Digital Learning Lab Assistant

Portland Public Schools

Job Title : Digital Learning Lab Assistant

Pay Plan : Non-Rep, hourly Grade : 12 Months : 12; Grant Funded Position

Remote Eligible : No

Dept : Portland Adult Education

Reports to : Learning Lab Coordinator and HiSET Coach

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION OF CLASSIFICATION :

With a commitment to equitable learning and community engagement, Portland Adult Education (PAE) provides a diverse range of programs to help adults achieve their educational, professional, and personal goals. As the largest adult education provider in Maine, we serve 2,000 adult learners annually through our Academic and Workforce programs, and another 1,000 adults a year through our Enrichment programs. To learn more about PAE's work and impact, visit portlandadulted.org.

As a team member at PAE, you will have the opportunity to work with a dynamic and supportive team of educators and administrators, and to make a positive impact on the lives of adult learners from all walks of life. Apply today and join a vibrant team dedicated to creating meaningful and transformative learning experiences.

The English and Digital Literacy (EDL) Lab Assistant is a 40 hour a week onsite position. The Lab Assistant will be responsible for the day to day running of the EDL Lab. The work of the assistant falls into the categories of student support, volunteer management and equipment management. The Lab Assistant will support students, including those who are multilingual, and have a range of digital literacy skills from emerging to advanced.

The EDL Lab Assistant position is a 1.5-year grant funded position. Work hours include traditional work week hours, some evenings and may include weekends. The EDL Lab Assistant will work closely with the Program Coordinator to expand the lab capacity by working with and training a group of student-peer volunteers, collect and manage EDL Lab user data and to create a dynamic learning environment that responds to both student needs and PAE course requirements.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

Student Support

• Create a positive, welcoming environment for all in the PAE community
• Provide support for PAE students using digital tools to study for courses, certifications, digital skill building and HiSET
• Oversee the day to day function of the lab including :

Greeting students and using established check in procedures

Volunteer Management

Equipment

REQUIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS :

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE :

CERTIFICATE AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS :

PHYSICAL DEMANDS :

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS :

OVERTIME ELIGIBLE : No

TO APPLY : Please submit a cover letter and resume through the linked portal.

Portland Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, marital / civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws.