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Service Sites 2012-2013
Literacy*AmeriCorps sites vary from libraries and colleges, to multi-service day programs and county jails. Each site offers a literacy program promoting youth, adult or family literacy.
Job title: Education Coordinators Overview of Position:
The AmeriCorps member will provide ESL (English as a Second language) instruction to Latino immigrants; develop curriculum and materials for the program; perform student evaluations;
recruit and manage volunteers for the organization; collaborate with community groups and organizations; organize class-based student field trips and activities and attend professional development trainings. Students served will vary in age and come from a variety of backgrounds from Latina America. Members will be provided with consistent support, independence to grow, space for innovation and new project ideas, and an overall respect and inclusion in the organization.
Qualifications:
Bachelors degree or pertinent life experience equivalent
Bilingual Spanish and English verbal skills.
Excellent English written-language skills.
Ability to use PC hardware and software.
Understanding and demonstrated proficiency using the internet.
Culturally sensitive and aware.
Willingness to learn new ways of teaching
Essential functions:
Teach ESL Classes to Latino immigrants (8-10 hours per week)
Edit curriculum and/or develop curriculum for the program (10 hours per week)
Recruit and manage volunteers for the organization ( 8 hours per week)
Attend weekly staff meetings and weekly meetings with the site supervisor and fellow AmeriCorps member (4 – 6 hours per week)
Manage database and administer BEST test evaluation systems for student evaluations (3-5 hours per week)
Attend monthly Reflection meetings with Casa Latina staff (3 hours per month)
Attend professional development opportunities as necessary
Additional working Conditions/considerations:
Must be available to teach one evening per week and available to work early mornings
Must be comfortable working in a diverse environment.
Must feel comfortable conducting work in the Spanish language.,
Expected Site Service Schedule:
Member will serve Monday 8:30 to 4:30, Tuesday 7:30 to 3:30, Wednesday 8:30 - 4:30;
Thursday 12:30 until 8:00 and Fridays 8:30 – 4:30 (when not at required AmeriCorps trainings)
World Relief Seattle, Kent, WA - (1 of 2 positions filled) www.wr-seattle.org
Job title: AmeriCorps ESL Specialist (open position)
Overview of Position:
The AmeriCorps ESL Specialist at World Relief will serve refugees by teaching or assisting in multi-level ESL classes for clients in their first one to six months after arrival, and by recruiting and supporting ESL volunteers. The AmeriCorps member will serve refugees from many different ethnicities alongside an experienced ESL professional.
Qualifications:
A desire to serve refugees in support of the overall mission and work of World Relief
Demonstrated ability to work effectively and sensitively with people from diverse cultures and religious backgrounds
Prior teaching or tutoring experience desirable, especially in multi-cultural environments
Good organizational skills and ability to prioritize multiple duties
Flexibility, initiative, and a desire to learn
Experience working or volunteering with refugees and/or non-native English speakers very helpful
Excellent written and oral communication skills in English
Knowledge of a second language a plus
Intermediate computer knowledge, including MS Office
Essential Functions:
Assist with recruitment of ESL volunteers and assist in orientation, ongoing support and communication with classroom assistants (2 -4 hours per week)
Plan lessons and assist or teach multi-level ESL classes four times weekly to newly-arrived adult refugees (14-16 hours a week)
Maintain and update student information in an organized and confidential manner, including, assessments, progress reviews, and attendance records (1-2 hours a week)
Assist in testing using standardized assessment tools. (1-4 hour per week)
Assist in developing multi-level curriculum and materials. (1-4 hours per week)
Attend monthly meetings for staff, ESL, employment and weekly resettlement meeting (1-5 hours per week)
Assist in arranging periodic community orientations for adult refugees
Additional Working Conditions/Considerations
Must be sensitive to diverse cultures, backgrounds and religions.
Occasional: innovation/creativity, research, organization
Frequently: managing multiple tasks at one time, decision-making, problem-solving, interruptions
Expected Site Service Schedule*:
Monday 9:00am-4:00pm; Tuesday 8:00am-3:00pm; Wednesday 9:00am-4:00pm
Thursday 9:00am-4:00pm Friday 9:00am-2:00pm (when not at AmeriCorps trainings)
POSITION FILLED * Job Title: AmeriCorps LEP Educational Assistant * POSITION FILLED
Overview of Position:
The AmeriCorps LEP Educational Assistant will serve recently arrived refugees by teaching or assisting in multi-level ESL classes four days a week (including pre-literate students), developing the computer literacy program, tutoring basic computer skills, training computer literacy tutors, and assisting with job preparation services. The AmeriCorps member will serve refugees from many different ethnicities alongside an experienced ESL professional and skilled Job Developers.
