Instructional Facilitator

The Safer Foundation is a social service provider to individuals with arrest and conviction records. Through a full range of services, including case management, educational instruction and advocacy, we focus on preparing individuals for the world of work by helping them find and keep productive and meaningful employmentGeneral Summary: Using the Safer Basic Skills Methodology, and other prescribed modes as the backbone of education improvements; the Instructional Facilitator stimulates scholastic development in the Safer client population. Including delivery of basic skills progresses, HSE Certifications preparation, and credentialing entry standardization literacy services. The Facilitator is expected to confidently guide participants in their efforts to achieve competencies necessary in mathematics, reading and writing.Position Results DescriptionThe Position is properly performed when all essential duties and responsibilities are executed by following the Safer Values.Exceeding Expectations, Communication and Collaboration, Integrity, and Evidence-Based Innovation.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Stakeholder Interface and ServiceBased on the individual students' varying needs, abilities and interest, adapt traditional and non-traditional teaching methods to provide instruction and support in the basic skills required to successfully receive: literacy improvement, HSE certification, credentialing entry, and other educational objectives.Assess and diagnose client needs with Education Services. Instruct students individually and in groups using current and life events as subject matters for discussion and problem solving,Observe, evaluate, and assess students' work to determine progress and make suggestions for improvement.Prepare lessons, materials and classroom settings for activities.Assist in the selection and proper placement of enrollees assuring that each one has a progress plan to guide his work.Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among assigned participants.Stakeholder Outreach and RecruitmentParticipate in regular staffing meetings to be certain that all vital information is exchanged, and, subsequently, used in the development, review and revision of participant's progress plans Tracking, Document, and ReportingDocument all successful techniques and approaches to learning improvements. Utilize daily attendance in all synchronized modes of learning for weekly and monthly reporting accountability. Conduct full intakes and maintain full course records of all participants with designated teams and tracking systems.Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effectsHands-on experience and self-sufficiency with Microsoft productivity tools, including Outlook (for email), Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel), and online collaboration tools (video conferencing, Zoom/Teams, messaging).Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammarKnowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, statistics and their applicationsKnowledge of and experience teaching a variety of student-centered approaches in a range of subjects.Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences.Knowledge of and sensitivity to the learning needs and employment barriers faced by people with criminal recordsKnowledge of the use of digital platforms to facilitate learning Knowledge of Transitional servicesExcellent written and verbal communication; excellent interpersonal skillsEducation and Experience:Bachelor's degree in related discipline2 years teaching basic skills/HSE to youth and/ or adults.The Position is properly performed when:Project participants encounter respectful, courteous treatment, and a staff that can provide consistent and effective educational services. All files are complete and found to be satisfactory when audited. Strong community and interdepartmental relationships are established and maintained.The Safer Basic Skills methodology forms the backbone of instructional procedures.Administrative duties and other responsibilities assigned are performed timely and in accordance.Instructors can present a strong introduction to the objectives and operating procedures of the Basic Skills program. He/she delivers on his own promises to class participants and expects participants to deliver on theirs. For example, class work and assignments are reviewed and critiqued in a reasonable turnaround. The students are engaged in their own progress and participate in the application of learning to their everyday lives and future prospects. Each enrollee achieves an appropriate increase in grade level during the course of the program. Enrollees develop a realistic chance of educational goals attainment. Safer Foundation is a drug-free workplace.Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action/Minorities/Females/Veterans Opens a New WindowNo Phone Calls Please Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Created: 2026-04-02