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Learn English and Reading Now, Inc. is currently hiring an Executive Director. 

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To Apply:

Complete application on Indeed (https://tinyurl.com/EDLearnVA ).   

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Job details

Salary

From $26,000 a year

Job Type

Part-time

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Benefits

Pulled from the full job description

Flexible schedule

Paid time off

Professional development assistance

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Full Job Description

Position Summary:

  • Learn English and Reading Now, Inc. (LEARN English) is an adult literacy, volunteer organization that provides free one-on-one, confidential tutoring in basic literacy and English as a second language to adults living in the Augusta County, Staunton, and Waynesboro areas.

  • Our mission is to increase opportunities for adults in our community through instruction in English language and literacy.

  • Our vision is that all motivated adults in our community have sufficient English language skills to improve their lives. 

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Title: Executive Director

  • Supervisor: The Executive Director of Learn English and Reading Now, Inc. reports to a Board of Directors.

  • Location: The LEARN English office is located at 49 Hornet Road inside the Adult Learning Center in Fishersville, Virginia.

  • Job Type: Part-Time - 25 hours/week

  • Scheduling: This is a part-time position requiring an average of approximately 25 hours per week. Anticipated schedule to include: Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday 10 am - 3 pm and Thursday 3 pm - 8 pm with five unscheduled hours to be utilized throughout the week to complete duties or attend meetings.

  • Compensation: The annual salary for the Executive Director is $26,000 and includes 22 paid Augusta County Calendar holidays. This amount is subject to reduction to reflect applicable withholding and payroll taxes and other deductions required by law.

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Duties and Responsibilities

  • Serve as a welcoming, helpful first impression in the office. Greet visitors, field telephone calls, mail, and e-mail. Respond to public questions and concerns regarding the community-based tutor program.

  • Develop and maintain key relationships with school administration where the LEARN office is located.

  • Organize and confirm matches between tutors and learners.

  • Attend all board and committee meetings after hours.

  • Collaborate with the LEARN Board of Directors in strategic planning, annual fundraising, and development of the organization’s operating budget.

  • Collect, organize data, and prepare information required for reports, presentations, and grant writing.

  • Maintain financial records for the organization in partnership with the LEARN Treasurer.

  • Recruit, train, and manage key staff members/volunteers in support of the annual strategic and fundraising plans.

  • Monitor monthly attendance sheets for learners and monitor opportunities for post-testing. Create student transcripts/certificates as needed.

  • Develop key performance metrics to evaluate success of programs and to drive leadership and collaboration with Adult Education Site.

  • Make referrals to appropriate community agencies and organizations.

  • Attend professional development activities as required. Become a member of Virginia Association of Adult and Continuing Education (VAACE).

  • Serve as a resource for problem solving, student issues, community relations, and training.

  • Collaborate with key community stakeholders to expand site offerings.

  • May perform other duties as assigned.

 

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree desirable.

  • Relevant background and experience in literacy.

  • Strong organizational skills and demonstrated ability in program management.

  • Excellent written (e.g., grant applications and reports) and computer skills, including the use of Microsoft Office and Adobe.

  • Strong communication skills with the ability to work and communicate effectively with multiple partners, including learners from many countries, tutors, and board members

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