Specialist, Adult Education & Literacy Advocate/Orientation (Columbia)

Moberly Area Community College•Columbia, MO

6d•Onsite

About The Position

This full-time, 48-week hourly position supports Adult Education & Literacy (AEL) programming and is covered by the Public-School Retirement System of Missouri (PSRS). The position plays a key role in working collaboratively with community partners and the college to connect adult education students with services that support employment, post-secondary education, and workforce training opportunities. Additional responsibilities include conducting new student orientations, assessing students using the Test of Adult Basic Education (TABE), recruiting new students, assisting learners in overcoming personal barriers to academic success, and maintaining follow-up contact with students who do not meet attendance requirements to encourage persistence and re-engagement. The person in this position will contribute to a supportive, student-centered learning environment and help ensure that adult learners have access to the resources needed to achieve their educational and career goals.

Requirements

Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree
Ability to obtain State of Missouri Adult Education & Literacy (AEL) certification
Ability to obtain fingerprinting through MACHS
Detail-oriented
Proficiency in using Word and Excel
Experience working effectively with diverse populations
Understanding of the unique needs of adult learners
Ability to build and maintain positive community partnerships
Strong organizational skills
Strong problem-solving skills
Strong oral and written communication skills

Nice To Haves

Experience in Microsoft Office 365
Experience supporting adults in lifelong learning
Experience helping learners overcome personal barriers to academic success

Responsibilities

Administer TABE pre- and post-tests in compliance with test-developer and State AEL requirements; maintain TABE administration certification.
Coordinate post-testing with instructors and provide timely test results to site staff.
Conduct academic conference with new students.
Update all required paperwork and spreadsheets accurately and within established timelines.
Support students experiencing non-academic barriers that impact attendance or persistence.
Build and sustain partnerships with local Job Centers, Workforce Development Boards, employers, and community organizations.
Promote student recruitment and community engagement through participation in job fairs and public events.
Assist college- and career-ready students with admissions, scholarships, and FAFSA processes while helping them develop post-secondary action plans, address barriers, and access needed support services.
Participate in required professional development activities to maintain certification.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of the AEL Program, the Dean of Workforce Development and Technical Education or as designated by the President.