Job Title: ESL Instructor and Tutoring Assistant
Overview of position:
Provide English instruction to two groups of approximately 10 adult, low-income refugees and/or immigrants each. Groups will take place in either Seattle or South King County. Work with program staff to organize groups, plan instruction, conduct intake and on-going support of students, and assess student learning. Assist in the recruitment, intake, matching and support of volunteer tutors and students. Qualifications:
Must have some college experience
Excellent English communication skills, both written and verbal
Ability to use PC hardware and software
Understanding and demonstrated proficiency using the internet
Ability to travel locally using own vehicle or public transportation
Essential functions:
Provide educational interviewing and goal setting for adult ESL students. (1 hour per week)
Administer pre-assessment to determine students’ ESL levels using CASAS standardized tests; and Administer CASAS post-tests after every 45 hours of instruction. (2 hours per week)
Develop and deliver lesson plans based on students’ goals and testing results. Organize field trips and guest speakers as appropriate, integrated into lessons. (15 hours per week)
Assist staff in recruiting volunteers through internet postings, staffing volunteer fairs, creating and posting fliers, outreach to corporations that promote volunteerism among employees, and promote word-of-mouth outreach. (2 hours per week)
Help with tutor intake, including interviews, background checks, reference calls, and registering for training; and provide on-going support to 10 tutors. (15 hours per week)
Maintain database and hard copy records on students and tutors who the AmeriCorps is teaching and supervising. (2 hours per week)
Attend monthly ESL Program staff meetings and individual meetings with the director. (1 hour per week)
Additional working Conditions/considerations:
May need to adapt work schedule to changes in class schedules
Must be sensitive to the issues of multicultural populations
Expected Site Service Schedule:
Member will serve Monday through Friday 9 am – 5 pm, with the exception of required participation in AmeriCorps trainings. Some regular evening hours may be required depending on class schedules.
1 OF 2 POSITIONS FILLED* King County Correctional Facility, Seattle * 1 OF 2 POSITIONS FILLED*
Job Title: ABE/GED/ESL Instructor and Tutor, Volunteer Recruitment and Supervision
Overview of Position:
The members will provide ABE/GED/ESL instruction and tutoring to male and female inmates, recruit volunteer tutors, match tutors with student inmates, teach a service learning seminar at UW, recruit and process inmate requests for school and tutoring, fulfill requests for independent study materials, document student progress for monthly and quarterly reports. They also provide offenders with access to community resources and information that aids in literacy development, employment, as well as community support upon release. Qualifications:
Community College education
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to use PC hardware and software
Experience with at-risk or marginalized populations desirable
Teaching and/or tutoring experience desirable
Foreign language is desirable
Essential Functions:
Prepare for, tutor/teach ABE/GED/ESL to inmates (16-18 hours per week)
Process inmate requests for school, materials, tutors, and independent study (10 hours per week)
Prepare and teach UW Pipeline seminar (2 hour per week)
Recruit, train, and manage volunteer tutors (4-5 hours per week
Meet weekly with site supervisor (1 hour per week)
Additional Working Conditions/Considerations:
Adapt to the rules and regulations of working in a correctional facility
Be sensitive to the diversity and living conditions of the incarcerated
Expected site service schedule:
Monday-Thursday evenings
Literacy Source, Seattle * 1 of 2 POSITIONS FILLED * www.literacysource.org –
Job title:Workforce ESL and Basic Skills Program Assistant (position open)
Overview of Position:
The Workforce ESL and Basic Skills Program Assistant coordinates tutoring and classes for adult learners from diverse backgrounds. In addition to volunteer recruitment and support, the member will develop curriculum, tutor and teach classes, recruit students, and monitor student progress. Other projects include planning 3-4 Community Engagement Workshops or field trips focused on student transitions to career programs, college or employment as well as volunteer/student recognition events.
Qualifications:
Experience teaching or tutoring.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Skill in handling interpersonal interactions with people of diverse backgrounds.
Ability to prioritize and manage work effectively in a busy workplace. Proficiency in MS Office.
