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Weatherford ISD Adult Education Outreach Specialist VISTA

Not Actively Recruiting

Service Dates

March 19, 2018 - March 22, 2019

Application Window

October 26, 2017 - January 24, 2018

Location

  • Weatherford, TX

Contact Information

Lauren Tarin
lauren@onestarfoundation.org

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Position Details

OneStar: Texas Adult Education and Literacy VISTA

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Description

Do you have an interest in opening new doors to people where other doors have closed? The Weatherford ISD Adult Education Program is looking for the right person to reach out in our community and market the offerings of our program. The WSID Adult Education Program offers classes in English as a Second Language, High School Equivalency Exam Preparation Classes and career training opportunities for individuals in Parker, Palo Pinto and Wise counties. The right person will interface with our partners, community organizations and local employers to recruit individuals for admission into our program. The confidence and ability to pursue leads and make initial contacts will be key along with ongoing communication with key program staff at our program headquarters.

Member Duties : Effectively tap into community assets and resources, act as a bridge and liaison between groups to improve communication, address helping individuals out of poverty by encouraging participation and persistence in: • General Adult Ed classes (ABE/ASE/ESL) • IET/Integrated Education and Training • Transition to post-secondary education and training • Develop recruitment materials • Expand network of collaborators • Network with local Workforce Solutions office • Communicate regularly with key adult education staff • Maintain and promptly submit required activity reports Special Knowledge/Skills: • Travel within the 3 county service area (required) • Excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills • Proficiency in MS Office Suite • Experience with use of social media platforms • Ability to complete paperwork effectively and document activities • Resourceful, experienced, and committed to pulling people up

Do you have an interest in opening new doors to people where other doors have closed? The Weatherford ISD Adult Education Program is looking for the right person to reach out in our community and market the offerings of our program. The WSID Adult Education Program offers classes in English as a Second Language, High School Equivalency Exam Preparation Classes and career training opportunities for individuals in Parker, Palo Pinto and Wise counties. The right person will interface with our partners, community organizations and local employers to recruit individuals for admission into our program. The confidence and ability to pursue leads and make initial contacts will be key along with ongoing communication with key program staff at our program headquarters.

Member Duties : Effectively tap into community assets and resources, act as a bridge and liaison between groups to improve communication, address helping individuals out of poverty by encouraging participation and persistence in: • General Adult Ed classes (ABE/ASE/ESL) • IET/Integrated Education and Training • Transition to post-secondary education and training • Develop recruitment materials • Expand network of collaborators • Network with local Workforce Solutions office • Communicate regularly with key adult education staff • Maintain and promptly submit required activity reports Special Knowledge/Skills: • Travel within the 3 county service area (required) • Excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills • Proficiency in MS Office Suite • Experience with use of social media platforms • Ability to complete paperwork effectively and document activities • Resourceful, experienced, and committed to pulling people up
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Living Allowance

$1026 - $1026 monthly

Benefits

Childcare assistance if eligible, Education award upon successful completion of service, Health coverage, Living allowance, Non-competitive eligibility (federal jobs), Relocation allowance (if applicable), Stipend, Student loan forbearance, Training

Additional Benefits

*For details about AmeriCorps VISTA healthcare benefits, please visit http://www.vistacampus.gov/healthcare

Education Requirements

Associates Degree (AA)

Desired Languages

English

Other Conditions

Car recommended
Permits attendance at school during off hours
Subject to criminal background check

Service Details

Focus Areas

Community & Nonprofit Development, Economic Security, Education & Youth

Weekly Hours

40

Location Type

Rural, Suburban

Service Type

Indirect "capacity building" for a direct service program

Service Environment

Indoor

Placement

Individual Placement

Service Setting

Community Development Organization, Higher Education Institution, Local Educational Agency, School District

Activity Types

Office Activities, Professional Activities

Contact Information

Lauren Tarin
lauren@onestarfoundation.org

Hosted By

Position Details

OneStar: Texas Adult Education and Literacy VISTA

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