Adult Education Specialist

JOB SUMMARY

Provide comprehensive support for Continuing Education, GED preparation, and others programs by creating an inclusive learning environment for adult learners through differentiated instruction and student-centered coaching. Develop instructional materials, facilitate workshops, and coordinate educational events, orientations, and community outreach initiatives to promote student engagement and success. Guide prospective and enrolled students in educational planning, career exploration, and academic pathways while supporting student entry, retention, transition, and graduation. Collaborate with the Adult and Higher Education teams, as well as community partners, colleges, and universities, to strengthen educational opportunities and support special initiatives. Manage program data, monitor outcomes, prepare reports, maintain stakeholder relationships, and provide responsive customer service while supporting program operations, and ensuring the successful execution of educational programs and events.

MAJOR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

This list is intended only to illustrate the various types of work that may be performed.  The omission of specific statements does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or logical assignment to the position.

 

Program Development

Plans and implements culturally relevant curriculum, lesson plans, and educational programs for student audiences within areas of expertise.

Thoughtfully plans and implements specific strategies to meet the needs of all students, providing extra support, accommodations, or modification of curriculum when necessary.

Implements established program objectives; instructs students in face-to-face classes, as well as virtual classes.

Assists students in preparing for Adult Basic Education assessments, provides instruction ad support, reviews and discusses results with student; determines if any additional instruction needed.

 

Communication and Collaboration

Works, in partnership, with other Tribal departments to offer culturally relevant workshops.

Position will include community outreach efforts that Inform and promote program offerings to staff, potential students, community partners, Tribal officials, and outside organizations.

Works closely with educational partners to monitor student progress, outcomes, and to advise/implement culturally relevant courses/assignments.

Participates in a variety of meetings, workshops, and committees for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to perform functions and maintaining professional knowledge. Seek student feedback through participation in individual and departmental evaluation processes.

Provide responsive quality customer service in-person and online, over the phone, and via email to prospective and continuing students, faculty, staff, and the general public, related to Testing, Continuing Education, trainings in Adult and Higher Education.

Actively listen and exercise independent judgment and critical thinking skills to determine the needs of students and others served.

Creates, Maintains and operates student records, implements Laser fiche. Maintains student records and produces reports for management.

 

Teamwork

Participates in annual preliminary budget proposal and preparation and in long-range comprehensive planning projects.

Coach, mentor, and train staff as necessary. Approach conflict-resolution in an open, fair and professional manner.

Assist in the planning, coordination, and execution of youth-centered initiatives, such as Native Career Day and the Early College Program, ensuring effective logistics, stakeholder collaboration, and culturally responsive programming that supports youth engagement, college readiness, and career exploration.

 

Departmental Functions

Collaborates with community leaders, students, parents, teachers, and administrators to identify, define, and meet student career planning and placement needs, goals, and objectives.

Because of the Tribe’s commitment to community service and the well-being of its members, each employee may be expected to perform a wide range of office and field duties from time to time. Such duties may or may not be related to their regular responsibilities and may include driving.

In-person position.

Other duties as assigned.

Because of the Tribe's commitment to community service and the well-being of its members, each employee may be expected to perform a wide range of office and field duties from time to time. Such duties may or may not be related to their regular responsibilities.

EDUCATION - EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING FOR POSITION

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in education, Advising, or related discipline from an accredited college or university.
• One (1) year of experience with Adult Education.

 

Preferred:

• Master’s Degree.
• Experience working within a Tribal community

 

SPECIFIC SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE/ABILITIES REQUIRED FOR POSITION

Skills:

• Motivating, developing, and effectively interacting with a diverse group of people.
• Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.
• Using logic and reasoning; problem-solving.
• Making presentations before groups.
• Planning and managing projects.
• Preparing and maintaining accurate records.
• Using standard office equipment and computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office programs.
• Professional experience providing service to college students in the college environment.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Keen attention to detail and accuracy.

 

Ability:

• Maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to follow protocols to administer appropriate assessments for individuals.
• Maintain a positive attitude and work ethic.
• Be a positive role model for students.
• Effectively communicate information and ideas, both written and verbal.
• Comprehend information, both written and verbal.
• Form culturally competent, non-judgmental, supportive and empowering relationships with culturally diverse individuals.
• Gather and interpret data, reach logical conclusions, and present findings and recommendations.
• Use independent judgment; work independently.
• Work cooperatively as a member of a team and in a professional manner.
• Organize activities and coordinate groups of people.
• Demonstrate self-starter.
• High level of initiative.

 

Knowledge:

• Familiarity with GED and high school graduation requirements.
• Knowledge of adult learning styles, including those of diverse learners.
• Knowledge of how to develop and adapt teaching methods to meet individual needs.
• Marketing techniques and principles.
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• English language including composition and grammar.
• Methods of teaching and instruction for youth.
• Human behavior and performance.
• Learning and motivation.
• Native American culture and history.

 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit; use hands to operate, finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms.   The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately quiet.   

Licenses or Certifications Required

Valid Washington State Driver's License