literacy (High School Equivalency and ESOL) instruction.
Oversee current career education and literacy programs insuring quality and cost effectiveness of services. Expand program offerings as guided by the needs of the current and future expectations of the workforce and educational monitoring agencies.
Oversee compliance with the following initiatives:
- Accreditation with the Council on Occupational Education (COE)
- Federal Education Title IV Eligibility (PELL Grants and Stafford Loans)
- Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA)
- Oversee data reporting for the following NYS oversight agencies:
- NYSED Adult Career and Continuing Education Services (ACCES)
- National Reporting System (NRS) and Employment Preparation Education (EPE)
- NYS Department of Health
- NYSED initiatives and implementation
- Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
- Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance (OTDA)
- ACCES-VR
Foster and expand workforce and literacy partnerships throughout the Finger Lakes Region: including the community based organizations (CBO), educational institutions (BOCES, higher ed., school districts), municipalities (City of Rochester and Monroe County), business, industry, healthcare institutions, unions and other community partners.
Prepare and administer budgets, Co-Sers, grants and proposals for funding of the various elements of the department so as to ensure budget solvency.
Recruit, mentor and assess BOCES 2 CWD staff.
Develop, implement, and evaluate the workforce, literacy, community and customized training programs and contracts.
Plan and administer facility and equipment usage for the department.
Represent BOCES 2 Center for Workforce Development with business, industry, unions, healthcare, community based, educational, county, regional, state, and federal organizations and agencies.
Develop, implement and gauge marketing and public relations endeavors relating to CWD.
Liaison to internal Monroe 2-Orleans BOCES departments and committees to assure consistency of policies and procedures throughout the agency.
Perform such other professionally related duties as may be assigned by the administration.

Job Qualifications
New York State Certification as School District Administrator or School District Leader; 3-5 years’ experience administering adult and/or higher education programs preferred.

Application Procedure
Please apply online at: https://monroe2boces.recruitfront.com/Account/Login
Please refer to above Required Application Type to complete before applying.

Literacy Coordinator F/T

7/30/2019

Queens Community House (QCH) is a multi-site, multi-service settlement house that serves the diverse population of Queens through a broad network of programs and services for children and youth, adults, and families and older Adults. We are a modern interpretation of the traditional settlement house, bringing to our work current best practices, cost-effective management, innovative leadership and a passion for social and economic justice.

The Literacy Coordinator is responsible for identifying suitable age-appropriate curricula, helping staff create age and developmentally appropriate activities and lesson plans, and overseeing implementation of program activities. The Coordinator will also have a key role in coaching and developing staff to foster continuous quality improvement (e.g., through data-informed decision-making, effective supervision and professional development).

Responsibilities:

Work with our 15 school and center-based sites to create and develop a coordinated family literacy approach and activities for QCH.
Work with QCH leadership to construct a long-term plan for fully embedding and sustaining literacy as an agency-wide focus.
Work with the citywide campaign to expand family literacy programming and establish partnerships with literacy organizations.
Work with and train the Education Specialists at each of the school and center-based sites to review all lesson plans and ensure proper alignment to Family Literacy best practices around family literacy and DOE standards.
Assist participants in actively achieving increased comprehension and retention of specific subject material, and improve academic skills in designated areas.
Support staff in execution of lesson plans, academic activities, and give constructive feedback. Provide coaching on classroom management and other areas.
Create and maintain a strength-based, youth-focused atmosphere that is consistent and sensitive to the needs of participants with learning, emotional, or behavioral differences.

Qualifications:

Master’s degree in Education; teaching credentials a plus.
Minimum of four (4) years of experience working with youth in a teaching, group work, or session facilitation capacity.
Knowledge of NYS Common Core Standards; experience in curriculum development and implementation in secondary education.
Exceptional coaching and problem solving skills that will support, develop, and evaluate staff.

Additional Details:
SALARY: Mid-$50K range, commensurate with experience;
excellent benefits
SCHEDULE: Monday-Friday, 11A-7P, with flexibility for meetings, special events, and school schedules

Application Method:
Please send a resume and a cover letter that highlights your experience and interest related to this role, with subject line “Family Literacy Coordinator” to recruitment@qchnyc.org .

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