Preferred qualifications: A degree in education, social work, or a related field. Bilingual/bicultural.
Essential Functions:
Recruit, interview, train, and support volunteer instructors and tutors (5 hrs/week)
Coordinate and conduct new student orientation. (4 hrs/week)
Prepare for and teach Workforce ESL classes of 5-10 students two times weekly (6.5 hrs/week)
Plan for and provide one-to-one tutoring for an adult learner (5 hrs/week).
Implement 3-4 workshops on student transitions to career, college or employment programs (2 hrs/week)
Train volunteers for and co-coordinate 1-hour learning labs of 5-10 students 2-4 times a week. (2 hrs/week)
Manage caseload of 15-30 students, conducting intake interviews and on-going testing, working with students to establish a learning plan and schedule, and connecting students with learning opportunities to make progress in achieving their literacy and life skills goals. (8 hrs/week)
Document and track student and volunteer hours in database (2 hr/week)
Work with co-AmeriCorps member to create bi-annual publication, Bridge to Literacy (0.5 hr/week)
Work with Instructional Advising team on various program improvement projects. (3 hrs/week)
Additional Working Conditions/Considerations:
Must be willing to work some evening/weekend hours.
Must be sensitive to the issues of multicultural and low-income populations.
May need to life or carry up to 40 pounds
Expected Site Service Schedule:
The Center is open Monday – Thursday 9:30-8:30. Hours are flexible within this time. Some Friday, evening, and weekend hours expected.
POSITION FILLED * Job title: English Literacy and Civics Program Assistant - * POSITION FILLED Overview of position:
The English Literacy & Civics Program Assistant coordinates citizenship classes and mock interviews, tutors, and teaches small groups of low income adult immigrants and refugees. The member recruits and supports volunteers and students, develops curriculum, and monitors student progress. Other projects include planning 3-4 Community Engagement Workshops or field trips focused on student transitions to career programs, college, or employment as well as volunteer/student recognition events.
Job title: James w. Ray Orion Center Education Program Instructors
Overview of Position:
The AmeriCorps members will provide basic literacy and numeracy skills, GED (General Education Development0,and COMPASS preparatory instruction youth aged 16-24. Many of the youth served are homeless or in unstable housing situations, half or more are tied to work training programs or case management offered through YouthCare’s James W. Ray Orion Center. Other duties will include: Developing learning outcomes with students, managing volunteers, creating curriculum, administering and evaluating assessments, and engaging in professional development activities. Members will have the opportunity to interact and collaborate with staff doing a variety of jobs in our multi-service facility.
Preferred Qualifications:
BA + Teaching/tutoring experience
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Demonstrated understanding of five core subjects – Reading, writing, math, science, and social studies
Demonstrated ability to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds and cultures
Microsoft Office Skills (Basic MS Word and Excel)
Experience working with young adults
Demonstrated ability work independently with good problem-solving skills
Excellent team member and collaboration skills
Essential functions:
Direct instruction – mostly one-on-one with limited group work (15-20 hours per week)
Lesson planning, student progress reports, data management (5-10 hours per week)
Interact with youth during non-instructional time – to build rapport and engage youth in education program ( 4-8 hours per week)
Recruit and mange volunteers; volunteers serve as tutors for children (1-2 hours per week)
Attend staff meetings, professional development opportunities
Additional Working Conditions/considerations:
Need to learn de-escalation tactics and strategies
May need to lift or carry up to 40 pounds
Expected Site Service Schedule:
Member will generally serve Monday through Friday 8:45am -4:45 pm (when not at required AmeriCorps trainings), and will be asked to serve during evening or weekend times, occasionally
Job Title: ESL Tutor and Volunteer Coordinator
Overview of Position:
The AmeriCorps member will gain a wide range of organization and teaching experience. They will have the opportunity to contribute to a population with extreme educational needs and social challenges. They will have the opportunity to interact with people from all over the world with incredibly rich diverse backgrounds and to experience their languages and cultures first hand. They will have an opportunity to make a tremendously positive impact on youth who have survived great hardships and extreme poverty and who potentially will be our future doctors, teachers and lawyers.
