Adult Basic Education - Lowell, United States - Lowell Public School District

Lowell Public School District

Verified Company

Lowell, United States

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Description

Job Title
:
Adult Basic Education (ABE) Student Support Services

Location:
Frederick Abisi Adult Education Center

Full time Mornings and some evenings

OVERVIEW:
Responsible for the advising and guiding of adult learners in their education and career pursuits

RESPONSIBILITIES

Assist with program orientation for morning and evening ESOL students.
Assist adult learners with setting job and career goals; provide relevant information to facilitate achievement; and assist identifying any potential barriers and necessary support services.
Conduct followup and track students' progress towards goal.
Advise students and make referrals to appropriate community service.
Coordinate student activities.
Coordinate and supervise all activities related to the Student Reward Program.
Organize and maintain information for student attendance awards and goal achievements.
Promote student participation and leadership at school and in the community.
Work closely with the director and teachers implementing programs and services for adult learners.
Develop programs and initiatives to address student needs, including presentations in classrooms, information sessions, participation in community activities.
Provide assistance and oversee the development of the monthly school newsletter.
Manage and regularly update the center's social media channels.

- work flexible hours, bring services to the evening program and attend evening meetings when needed.

Develop and maintain appropriate contact with students to determine needs and provide assistance.
Prepare and disseminate educational and informational materials to students and staff through various information sources.
Perform other duties as may be required by the Program Director.

REQUIREMENT/QUALIFICATIONS

Bilingual Spanish/English, Portuguese/English or Khmer/English is desirable.
Bachelor's degree is required with at least five years' experience working with immigrants in counseling, teaching, or a managerial capacity.
Experience in groupfacilitation and planning with diverse populations.
Ability to work independently to achieve goals and responsibilities.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of second language students, school staff, and the general public.
Ability to understand and be sensitive to the needs of disadvantaged groups and formulate and implement solutions with the premise of equitable access.
Knowledge of and contact with community resources and community agencies strongly preferred.
Strong customer service skills.

Reports to:
Abisi Adult Education Center Director

Terms of Employment: 52 weeks, 35 hours week, $34.00/hour, benefits included, grant-funded