Overview
Assist the Adult Education Specialist in planning and implementing English language training classes for refugees and immigrants, and support community partnerships and skill-building classes.
Key Responsibilities
- Contacting students to confirm their availability to attend classes.
- Navigating client barriers to education, including transportation and childcare.
- Differentiating and scaffolding instruction to students individually or in small groups.
- Communicating with local stakeholders and adult education services to connect students to appropriate classes.
- Support teachers in the preparation of the student materials for the classes.
- Coordinate with volunteers to ensure proper coverage is in place for adult education classes, including childcare volunteers; cover the childcare volunteer role as needed.
- Collect and interpret data to support educational initiatives and encourage student success.
- Adhere to IRC policies, particularly those related to confidentiality and client privacy, practice respect and consideration of clients’ varied backgrounds and experiences, respect client beliefs and values.
- Other support as needed.
Required Experience
Background in education or experience teaching formally or informally
Qualifications
Undergraduate or graduate level studies in education, social work, international relations, social sciences, or related field preferred.