Beyond this incredible experience, the AmeriCorps will hone their organization and leadership skills as they learn to work within a complex organization, be both independent and interdependent to accomplish their many responsibilities. They will have a chance to mentor youth and develop instructional strategies for tutoring and teaching those skills to other potential tutors. They will receive extensive “hands-on” experiences in and out of the classrooms. In so doing they will be challenged by day-to-day issues students bring and allow the AmeriCorps to put into practice the skills they have read and studied. They will learn to support others, how to brainstorm in a team environment and how to problem solve day-to-day issues and challenges.
Qualifications:
Must have some college experience
Excellent English communication skills, both written and verbal
Ability to use PC hardware and software
Understanding and demonstrated proficiency using the internet
Experience working with young adults
Ability to speak one of the school target languages preferred (Spanish, Vietnamese, Mandarin or Cantonese, Tigrinya, Somali)
Essential functions:
One-to-one and small group tutoring (10 hours a week)
After school tutoring and homework club program (8 hours a week)
Maintaining student progress records for tutored students (2 hours a week)
Assist in scheduling and accompanying students on field trips to vocational institutions. (2 hour a week)
One-to-one tutoring in the computer lab. (2 hours a week)
Maintain and update volunteer database and schedule. (2 hours a week)
On-going recruitment of new volunteer literacy tutors through ads, flyers, e-mails, news clips and word-of-mouth advertisement. (3 hours a week)
Provide new volunteers orientation experience and organize trainings. (2 hours a week
Coordinate new volunteer placements with appropriate students. (3 hours a week)
Keep students files organized for tutors. (1 hour a week)
Link between Student Intervention Team and volunteer literacy tutors. (1 hour a week)
Work with other school staff to organize and implement family literacy events. (2 hours a week)
Participate in SWS committees that are family focused. (2 hours a week)
Additional working Conditions/considerations:
Must adapt schedule to Seattle Public School schedule
Must be sensitive to the issues of multicultural populations
May need to life or carry up to 40 pounds
Expected Site Service Schedule:
Member will serve Monday-Friday 8:30 - 4:30; Occasional evenings or Saturdays when there is a family function.
Seattle Public Library, Seattle - 2 positions www.spl.org -
Job Title: Literacy*AmeriCorps Talk Time Coordinator
Overview of Position:
The AmeriCorps member will support The Seattle Public Library’s ESL Programs by nurturing and empowering refugee and immigrant adult learners in their quest to improve their English skills, to acculturate to live in the United States, and to prepare for employment. The member will coordinate the Talk Time program, and participate in additional organizational efforts to serve immigrants at a variety of library locations. This is a volunteer-driven program, so a significant portion of the member’s work will be to provide support to and be supported by a group of 30-40 dedicated volunteers.
Qualifications:
Experience working effectively with learners of different backgrounds, abilities, cultures and learning styles.
Comfort teaching or training adults.
Excellent program management skills.
Self-directed work style but comfort working in a team environment.
Excellent communication and general computer skills.
Comfort with interviewing and managing volunteers.
Able to regularly travel throughout Seattle and to work frequent evenings and weekends.
Fluent in Spanish, Vietnamese, Chinese, or an East African language preferred but not required.
Essential functions:
Lead or facilitate three to five Talk Time sessions per week. (15-20 hrs/wk)
Recruit, train, schedule and support 25-40 volunteers to facilitate and lead Talk Time sessions. (2-10 hours/wk)
Develop Talk Time lessons, forms and necessary tools for volunteers; keep session/learner records and statistics.(4-6 hour/wk)
Assist with creating/maintaining partnerships with community organizations. (1 hour/wk)
Create ongoing visibility for Talk Time, as well as other library services through outreach efforts including: flyer mailings, community meetings, and events. Maintain relevant contact and mailing lists. (2-4 hours/wk)
Participate as a member of the Outreach Services department, attend staff meetings, etc.
Participate in Literacy*AmeriCorps trainings and other member development activities (0-8 hours/wk)
Support Adult ESL Computer Classes, Computers for English, and other ESL and Literacy programs and services as needed. (1-2 hours/wk)
Expected Site Service Schedule: Schedule will vary, but member will generally include:
Monday 10:30 – 7:30; Tuesday 11-8; Wednesday-Thursday 9-6; Saturday 10-1; occasional Friday 9-6.
