Adult Basic Education (Abe) Student Support Services

Job Title: Adult Basic Education (ABE) Student Support Services
Location: Frederick Abisi Adult Education Center
Full time Mornings and some evenings

OVERVIEW: Responsible for the advising and guiding of adult learners in their education and career pursuits.

RESPONSIBILITIES
? Assist with program orientation for morning and evening ESOL students.
? Assist adult learners with setting job and career goals; provide relevant information to facilitate achievement; and assist identifying any potential barriers and necessary support services.
? Conduct follow-up and track students' progress towards goals.
? Advise students and make referrals to appropriate community services.
? Coordinate student activities.
? Coordinate and supervise all activities related to the Student Reward Program.
? Organize and maintain information for student attendance awards and goal achievements.
? Promote student participation and leadership at school and in the community.
? Work closely with the director and teachers implementing programs and services for adult learners.
? Develop programs and initiatives to address student needs, including presentations in classrooms, information sessions, participation in community activities.
? Provide assistance and oversee the development of the monthly school newsletter.
? Manage and regularly update the center's social media channels.
? Work flexible hours, bring services to the evening program and attend evening meetings when needed.
? Develop and maintain appropriate contact with students to determine needs and provide assistance
? Prepare and disseminate educational and informational materials to students and staff through various information sources. ? Perform other duties as may be required by the Program Director.

REQUIREMENT/QUALIFICATIONS
? Bilingual Spanish/English, Portuguese/English or Khmer/English is desirable.
? Bachelor's degree is required with at least five years' experience working with immigrants in counseling, teaching, or a managerial capacity.
? Experience in group facilitation and planning with diverse populations.
? Ability to work independently to achieve goals and responsibilities.
? Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of second language students, school staff, and the general public.
? Ability to understand and be sensitive to the needs of disadvantaged groups and formulate and implement solutions with the premise of equitable access.
? Knowledge of and contact with community resources and community agencies strongly preferred.
? Strong computer skills in Google Suite, Microsoft 365, email platforms, iOS, database management software, virtual meeting tools, and online productivity tools.
? Strong customer service skills.

Reports to: Frederick Abisi Adult Education Center Director
Effective date of employment: Upon hire
Terms of employment: 35 hours per week, 52 weeksy, Full-time.
Salary: $61,880 yearly salary ($34 per hour / 35 hours weekly / 52 weeks). Grant funded.
Benefit: City of Lowell Standard Employment Benefit