Aspire/GED Career Pathways Educator

Deadline to apply: 2/24/25

Reports to: Director of Career/Technical and Adult Education

Job Objective: Coordinates ABLE program activities. Plans, implements, and assesses student learning experiences. Helps students make appropriate choices and grow academically.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Valid state department of education license/certificate appropriate for the position
• Meets all mandated health requirements (e.g., a negative tuberculosis test, etc.)
• A record free of criminal violations that would prohibit public school employment
• Complies with drug-free workplace rules and board policies
• Keeps current with advances in technology and workplace innovations that enhance productivity
• Effective organizational planning and project management skills
• Ability to identify, evaluate, and implement program options, auxiliary services, and curricular materials that support the diverse learning needs of students

Essential Functions: The following are typical work responsibilities. A reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a qualified individual with a disability to perform essential functions.

• Coordinates the Adult Basic and Literacy Education (ABLE) program. Oversees the revision and distribution of program handbooks. Implements a strategy to actively publicize program services
• Encourages innovations. Analyzes data to improve program operations
• Prepares grant applications. Administers the board-approved program budget. Monitors and
• controls expenditures. Ensures that all fiscal activities are properly documented and reported
• Organizes an advisory committee. Work in partnership with the state department of education, teacher training personnel, and community organizations
• Collaborates with public and private entities. Seeks opportunities to participate in joint training ventures. Coordinates arrangements with employers to provide on-site training opportunities
• Oversees enrollment and orientation activities. Helps screen participants for learning difficulties and resolve problems that impede student participation in program services
• Prepares the classroom or designated area for instruction. Teaches assigned classes
• Advances the district’s professional image. Promotes effective communications and assistance. Uses problem-solving techniques to tactfully address questions/concerns
• Upholds board policies and follows administrative guidelines/procedures. Refers questions about district policies to administrators/supervisors
• Develops curriculum that prepare individuals for the General Education Development (GED) test
• Identifies and acquires equipment, software, and instructional materials that enhance learning
• Evaluates the academic needs of students. Develops effective student educational experiences that engage and stimulate student learning. Varies instructional techniques to address diverse student learning styles
• Scores practice tests. Collaborates with the examiner to develop and implement strategies that increase the number of participants taking the exam
• Communicates expectations, provides guidance, and shows an active interest in student progress. Helps students understand program objectives and behavioral/performance standards
• Uses formal and informal assessment strategies to manage student learning and monitor progress
• Helps students identify and make use of supplemental instructional/media resources
• Encourages self-reliance, problem-solving, critical-thinking, creativity, and performance skills
• Maintains a positive learning environment. Facilitates student learning activities that encourage collaboration and positive peer relationships
• Collaborates with other staff. Shares knowledge and resources that enhance student learning
• Evaluates student achievement/performance. Prepares progress reports
• Consults with students as needed (e.g., phone calls, notes, meetings, etc.)
• Upholds the student conduct code. Implements effective pupil management procedures
• Consults with support personnel to address student concerns (e.g., excessive absences, at-risk behavior, mental/physical health, family/peer relations, etc.)
• Initiates referrals to community resources as needed (e.g., legal, health, welfare, etc.). Serves as a contact for public agencies
• Facilitates opportunities for students with disabilities to participate in an inclusive educational environment
• Proctors testing activities as directed. Upholds state mandated security procedures
• Promotes the proper care and use of school property. Ensures that supplies and equipment are stored appropriately. Works with staff/students to address equipment safety and security issues
• Maintains accurate records and submits reports and required paperwork on time
• Respects personal privacy. Maintains the confidentiality of privileged information
• Takes precautions to ensure safety. Monitors situations that may indicate a problem. Provides appropriate student supervision. Works with supervisors to manage or eliminate risk factors
• Reports suspected child abuse and/or neglect to civil authorities as required by law
• Supervises non-classroom activities when assigned
• Participates in staff meetings, conferences, and other required school activities
• Pursues growth opportunities that enhance professional performance and advance district goals
• Strives to develop rapport and serves as a positive role model for others
• Helps students understand and embrace ethical conduct and democratic values
• Provides prompt notification of delays or absences. Ensures that student lists and teaching
• materials are readily available for substitutes
• Maintains a professional appearance. Wears work attire appropriate for the position
• Performs other specific job-related duties as directed

Abilities Required: The following personal characteristics and skills are important for the successful performance of assigned duties.

• Acknowledges personal accountability for decisions and conduct
• Averts problem situations and intervenes to resolve conflicts
• Demonstrates professionalism and contributes to a positive work environment
• Effectively uses active listening, observation, reading, verbal, nonverbal, and writing skills
• Exhibits consistency, resourcefulness, and resilience
• Maintains an acceptable attendance record and is punctual
• Anticipates time constraints. Manages tasks efficiently to meet deadlines
• Skillfully manages individual, group, and organizational interactions
• Uses diplomacy and exercises self-control when dealing with other individuals

Working Conditions: To promote safety, employees are expected to exercise caution and comply with safety regulations and district policies/procedures when involved in the following situations/conditions.

· Balancing, bending, crouching, kneeling, reaching, and standing

· Exposure to adverse weather conditions and temperature extremes

· Exposure to blood-borne pathogens and communicable diseases

· Interactions with aggressive, disruptive, and/or unruly individuals

· Operating and/or riding in a vehicle

· Lifting, carrying, and moving work-related supplies/equipment

· Traveling to meetings and work assignments

Performance Evaluation:

Job performance is evaluated according to policy provisions and contractual agreements adopted by the Lima City School District Board of Education.

The Lima City School District Board of Education is an equal opportunity employer. This job description identifies general responsibilities and is not intended to be a complete list of all duties performed. This document is subject to change in response to student demographics, staffing factors, funding variables, modified operating procedures, and other unforeseen events.

To Apply: Complete online application at https://www.applitrack.com/limacityschools/onlineapp/default.aspx?all=1

Job Type: Part-time

Ability to Commute:

• Lima, OH 45802 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Lima, OH 45802: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person