Adult Education Instructional Specialist - Office of Schools

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POSITION SUMMARY

The Adult Education Instructional Specialist will oversee the curriculum, all instructional affairs, and standards and assist the supervisor with properly interpreting and clarifying literacy needs related to specific segments of the Adult Education Program at the state, federal, and local levels.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Develops a strategic plan to achieve measurable goals, objectives, and program performance established by the state.
• Serves as the Lead for all curriculum, content (online and print), and supporting resources.
• Conducts research on new content, modifications, and Provides recommendations accordingly.
• Serves as an instructional coach for full/part-time instructors; provides training, feedback, follow-up, and action plans for staff performance improvement. Provides training for general education development (GED)/High School Equivalency Test (HiSET) content, hybrid platform, Blackboard utilization, standard-based lesson planning, and soft skills.
• Ensures instructional models are standard-based and include foundational and accelerated learning opportunities; develops high school equivalence (HSE) credential-specific instructional plan.
• Reviews and recommends instructional material, teaching techniques, and the use of different technologies.
• Ensures the effective use of technology in the classroom and further development of distance learning.
• Serves as instructional content point of contact; provides explanation and training for new content, resources, and changes related to instruction (teaching and technology) and demonstrates effective utilization.
• Conducts daily monitoring of Georgia Adult Literacy Information System (GALIS) reports - Enrollment/National Reporting System (NRS), Measurable Skill Gains (MSG), and Attendance.
• Evaluates and monitors instruction and compliance with policies and procedures, including class observations and data review of MSGs (GALIS); analyzes students' test data (Data Recognition Corporation (DRC)) and routinely collaborates with instructors to ensure quality service is provided by monitoring Student Learning Plans (SLP), referrals, and retention.
• Conducts monthly class and site visits.
• Manages post-testing process, procedure, and adherence accordingly.
• Monitors GED Ready vouchers and utilization.
• Provides new hire training and provides ongoing support for instructional staff.
• Co-coordinates recruitment and retention activities.
• Required to have prompt, regular attendance in-person and be available to work on-site, in-person during regular business hours, and as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned by an appropriate administrator or their representative.

PHYSICAL ABILITIES AND WORKING CONDITIONS

The physical abilities, working conditions and other conditions of employment listed in this document are representative of, but are not intended to provide an exhaustive list of the requirements for positions in this classification. In the event of an emergency or situation requiring guidance from Federal, State, or local or school district authorities, the requirements of this position may change temporarily or for the school year to best serve the needs of our students.

Vision: Ability to read small print and view a computer screen for prolonged periods.

Hearing: Ability to tolerate exposure to noisy conditions

Speech: Ability to be understood in face-to-face communications, to speak with a level of proficiency and volume to be understood over a telephone or computer.

Upper Body Mobility: Ability to use hands to grasp and manipulate small objects; manipulate fingers, twist and bend at wrist and elbow; extend arms to reach outward and upward; use hands and arms to lift objects; turn, raise, and lower head.

Strength: Ability to lift, push, pull and/or carry objects which weigh as much as 15 or more pounds on a frequent basis.

Environmental Requirements: Ability to encounter constant work interruptions; work cooperatively with others; work independently; work indoors.

Mental Requirements: Ability to read, write, understand, interpret and apply information at a moderately complex level essential for successful job performance; math skills at a high school proficiency level; judgement and the ability to process information quickly; learn quickly and follow verbal procedures and standards; give verbal instruction; rank tasks in order of importance; copy, compare, compile and coordinate information and records. Understand how to manage stress

Additional Work Conditions & Physical Abilities: Will require travel to multiple sites.

The Atlanta Public School System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, citizenship, ethnic or national origin, age, disability, medical status, military status, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, ancestry, or any legally protected status in any of its employment practices, educational programs, services or activities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential duties.

This job description is intended to accurately reflect the duties, responsibilities and requirements of the position. It is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position. Management and administration reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary.

Requirements

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college

CERTIFICATION/LICENSE:

• Valid driver's license and availability of private transportation or ability to attend off-site meetings

WORK EXPERIENCE:

• 1 year teaching adult education class

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

• Knowledge of the college and career readiness standards
• Lesson plan development
• Supervisory duties
• Classroom management
• Ability to effectively develop and deliver content-specific professional learning
• Ability to work independently and in collaboration with other teams
• Ability to communicate effectively, orally, and in writing
• Ability to handle and secure confidential information
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office: PowerPoint, Word, Excel