Job Title: Literacy*AmeriCorps Computer and ESL Instruction Coordinator
Overview of Position:
The AmeriCorps member will support The Seattle Public Library’s ESL and Literacy Programs by nurturing and empowering immigrants and other adult learners in their quest to improve their English, basic skills, and job readiness. The member will coordinate the Adult ESL Computer Classes and Computers for English programs, and participate in additional organizational efforts to serve immigrants and adults with basic skills needs at a variety of library locations. This is a volunteer-driven program, so a significant portion of the member’s work will be to provide support to and be supported by a group of 30-40 dedicated volunteers.
Qualifications:
Experience working with learners of diverse backgrounds, abilities, cultures and learning styles.
Excellent program management skills.
Extensive experience working in a cross-cultural environment.
Self-directed work style but comfort working in a team environment.
Excellent communication and general computer skills.
Comfort with managing volunteers.
Ability to regularly travel throughout Seattle and to work frequent evenings and weekends.
Fluent in Spanish, Vietnamese, Chinese, or an East African language preferred but not required.
Essential functions:
Teach Adult ESL & Literacy Computer Classes to ESL and ABS learners. (2-6 hours/wk)
Provide one-on-one instruction to learners using instructional software for English language learner, computer and basic skills development, or vocational test prep. (2-4 hours/wk)
Recruit, train, schedule and support 20-30 volunteers to team-teach computer classes and conduct orientations on the use of instructional software. (10-14 hours/wk)
Develop curriculum; track learner progress and participation; schedule learners for classes/orientations; keep class/learner records and statistics.(4-6 hour/wk)
Support Talk Time and other ESL and Literacy programs and services as needed. (1-5 hours/wk)
Assist with creating/maintaining partnerships with community organizations. (1 hour/wk)
Create ongoing visibility for Computer Classes and CFE programs, as well as other library services through outreach efforts including: flyer mailings, community meetings, and events. Maintain relevant contact and mailing lists. (2-4 hours/wk)
Participate as a member of the Outreach Services department, attend staff meetings, etc.
Participate in Literacy*AmeriCorps trainings and other member development activities (0-8 hours/wk)
Expected Site Service Schedule:
Schedule will vary, but member will generally serve: Monday 10:30 – 7:30;
Tuesday/Thursday 11-8; Wednesday/ 9-6 (when not at required AmeriCorps trainings)
Job Title: AmeriCorps GED Instructor
Overview of Position:
The AmeriCorps member will provide GED classroom instruction to students 16-21 years of age from a variety of backgrounds, assist teachers in developing individualized curriculum, providing tutoring assistance in basic skills to credit retrieval students, develop and facilitate job readiness trainings and placement, and attend professional development trainings. Members will be given autonomy to grow and develop teaching/facilitation skills, while also receiving guidance from experienced instructors and staff.
Qualifications:
Must be 18 years and older
Must have some college experience
Excellent English communication skills, both written and verbal
Ability to use PC hardware and software
Understanding and demonstrated proficiency using the Internet
Able to work with and form relations with diverse student population
Able to creatively problem-solve and adjust to changing needs of high-risk students
Essential functions:
Teach GED preparation classes to students’ ages 16-21 years of age (10-12 hours per week)
Assist teachers in providing tutoring assistance in basic skills to credit retrieval students in a safe environment conducive to learning (10 hours per week)
Keep records of daily attendance, update GED curriculum as needed, and progression of assigned students (4-5 hours per week)
Coordinate scheduled test dates in collaboration with the designated testing center for students (3-4 hours per week)
Help recruit, provide direction and supervise volunteer tutors (4 hours per week)
Track volunteer hours based on YMCA policies (1-2 hours per week)
Provide one-on-one and small group instruction in basic computer skills and food handler’s card online certification (2-3 hours per week)
Provide one-on-one and/or small group job readiness training workshops after school (3-6 hours per week)
Create or write Youth Success Stories showcasing youth accomplishments (1-2 hours per week)
Attend monthly staff meetings and occasional professional development opportunities (1-5 hours per month)
Additional working conditions/considerations:
You may also be required to attend the YMCA new volunteer staff orientation, safety trainings, and the YMCA Youth Work 101 trainings.
Must be sensitive to the issues of multicultural and high-risk youth populations
May need to carry up to 40 pounds
Expected Site Service Schedule:
Member will serve Monday-Thursdays 9:00am-5:00pm; Fridays 8:30am – 4:30 pm (when not at required AmeriCorps trainings)
JobTitle: Literacy* AmeriCorps Basic Skills tutor and Volunteer Support Specialist Overview of Position:
The AmeriCorps member will provide ESL (English as a Second language), ABE (Adult Basic Education), and GED instruction to adults, recruit and support volunteers, recruit students through advertising in the community at large, plan, advertise, and facilitate weekly Talk Times, provide quarterly workshops based on student need, offer an open lab tutoring for students that are not yet registered with the community college, assist teachers in classrooms, track student progress, and support tutoring office through development of trainings and materials.
