Vocational Training Instructor - ESOL

Summary

Develops, coordinates, and conducts vocational training and job readiness to individuals with barriers to employment. Assists individuals in earning certifications and credentials in customer service, food service, and janitorial training. Provides English to Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) training focused specifically on employment and job readiness.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities 

1. In conjunction with the vocational training team, develops and delivers a variety of vocational training programs and certifications that meet student and employer needs.
2.  Provides ESOL training focused specifically on employment and job readiness.
3.  Maintains curricula and materials for vocational training programs as assigned.
4. Provides instruction through various modalities: in-person, group, and individual service delivery; blended learning; and virtual online methodologies as appropriate.
5. Researches and develops additional training related to industry-recognized certifications, short-term credentialing, pre-apprenticeship, and apprenticeship programs as assigned.
6.  Assists in the development of new services that meet the needs of the community, fulfill Goodwill/Easter Seals’ mission, and expand the departments’ array of services.
7.  Understands program eligibility and enrollment criteria, specifically WIOA, TANF, and OOD standards.
8. Completes documentation and maintains records to meet requirements for specific funding sources.
9.  Markets programs and maintains communication with referral sources concerning training needs.
10. Facilitates communication with internal and external resources to determine skills training needs.
11.  Ensures maintenance of curricula and materials; provides regular inventory of training materials to the vocational training facilitator.
12. Provides input for monthly staffing with program participants, referral sources, etc., to discuss program planning and progress.
13. Complies with all Agency policies, procedures, and safety standards throughout work areas and maintains the same to meet CARF, HIPAA, Department of Labor, and other regulatory standards.
14. Other duties may be assigned. 

Supervisory Responsibilities 

None

Education Requirements 

Bachelor’s degree in the field of vocational education/education preferred or a minimum of 5 years of experience in a teaching or training capacity.

Experience Requirements

Experience with ESOL highly preferred. Experience with developing and presenting classroom curricula associated with general education. Strong computer skills needed to teach certifications in a virtual environment.

Qualifications 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Employees must maintain a valid driver's license and a driving record acceptable to Goodwill's liability insurance provider. If at any time the employee is unable to maintain a valid driver’s license and a driving record acceptable to GESMV’s liability insurance provider, they must immediately notify Human Resources. Employees must use their own vehicle for travel within the GESMV service area and must have and maintain a reliable source of transportation.
• Must maintain the ability to pass a criminal background check and random drug screens.

Skills & Abilities

1. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Suite Applications.
2. Proficiency in web-based data management systems and applications for computer instruction and employment.
3.  Ability to load software, troubleshoot basic problems, and learn about current software.
4. Customer service-oriented with a pleasant disposition.
5.  Ability to follow through with projects and assignments in a timely and efficient manner.
6.   Uncompromising ethics and integrity.
7. Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to relate well with a broad spectrum of people, including consumers and employees.
8. Acceptance of GESMV’s Mission and Purpose.
9.  Ability to show care, warmth, patience, and nurturing to the target population.
10. Ability to speak effectively with staff, program participants, and the general public.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily, and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job and/or apply for the position, absent undue hardship. 

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or operate objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and communicate. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, or crouch. 
• The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include the ability to observe details at close range and distinguish various colors.

Work Environment

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.