Program Facilitator for Adult Education

EdAdvance•Torrington, CT

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Adult Education Program Facilitator plays a vital dual role as both an instructional leader and an operational anchor for EdAdvance Adult & Continuing Education programs. This position serves as the lead coordinator for the Connecticut Competency System (CCS), ensuring high-quality implementation of assessment, instruction, data practices, and compliance. Beyond testing coordination, the Facilitator drives continuous program improvement by coaching and modeling instructional strategies for teaching staff, while simultaneously managing day-to-day operations, student intake, and logistical/fiscal support systems.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree required.
Demonstrated classroom teaching experience in adult education or a related field.
Strong proficiency with adult education data systems (LACES, CASAS, or similar).
Proven ability to support, coach, and develop instructional staff.
Excellent organizational, communication, and multi-site collaborative skills.
Familiarity with state and federally funded grant compliance (WIOA, NRS reporting).
Willingness to complete CASAS Online Modules 1-3 and ATDN CCS training upon hire/nomination by the Director (if not already CCS Certified).

Nice To Haves

State of CT Adult Education teaching certification (#106) preferred.
CCS Program Facilitator Certification required.

Responsibilities

Coordinate, oversee, and hold primary responsibility for the implementation of the Connecticut Competency System (CCS) across the program.
Provide direct support, coaching, modeling, and professional guidance to instructors in planning, delivering, and refining adult education instruction.
Assist teachers in analyzing pre- and post-assessment data and class profiles to inform lesson design, differentiation, and student outcomes.
Train new and existing staff on CCS systems, assessment protocols, and data utilization; facilitate ongoing professional learning opportunities.
Oversee the student intake, enrollment, orientation, and assessment processes, including CASAS eTests.
Interpret, analyze, and maintain accurate records within the Literacy, Adult, and Community Education System (LACES) and National Reporting System (NRS) guidelines.
Review data reports regularly with the Director and Data Manager to ensure accuracy, support placement decisions, and maintain compliance for state and federally funded programs (WIOA).
Manage testing sites and proctors, including scheduling test dates, managing inventory for test materials (CASAS eTests/books), and overseeing secure test administration.
Assist the Director in developing program schedules, academic calendars, and course offerings.
Serve as a key person for inputting data into the fiscal management system, including purchase orders, accounts payable, and accounts receivable.
Act as a central communication link between administration, instructional staff, students, and community partners.
Represent EdAdvance Adult & Continuing Education at statewide annual meetings, Program Facilitator meetings, and regional facilitator networks to stay current on adult education accountability requirements.