Position Description

Temple University’s Center for Community Partnerships is seeking applicants for a Program Assistant at the Philadelphia Achieving Independence Center (AIC). The Program Assistant (Part Time) will assist and support Temple full time staff, providing academic and educational support services and resources.

Responsibilities:

The Achieving Independence Center provides services to youth aging out of the foster care system.  Temple University provides educational supports to AIC members, which includes providing homework assistance, tutoring, help with applying to colleges, universities and other post-secondary training programs.  The Program Assistant will:

• Provide outreach to AIC members (students) in person, via phone and email
• Meet with AIC members individually regarding educational needs and supports
• Document AIC member contacts thru database
• Facilitate college/career preparation workshops
• Manage Academic Resource Aides tutoring schedules
• Assist and support all AIC education related special events
• Create, post and maintain education related posters, brochures, and bulletin boards
• Participates in job related trainings.
• Interacts professionally in person, over the telephone, and virtually with a diverse client and staff population, in a friendly and patient manner.
• Demonstrates excellent customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrates proficiency in written and verbal communication, i.e., grammar, formatting, writing, verbal communication style/tone, etc.
• Demonstrates ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Demonstrates organizational skills – with attention to detail 
• Strong proficiency and experience with E-mail, Internet, MS Office products (Word/Excel/PowerPoint), Google Apps, data management, contact management systems, etc.
• Knowledge of adult education, welfare-to-work, or similar programs (preferred)

Qualifications:

This Part Time position requires a minimum associate degree, or a diploma from an accredited post-secondary vocation/technical program. Experience working with youth between the ages of 14 to 21 years old is desirable. This position has a two-year (from point of hire) duration limit. Special consideration given to applicants who have experience with the Child Welfare (foster care) system.

Note:  This is a grant funded position for two-years.  Individual must be available to work from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM.

Apply:  Position will be posted in October 2022

Description

The WELL Literacy Instructor will provide basic adult education and literacy instruction in a workforce context to participants in the WELL Program at the TU-Center for Community Partnerships (TU-CCP), on main campus and remotely as assigned, within the Philadelphia community. 

WELL Literacy instructors are expected to be flexible regarding work hours and instructional content. Candidates must be knowledgeable of adult learning/educational principles and practices, should be able to demonstrate the ability to develop lesson plans, teach, motivate, and relate positively to adult learners; learn and utilize educational tools, websites, instructional resources and technologies effectively; successfully access and apply PA educational standards for College and Career Readiness (CCRS) and Common Core Standards (CCS); be knowledgeable of Philadelphia Dept. of Education (PDE) instructional guidelines for adult education and literacy. This position reports to the WELL Program Manager. Performs other duties as assigned. 

Employment at Temple University means much more than a competitive salary.  Temple strives to maintain a culture of diversity and inclusivity and provide employees with opportunities for growth and advancement.  You will enjoy a collaborative working environment that values innovation and creativity.  Our health and wellness benefits are among the best in the region, and our retirement savings plans allow you to plan for the future.  Temple University offers many opportunities for employees to enhance skills, gain new perspectives and grow professionally.  For example, you can earn your bachelor's degree or an advanced degree through our tuition remission benefit or develop your management and leadership skills in one of our HR Learning and Development's academies.  Temple University employees also enjoy recreational, entertainment, and cultural activities both on campus and throughout the Philadelphia region. 
 
Required Education & Experience:
Bachelor's degree in Education, Adult Education, TESOL, or related field and at least two years of experience working with academically challenged adult populations. At least one year experience teaching ESL, Reading, Social Studies, Science, or Math classes.  *Math instructors teaching high school level mathematics (level E of the CCRS) must have secondary math teaching certification or a bachelor’s degree or higher that ensures knowledge of all content required in the Subject Specific Program Guidelines for PA Mathematics 7-12 certification. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. 