Qualifications
Must have a minimum of an AA degree
Excellent English communication skills, both written and verbal
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and internet use
Demonstrated ability to work in a diverse setting
Proven record of organization
Essential functions:
Plan lessons for ABE, GED, ESL tutoring, Talk Time Times, and workshops (10 hours per week)
Provide one-on-one and small group adult ESL, GED, ABE instruction (10-12 hours per week)
Provide one-on-one and small group instruction in computer skills, job skills, or other content-based workshop (4 hours per week)
Facilitate weekly Talk Times (2 hours per week)
Create marketing materials for workshops, Talk Times, and classes (1 hour per week)
Facilitate open lab tutoring (4 hours per week)
Recruit, manage, support, and correspond with volunteers (4-5 hours per week)
Update tutoring website with pertinent news or helpful lessons (1-2 hours per week)
Attend monthly staff meetings, tutor trainings, and occasional professional development opportunities (1 hour per week)
Additional working Conditions/considerations:
May need to adapt schedule to program registration periods and summer programming
Must be sensitive to the issues and needs of multicultural populations
May need to lift or carry up to 15 pounds
Expected Site Service Schedule:
Schedule can be flexible as long as member is here at least one evening per week. Generally speaking, the schedule would be M/Th 8:00-5:00, T, W 9:00-6:00, F (when not scheduled for AmeriCorps event) 9:00-1:00
Overview of Position:
This position is responsible for recruiting, assessing, supporting and instructing youth and adults preparing for the GED, providing ESL (English as a Second Language) instruction and other adult basic literacy. Instruction consists of multiple classes per week depending on the need; classes include up to 10 students. This position also assists with H.E.A.R.T., a family literacy program based at Multi-Service Center’s Emergency Family Shelter. This position will help recruit and support volunteer tutors by assisting them in developing lesson plans, coordinating classes, and student contact, as needed.
Qualifications:
Interest and ability to work with diverse populations included but not limited to: limited English speakers, at-risk youth, low income, individuals with low level basic skills, etc.
Passion for working in social services is desired
Ability to work independently, accurately and efficiently, with an eye for detail
Self-starter who can take initiative
Ability to proficiently read, write and understand the English language
Excellent communication and organizational skills
Intermediate computer knowledge, Microsoft Office programs
Excellent phone manners and customer service skills
Teaching and/or tutoring experience preferred
Experience working with at-risk youth (including youth offenders) ages 14-24 is preferred
Essential functions:
Provide group instruction and individual assistance
Participate in H.E.A.R.T. Family Literacy Program
Research and prepare lesson plans for students
Create tools and lesson plans for effective instruction delivery and future sustainability
Conduct student intakes and administer CASAS to determine appropriate class level
Assist with recruiting, screening interviewing, and training new volunteers
Provide on-going assessment of all students to determine and document gains
Solicit in-kind donations from local businesses for special events, as needed
Attend monthly staff meetings and other meetings and trainings, as necessary
Additional working Conditions/considerations:
Occasionally provide services outside normal business hours, while still maintaining a 40 hour work week.
Travels to MSC offices are required for this position. Requires valid Washington State Driver License, proof of current and auto insurance and reliable transportation
Expected Site Service Schedule:
Member will serve Mondays – Fridays 8:30am – 5pm (when not at required AmeriCorps meetings/trainings)
POSITION FILLED * Cascadia Community College, Bothell, WA * POSITION FILLED* www.cascadia.edu
Job title: ESL/Basic Skills Literacy Instructor/Provider
Overview of the Position:
Assist with student educational gains and workplace preparation by assessing students for initial placement, tutoring, and providing small group instruction in the Basic Skills program. Cascadia’s Adult Basic Education program includes day and evening General Education Development (GED), English as a Second Language (ESL) and Adult Basic Education (ABE) classes. The AmeriCorps member will be asked to assist in the classroom during scheduled class times and open lab hours.
