Digital Literacy Coordinator

The Adult Education Program at Cultural Development & Wellness Center at Aurora Mental Health & Recovery (AMHR), is seeking a Digital Literacy Coordinator to oversee the Digital Literacy program and further learners’ use and understanding of technology, software, applications, and resources. This position will provide capacity both to teach Digital Literacy Workshops, Homework Club, and Computer Class, and provide additional services such as creating instructional videos, arranging field trips, and locating resources to improve learners’ digital skills. The ideal candidate should be highly collaborative, resourceful, and a strong leader. Candidates must have previous experience working in the adult education sector. Candidates must have two years experience integrating technology into an educational setting.

Shift. This position is fully in-person/onsite working Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM. 

About the team.

The Center of Excellence Adult Education Program helps immigrants, refugees, non-native English speakers, and others to gain the skills and knowledge they need to be self-sufficient in their community. Beginning in 2003 as a program of Asian Pacific Development Center (APDC), our Adult Education services have helped thousands of adult students to learn English, pass the General Education Development (GED) test, apply for citizenship, adjust to the workforce, and more. Our goal is to assist adult learners in obtaining the skills and knowledge needed to meet their goals and be self-sufficient. We have a welcoming school community for all adult learners, regardless of their language, educational background, or immigration status.

Salary for this role. Starting wage is based on experience and company equity. Paid bi-weekly.

• $21.61 - $32.42per hour

Bilingual Language Differential Pay. *rate depends on language requirements for the position and candidate's fluency.

• 5% of base salary up to a maximum of $3,000/year *the annual maximum amount will be prorated based on full time equivalency (FTE).

Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, coordinate and support learning and development initiatives for the Adult Education Program.
• Collaborate with instructors to design instructional modules, sessions and materials with consideration for varied learning styles.
• Utilize and review various instructional delivery technologies.
• Organize department-wide training for instructors as needed, in classroom settings and online delivery formats.
• Assess and report local program performance.
• Gather data regarding teacher and student needs. Conduct outreach and assist with registration and testing.
• As needed, teach engaging and student-centered group classes, which may include job skills/workforce curriculum and College and Career Readiness Standards.

Requirements:

• Required: Bachelor's degree (preferred in a related field)
• Adult Basic Education Authorization (ABEA), or willingness to obtain within 3 years of hire.
• Minimum of two years teaching experience with emphasis on adult education.
• Previous experience teaching or training adults in a classroom or in a virtual environment.
• Experience teaching multi-level and multi-cultural classes
• Experience developing and delivering contextualized ESL instruction and/or integrated education and training

Required Vaccinations and TB Test.

AMHR has prioritized the health and safety of our clients and staff and requires all employees to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19, receive an annual influenza (flu) shot, and receive negative TB test results prior to their first day of hire. Proof of both vaccinations and negative TB test will be required upon your first day of employment. Medical and religious exemptions may be requested for the COVID 19 vaccine, annual flu shot or TB test.

Benefits:

• Health insurance: Kaiser
• Dental, vision, and flexible spending accounts (dependent care & health care)
• Company paid basic life and AD&D insurance
• Long-term disability coverage*
• 403(b) retirement plan which provides 100% vesting immediately, and matching contributions up to 4% after one year of employment
• Accrued Vacation pay up to 12 days and accrued Sick Pay up to 12 days per year, plus 10 Paid Company Holidays, and 2 floating holidays (hours calculated pro-rata basis based on full-time equivalency)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary term life insurance
• Short term disability*

*Eligible for benefit if working 30 hours per week or more

Our Mission.

Mission: Deeply rooted in our diverse community, we deliver state-of-the-art care and meaningful outcomes that impact emotional well-being and addiction recovery.

Vision: To foster hope and healing through compassionate, quality care.

Core Values: Passionate caring; Rising to the challenge; Honoring and respecting all persons; Believing in resilience; Putting clients and community first; Commitment to collaboration and teamwork

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Aurora Mental Health & Recovery and subsidiaries (AMHR) are dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees on the basis of age 40 and over, race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and length, protective hairstyles), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, color, religion, national origin, disability, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable state or local law. We do not tolerate discrimination in any form or context including harassment or exclusion.

Diversity Statement.

We are committed to the values of diversity, equity, and inclusion, and strive to ensure that it is interwoven into the fabric of our organization. We support and nourish an inclusive and welcoming environment for employees from diverse backgrounds.