Literacy Instructor (FT) (3 Positions) - Niagara County, NY (Adult Ed 163-1) Posted March 6, 2025- Application Deadline March 19, 2025

Job Description: Anticipated initial assignment is to be at various sites in Niagara County, NY. The individual will provide literacy instruction and adult basic education/GED preparation to adults 16+ years old. The instructor will work with students for GED preparation/basic skills remediation to support at-risk youths and adults that have dropped out of school prior to receiving their high school diploma. Experience working with adults to improve literacy skills and prepare for employment, excellent communication skills, self-starter, organized, and being personable are desired. A bachelor’s degree in education or related field is required. The individual should have or be eligible for certification upon hire. It is anticipated that an individual will qualify for certification with successful completion of fingerprinting and three workshops. Regular attendance and dependability are required. Other responsibilities may be assigned. Assignment is subject to change. Salary: $34.00 per hour.

Approximate Effective Date: May 2025

Literacy Instructor (PT) - Niagara County Community College, Sanborn, NY (Adult Ed 164-1) Posted March 6, 2025- Application Deadline March 19, 2025

Job Description: Anticipated initial assignment is to be at Niagara County Community College, Sanborn, NY. The individual will work with students to provide remedial support and GED preparation. The instructor will work with college instructors to provide additional support for college curriculum. Experience working with adults to improve literacy skills and prepare for employment, excellent communication skills, self-starter, organized, and being personable are desired. A bachelor’s degree in education or related field is required. The individual should have or be eligible for certification upon hire. It is anticipated that an individual will qualify for certification with successful completion of fingerprinting and three workshops. Regular attendance and dependability are required. Other responsibilities may be assigned. Assignment is subject to change. Salary: $34.00 per hour.

Approximate Effective Date: As Soon As Practicable

Literacy Zone Coordinator (FT)- Orleans and Niagara Counties, NY (Adult Ed 165-1) Posted March 6, 2025- Application Deadline March 19, 2025

Job Description: Anticipated initial assignment is to be at Orleans and Niagara Counties various sites, NY. The individual will oversee day to day activities across the three Literacy Zone Welcome Centers located in Orleans and Niagara Counties. The candidate will identify, establish, and maintain relationships with local community-based organizations, government agencies, non-profits, and human service agencies. The individual will work with principals, guidance counselors, social workers, and parents in the thirteen component districts to provide alternative schooling options to in-school youth who are struggling with traditional school settings and are at risk of dropping out. Previous experience in adult literacy education, excellent communication skills, self-starter, organized, and being personable are desired. A bachelor’s degree in education or related field is required. The individual should have or be eligible for certification upon hire. It is anticipated that an individual will qualify for certification with successful completion of fingerprinting and three workshops. Regular attendance and dependability are required. Other responsibilities may be assigned. Assignment is subject to change. Salary: $34.00 per hour.

Approximate Effective Date: As Soon As Practicable

TABE/BEST Test Administrator (PT)- Lockport Community Education Center, Lockport, NY (Adult Ed 166-1) Posted March 6, 2025- Application Deadline March 19, 2025

Job Description: Anticipated initial assignment is to be at Orleans and Niagara Counties various sites, NY. The individual will oversee day to day activities across the three Literacy Zone Welcome Centers located in Orleans and Niagara Counties. The candidate will identify, establish, and maintain relationships with local community-based organizations, government agencies, non-profits, and human service agencies. The individual will work with principals, guidance counselors, social workers, and parents in the thirteen component districts to provide alternative schooling options to in-school youth who are struggling with traditional school settings and are at risk of dropping out. Previous experience in adult literacy education, excellent communication skills, self-starter, organized, and being personable are desired. A bachelor’s degree in education or related field is required. The individual should have or be eligible for certification upon hire. It is anticipated that an individual will qualify for certification with successful completion of fingerprinting and three workshops. Regular attendance and dependability are required. Other responsibilities may be assigned. Assignment is subject to change. Salary: $34.00 per hour.

Approximate Effective Date: As Soon As Practicable

Application Procedure: Please submit on-line application and apply for specific position. Please see the application link below. Applications will be considered as they are received.

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