Required Skills & Abilities:

• Demonstrated experience and ability to teach, motivate and relate positively to adult learners
• Firm understanding of adult learning theories and practice
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, along with the ability to interact with a diverse population of staff, faculty, and students
• Demonstrated ability to learn and utilize educational, tools, websites, resources, and technologies effectively
• Demonstrated ability to access and apply PA educational standards for CCRS and CCS
• Knowledgeable of PDE instructional guidelines for adult education and literacy
• Demonstrated knowledge of adult educational, workforce development and career transitional services
• Demonstrated organizational, problem solving, and time management skills
• Demonstrated ability to operate standard office equipment
• Demonstrated proficiency with Internet, E-mail, GoogleApps, MS Office 365 (Word, Excel & PowerPoint, and Outlook) 
• Demonstrated ability to travel to off-site locations (local & regional) that may not be accessible via public transportation

Preferred:

• Familiarity with state and local adult education policies and resources.
• Familiarity with job readiness/workforce development, and instructional resources
• Knowledgeable of e-Data system

This position requires a background check.
This position requires Child Abuse Certifications prior to the commencement of service.
This is a grant funded position.

Apply:  https://careers.temple.edu/careers-temple/search-and-apply-jobs - Job #22002766

Description

The PT WELL Literacy Instructor will provide basic adult education and literacy instruction in a workforce context to participants in the WELL Program at the TU-Center for Community Partnerships (TU-CCP), on main campus and remotely as assigned, within the Philadelphia community. 

WELL Literacy instructors are expected to be flexible regarding work hours and instructional content. Candidates must be knowledgeable of adult learning/educational principles and practices, should be able to demonstrate the ability to develop lesson plans, teach, motivate, and relate positively to adult learners; learn and utilize educational tools, websites, instructional resources and technologies effectively; successfully access and apply PA educational standards for College and Career Readiness (CCRS) and Common Core Standards (CCS); be knowledgeable of Philadelphia Dept. of Education (PDE) instructional guidelines for adult education and literacy. This position reports to the WELL Program Manager. Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Education & Experience:
Bachelor's degree in Education, Adult Education, TESOL, or related field and at least two years of experience working with academically challenged adult populations. At least one year experience teaching ESL, Reading, Social Studies, Science, or Math classes.  *Math instructors teaching high school level mathematics (level E of the CCRS) must have secondary math teaching certification or a bachelor’s degree or higher that ensures knowledge of all content required in the Subject Specific Program Guidelines for PA Mathematics 7-12 certification. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. 

Required Skills & Abilities:

• Demonstrated ability to teach, motivate and relate positively to adult learners
• Demonstrated ability to learn and utilize educational tools, instructional websites, and related resources and technologies effectively
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, along with the ability to interact with diverse populations of staff and students
• Demonstrated knowledge of adult education, workforce development and career transitional services
• Demonstrated organizational, problem solving, and time management skills
• Demonstrated ability to operate standard office equipment
• Demonstrated proficiency with Internet, E-mail, GoogleApps, and MS Word & MS PowerPoint 
• Demonstrated ability to travel to off-site locations (local & regional) that may not be accessible via public transportation

Preferred:

• Familiarity with state and local adult education policies and resources.
• Familiarity with job readiness/workforce development, and instructional resources
• Knowledgeable of e-Data system

This position requires a background check.
This position requires Child Abuse Certifications prior to the commencement of service.
This is a grant funded position.

Apply:  https://careers.temple.edu/careers-temple/search-and-apply-jobs - Job #22002025

Position Description:

Working as a core member of the recruitment and program improvement team of Temple’s Workforce Education and Lifelong Learning (WELL) Program, which is an Adult Literacy Program to help individuals attain their high school equivalency.  The FT Assessment Coordinator oversees the day-to-day standardized and proprietary assessment activities conducted on main campus and remotely. The assessment coordinator is responsible for the administration of PDE division-approved standardized assessments and other assessments approved by WELL. The candidate will develop and coordinate testing strategies, procedures, and scheduling; facilitate pretests and posttests for students entering or exiting the WELL Program; develop assessment scheduling strategies including tickler systems, explain testing options, accommodations, and EFL scores to students; track, verify, and enter data into multiple data systems; secure assessment data and materials, troubleshoot testing issues; and oversee proctor training and credentialing. The applicant must have hands-on experience with paper based and online standardized adult testing instruments and demonstrate excellent computer, internet, database, typing, data entry, and computer troubleshooting skills. This position reports to the WELL program coordinator.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinates and facilitates standardized group and individual test administration of CASAS, TABE, NorthStar, and other student assessment instruments as assigned.
• Plans, develops, and coordinates assessment procedures, policies, and schedules; ensures adequate staffing for the administration of paper-based and remote operations for all locations.
• Performs assessment software installations and updates, including performance testing and basic troubleshooting of software and desktop/laptop issues; escalates issues to vendor or Temple IT as appropriate.
• Contacts assessment publishers and PDE as needed to ensure program compliance; assists program coordinator with maintaining adequate supply of testing materials.
• Monitors the administration of student assessments by proctors; ensures that test instructions are accurate and appropriate testing environments are maintained.
• Performs quality checks; configures and operates test scoring equipment, as applicable.
• Provides direction, information, and advisement to students and prospective students regarding program enrollment, testing policies, procedures, and outcomes.
• Ensures that all test administration is carried out in compliance with test publishers, PDE, and relevant programmatic guidelines, policies, regulations, and standards.
• Ensures confidentiality of test results; maintains security of testing materials and score reports.
• Attends assessment related trainings and keeps informed of advancing technology and changes in standardized adult test administration.
• Other duties as assigned.

Apply:  Position will be posted shortly.  

Position Description:

The Data Entry Specialist/Program Aide will provide support for the fast-paced day-to-day operations of the Temple WELL program. He/she will assist in the receiving of clients, providing administrative support, entering data into data systems, timely filing of paper and electronic documentation, and demonstrate excellent digital literacy and writing skills. This position reports to the WELL Program Coordinator.

Responsibilities:

• Answers and forwards calls/emails, welcomes and directs clients and visitors in a friendly manner.
• Escalates calls/emails and issues to administrator or leads as appropriate
• Participates in client contact including recruitment, data collection, creating/updating contact lists, email blasts.
• Understands and follows program instructions, guidelines, procedures, and policies related to Temple, WELL, LCCWP, PDE, CFS, etc.
• Performs computer related functions: entering data, creating/formatting written documents, certificates, spreadsheets, online forms, etc. 
• Helps with production and distribution of materials: copying, filing, preparing/submitting large print jobs, binding, faxing, etc. 
• Performs information processing, upkeep of filing system, securing /maintaining files, attendance, student records, staff documentation, etc.
• Assists with recruitment, orientations, assessments, workshops, special events and activities.
• Makes room reservations and arranges logistical set-up for classes and events. 
• Attends and prepares minutes of meetings and events.
• Maintains contact with supervisor on a daily basis.
• Orders, manages, and secures office resources, e.g., computers, supplies, equipment, keys, etc.
• Participates in job related trainings.
• Interacts professionally in person, over the telephone, and virtually with a diverse client and staff population, in a friendly and patient manner.
• Demonstrates excellent customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrates proficiency in written and verbal communication, i.e., grammar, formatting, writing, verbal communication style/tone, etc.
• Demonstrates ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Demonstrates organizational skills – with attention to detail 
• Strong proficiency and experience with E-mail, Internet, MS Office products (Word/Excel/PowerPoint), Google Apps, data management, contact management systems, etc.
• Knowledge of adult education, welfare-to-work, or similar programs (preferred)
• Performs other related duties as assigned. 

Qualifications:  A minimum of a high school diploma or high school equivalency diploma. Two (2) years related work experience in a fast-paced office environment, with excellent digital literacy skills and data entry skills. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Apply:  Position will be posted in late August 2022