Adult Literacy Instructor

7 days ago


Oshawa, Ontario, Canada JHSDurham Full time $40,000 - $60,000 per year

Core Competencies

·       Communication, Collaboration and Solution building

·       Ethics, Integrity, Accountability and Dependability

·       Engagement of people, organization and partners

·       Initiative and Creativity

·       Commitment to Safety

·       Staff Development

·       Job Knowledge/Technical Knowledge

·       Resource Management

Job Duties

  • Foster a positive learning environment for learners of diverse socio, economic and cultural backgrounds
  • Facilitate the process of planning, work and growth for learners
  • Select, adapt and create appropriate learning materials and resources
  • Communicate effectively with learners and colleagues
  • Develop strategies for teaching each learner
  • Use methods, tools and procedures appropriate for assessment and evaluation
  • Self-evaluate professional needs, knowledge and skills, and participate in professional development

·       Complete program reports as required including record keeping and composing correspondence

  • Assess and respond to learners' needs for referral, intake, and ongoing evaluation

·       Work in partnership with LBS community and Employment Service Network to intake, assess, refer

·       Document intake and assessment as well as ongoing and exit assessments

·       Provide informal counseling to clients

·       Ensure cleanliness of location

·       Other duties as assigned

Requirements

  • College Diploma in Adult Education, Social Service Worker or equivalent
  • Teaching/tutoring experience and/or demonstrated understanding and application of the principles of adult education
  • Strong assessment and organizational skills
  • Ability to multi-task, be flexible and to clearly communicate verbally and in writing
  • Demonstrate effective problem solving ability
  • Able to take initiative and work as part of a team
  • Knowledge of services related to adult literacy
  • Strong academic ability  (grammar, math, spelling, reading)
  • Basic understanding and knowledge of learning styles
  • Familiar with learning disabilities and their impact on learning

·       Demonstrate experience in a leadership role with minimal supervision

·       Demonstrate good communication skills

·       Possess excellent interpersonal skills

·       Computer literacy

Work Conditions

·       May be exposed to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc

·       Interacts with clients, visitors and staff from other organizations

·       Intermittent physical activity including walking, standing, sitting, lifting

·       Manual dexterity required to use computers and peripherals; kitchen appliances, etc



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