[Sabeswest] Position Opening at The Literacy Project

[RuthEllen Holland]

Would you be willing to post the following on the list serve?  Thanks!





THE LITERACY PROJECT

 

Please Post

 

POSITION AVAILABLE FOR

 

GED INSTRUCTOR/TRANSITIONS COUNSELOR

 

The Literacy Project is seeking a GED instructor/transitions counselor for the Pioneer Valley Adult Learning Center/Northampton.  The position is part-time (20 hours per week) with the possibility of additional hours, pending funding.  The annual salary is $17,560, plus pro-rated benefits.  The start date is targeted for mid-January, 2007.

 

The position responsibilities include teaching morning GED classes and coordinating family support services, including early childhood education and transitions to work and/or higher education.  The instructor/transitions counselor participates in agency staff meetings and staff development opportunities.

 

Qualifications include demonstrated knowledge and experience teaching GED level curriculum utilizing a student-centered and preferably, whole language approach; excellent communication and organizational skills; ability to work collaboratively; experience implementing programs that support learners in their career and education goals (preferred); experience with diverse groups of people; and basic computer literacy. A valid Massachusetts driver's license and travel in the employee's car (with reimbursed mileage) is required.

 

The Literacy Project (TLP) is a non-profit, community-based organization offering adult basic education and GED preparation services at our classroom sites in Amherst, Greenfield, Northampton, Orange and Ware, and through our Distance Learning Program.  Additionally, we provide adult education services to Even Start Family Literacy programs in Greenfield, Northampton and Orange.  The agency incorporates community development, civic participation, health, computer technology, and arts/culture in its teaching.  TLP's philosophy is based in an empowerment model that is learner-centered and participatory.

 

Resume screening will begin on Tuesday, January 2, 2007 and continue until the position is filled.  Please send your cover letter and resume to:

 

info at literacyproject.org (preferred) or to Executive Director

The Literacy Project

15 Bank Row, Suite C

Greenfield, MA 01301

 

In accordance with TLP policy, a background screening, including a CORI, is required.

 

The Literacy Project is an EOE/ADA employer.

We strongly encourage diverse candidates to apply.
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