Job title:Hopelink GED Instructor Position
Overview of Position:
The AmeriCorps member will provide basic literacy instruction in reading, writing and math to adult learners from a variety of backgrounds, and assist students to prepare for the GED exams. Member will coach students on planning for personal goals and encourage transition to post-secondary education, training programs and career pathways. Member will track and store student data, and analyze and report on program data and results. Member will attend professional development trainings.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree
Excellent English communication skills, both written and verbal
Math proficiency
Empathy and patience for non-traditional learners
Demonstrated aptitude for teaching
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and internet
Enthusiasm for learning and willingness to take direction
Personal transportation, clean driving record and insurance
Essential functions:
Provide instruction and assist students in individualized learning activities (25 hours per week)
Promote GED program awareness through community connections and web, print and other communication channels (4 hours per week)
Provide student orientation, assessment and goal-setting; and record and analyze student data (6 hours per week)
Participate in partnerships with community colleges to increase student transition
Attend monthly staff meetings and occasional professional development opportunities
Additional working conditions/considerations:
Flexible schedule with some evening classes and orientation
Work site will vary according to class schedule. Mentoring staff works from many Hopelink sites
May need to lift or carry up to 40 pounds
Expected Site Service Schedule:
Member will serve Monday-Friday with one or two regular evening classes and occasional weekends. Hours are variable, following class schedules. It is understood that the AmeriCorps member will participate in required Literacy AmeriCorps member meetings and trainings.
King County Library System, Issaquah, WA - 3 positions – www.kcls.org
Job title: Adult Literacy Instructor
Overview of Position:
The AmeriCorps member will provide ESL (English as a Second language), Talk Time (conversational English), Citizenship and/or Job Search Basics instruction to adult English language learners/immigrants, recruit and manage volunteer instructors, promote KCLS resources, collaborate with local community groups and organizations, and attend professional development trainings. Adult students served will vary in age and come from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds. Members will be given autonomy to grow and develop teaching skills, while also receiving guidance from their site supervisor. Qualifications:
Must have some presentation or teaching experience
Excellent English communication skills, both written and verbal
Experience working with language learners and immigrant populations
Must have a valid driver’s license and ability to follow driving directions
Ability to use PC hardware and software
Understanding and demonstrated proficiency using the internet
Essential functions:
Aid in lesson planning and in the development of activities for ESL, Talk Time, Citizenship and/or Job Search Basics classes (8-10 hours per week)
Provide group adult ESL, Talk Time, Citizenship and/or Job Search Basics instruction both in the library and in the community aboard the KCLS Mobile Learning Lab (12-18 hours per week – including travel time)
Recruit, provide orientation, and manage Talk Time and/or Citizenship volunteer instructors (8-10 hours per week)
Promote KCLS resources at community events and activities
Work on special projects as assigned by the site supervisor; projects will be relevant to adult literacy
Attend weekly staff meetings and occasional professional development opportunities
Additional working Conditions/considerations:
May need to adapt to a flexible work schedule
Must be sensitive to the issues of multicultural populations
May need to lift or carry up to 40 pounds
Expected Site Service Schedule:
Member will develop a flexible 38 hour work week based on class/instructions schedule (may include some evenings). Most work hours will be scheduled Monday – Friday between 9am and 5pm (when not at required AmeriCorps trainings). Some evening and weekends required.
POSITION FILLED * Learning Center North, Shoreline WA * POSITION FILLED *
Job title: Instructional Assistant
Overview of Position:
This position will provide adult education and GED preparation instruction to 16-21 year old youth who did not graduate high school and need support in re-engaging and succeeding in education. The instruction supports the needs of students who have a wide range of skill levels and barriers to success. The Instructional Assistant will utilize curriculum and strategies to help all students increase their basic skills to levels needed for GED attainment and for success in college or employment. This position will engage students in service-learning and work experience projects and internships. They will also help to expand the number of community sites and volunteer supervisors partnering in these projects.
POSITION FILLED * King County Work Training Program/YouthSource, Renton WA * POSITION FILLED *
Overview of Position:
Literacy*AmeriCorps members help out-of –school young adults, age 16-24, achieve their GED or high school diploma. Members tutor students in basic skills and/or GED subjects. AmeriCorps members may work in any one of the YouthSource learning tracks. The program includes a main academic classroom, focused on the transition to post secondary education and job readiness training, where students develop skills that will assist them in gaining and maintaining employment.
