Coordinator, Adult Education- PT

ADULT EDUCATION COORDINATOR - PART TIME

DALEY COLLEGE

Richard J. Daley College is seeking a Part Time Adult Education Coordinator.  The primary responsibility in this position is to monitor the day-to-day operations of the Adult Basic Education (ABE), General Educational Development (GED), and English as a Second Language (ESL) programs offered at various locations throughout the city.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

·         Performs site management functions for off-campus sites which include room selection, meeting with site janitorial and security staff to ensure cleanliness and safety, and other related duties. 

·         Monitors classroom attendance and enrollment with respect to student and Adult Educator attendance. Identifies substitutes for the Adult Educators in case of absences.

·         Distributes classroom materials including textbooks and audio-visual materials and ensures that items are maintained and kept in good condition.

·         Prepares class lists based on enrollment data and distributes to the appropriate personnel.

·         Observes classes and the instructional and non-instructional responsibilities of Adult Educators to ensure adherence to the curriculum guides and appropriate teaching methods. Reports findings to supervisor.

·         Meets with Adult Educators to discuss student progress and to assist in the development of lesson plans, syllabi, classroom objectives, student transition levels, transfers and other issues.

·         Coordinates, advises and assists with multiple registration periods.

·         Troubleshoots and resolves problems with students, registration, classroom instruction, program site and other areas as they arise.

·         Interprets test results and prepares documentation to move students to next level of instruction.

·         Oversees data collection and analysis at assigned sites to comply with mandatory District and State reporting requirements.  Assists the Adult Education Manager in preparing reports on collected data.

·         Prepares monthly, quarterly, and annual reports on program activities as required. 

·         Adheres to CCC Customer Service Excellence standards.

·         Performs other duties as needed.

 Qualifications -

·         Completion of a Master’s degree in Elementary or Secondary Education, English or a related field is required, supplemented by two to three years of experience teaching in an Adult Education or English as a Second Language program; or an equivalent combination of training and experience is required.

·         Proven organizational skills.

·         Previous experience in developing lesson plans and syllabi.

·         Ability to coordinate instruction and support services for Adult Educators and students.

·         Ability to use computers to perform work activities.

·         Ability to work with staff at all levels in the organization, students and the community.

·         Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

More Information - This position is represented by the Local 3506 AFSCME

Standard hours of operation: Monday through Thursday from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, Fridays from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM, and Saturdays from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM.

Work hours will be assigned based on departmental needs, within the coordinator operational hours.

 We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.   

Thank you for your interest in CCC!