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Career Educator
Job Description
Director of Education Location:
441Kirkpatrick Street, Syracuse, NY Part-Time:
Evenings and weekendsSalary:
$21.00/hour About Us LAUNCH has been proudly serving the greater Onondaga County area for 41 years. Offering individualized services that foster learning, independence, and growth - guided by the principle that learning is unique for each individual and occurs in all spheres of life. We serve and support anyone who seeks guidance in learning. This can include children, adults, families, parents, and caregivers from all backgrounds as well as learning styles. About the Role We are looking for a proactive employee to provide instruction for LAUNCH's Pre Employment Transition services that guide and encourage learner development in specific course objectives under theACCES-VR
contract.Responsibilities include:
Planning, preparing, and delivering lesson plans and instructional materials that facilitate active learning Creating and developing curriculum Addressing the individual needs of each learner by providing differentiated instruction Create a learning environment that is conductive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of adult learners Education & Experience Bachelor's degree plus two years' experience of vocational services and working with individuals with a disability, required. Enrollment in a master's program or current MBA degree, preferred. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required skills include: active listening and effective speaking, time management, critical thinking, basic technology/e-mail, reading comprehension, effective written and verbal expression. Conditions of Employment Must possess a valid driver's license and transportation necessary to meet program needs.Career Insights for Adult Basic Education / Literacy Instructor
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What they do
An Adult Basic Education or Literacy Instructor works with adults, including young adults who are out of school, to improve literacy and strengthen basic skills in reading, writing and math. Helps students to learn English or gain a high school diploma or equivalent certificate. Assesses students' educational levels, skills and goals, and differentiates instruction as needed for adults at different levels in one class. May focus on basic skills as needed for a particular occupation, or assist students with developing study skills or job search skills, or help students connect with social services.
$62,226 / year median in New York
+3% projected growth