Basic Skills and Training Facilitator

 

The Safer Foundation supports, through a full spectrum of services and advocacy, the efforts of people with arrest and criminal records to become employed, law-abiding members of the community and as a result, reduce recidivism.

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 General Summary: The Basic Skills and Training Facilitator will provide academic basic skills, JRT/cognitive behavioral interventions, leadership and entrepreneurship training, and financial coaching for the DOL Intermediary Grant Program - Advancing Careers and Employment (ACE), which is designed to help justice-involved adults aged 25 and older to embark on career pathways and advance as they acquire industry recognized skills and credentials in in-demand sectors and occupations.

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Based on the individual students' varying needs, abilities, and interest, adapt traditional and non-traditional teaching methods to provide instruction and support in the Basic Skills required to pass the GED exam.
• Instruct students individually and in groups using current and life events as subject matters for discussion and problem solving; observe and evaluate students' work to determine progress and make suggestions for improvement.
• Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities for cognitive behavioral interventions, leadership and entrepreneurship training, and financial coaching.
• Assist participants in the development of a suitable resume, how to engage in a successful interview, and provide individual coaching/mentoring as needed.
• Participate in regular staffing to be certain that all vital information is exchanged and subsequently used in the development, review, and revision of participants' progress plans.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.
• Knowledge of and experience teaching a variety of student-centered approaches in a range of subjects.
• Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences.
• Knowledge of and sensitivity to the particular learning needs and employment barriers faced by people with criminal records.
• Good computer skills and experience with databases and tracking systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; excellent interpersonal skills.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree in related discipline
• 2 years teaching basic skills/GED to youth and/or adults

 

All positions are Full-Time (40-hours/week) and located in the Chicago Metropolitan area,

unless otherwise specified.

Safer Foundation is a drug-free workplace.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action/Minorities/Females/Veterans

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