ASL GED Instructor, Adult Literacy Services

Opportunities for a Better Tomorrow (OBT) exists to break the cycle of poverty and inequity through education, job training, and employment. OBT’s programs operate out of multiple locations and serve as a bridge to economic opportunity for youth, individuals, and families in underserved communities. Through various sector-based pathways, we offer programming that extends from high school equivalency programming to industry-certified training.

About the role

The AELP helps adults who are 18 years or older build a foundation for success. The program, which includes instruction in adult basic education (ABE), English for speakers of other languages (ESOL), and high school equivalency (HSE) exam preparation, is designed to improve basic reading, writing, numeracy, and English language skills; assist adults in completing high school; and prepare them for successful transition to postsecondary education and work.

Reporting to the Program Coordinator, the ASL GED Instructor leads HSE classes inclusive of hearing-impaired students and provides administrative support for the program.

Responsibilities

• Prepare for and facilitate in-person and online classes as scheduled in collaboration with the Program Director
• Schedule and maintain records of intake and testing appointments
• Pre-screen requests for program services and make external referrals if appropriate
• Assist students with completing TASC applications in a timely manner, including gathering required documents
• Enter participant information into Salesforce and other databases (i.e., Googlesheets, PTS, and CWE outcomes for AELP)
• Organize and assist with TABE pre-testing and post-testing
• Evaluate TABE results for outcomes and gains
• Maintain accurate Excel spreadsheets to track student attendance for the AELP program; make student retention phone calls based on daily attendance
• Produce timely, accurate, routine, and uniformly high-quality reports
• Maintain student files in preparation for contractual audits
• Provide internal and external referrals to students
• Assist AELP staff with administrative/clerical duties and support other programming tasks as necessary

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in adult education
• Bachelor’s Degree in Education or related field

Skills

• Belief that education is a path to breaking the cycle of poverty and inequity
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to motivate and challenge students to achieve a high level of performance through rigorous academic performance
• Friendly, outgoing, and professional personality with the ability to maintain a high degree of discretion in dealing with confidential information
• Experience with Microsoft Word and Excel
• Excellent attendance record
• Commitment to quality and excellence
• Detail-oriented and quick learner
• Continually seeks new tools, techniques, job training, and learning opportunities
• Proficient in American Sign Language

Key Performance Measures

• Ability to establish and maintain positive and helpful rapport with students, colleagues, and program participants
• Maintain accurate and timely student attendance records
• Accurately enter information into various databases
• Maintain average daily attendance requirements
• Accurately schedule intake and testing appointments
• Write in a concise, straightforward style; promote and use candid communication
• Work independently or as part of a team
• Multi-task and manage time efficiently; complete assignments and commitments

Pay

$40/hour