Learning Center Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Position Summary

The position is responsible for administering Learning Center activities including development and execution of consistent participant-centered programming and curriculum; teaching and providing educational resources and opportunities; building referral networks; educational intakes; responding to and resolving participant conflicts and grievances; and coordinate volunteers in Learning Center.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Staff Learning Center

• Develop and implement monthly theme and activity calendar for the women who use the Learning Center in conjunction with the other team members.
• Assist the participants with setting and meeting their goals that they make take back control of their lives.
• Tutor individuals; refer to outside agencies for education and training and to the in-house employment team.
• Organize and facilitate individual sessions, group workshops, field trips and guest speakers.
• Assist with lesson plans and classes with Humanities curriculum.
• Motivate learning center participants to keep the space clean and orderly.

Administrative Support

Qualifications and Requirements

Education : High School diploma or equivalent; Bachelor's preferred

Licensure and / or Certification : First Aid / CPR preferred.

Job Experience : 1 year of social service setting and experience working with people who are homeless preferred.

Special Knowledge & Skills : Knowledge of issues surrounding homelessness, mental illness and chemical dependency and MISA issues; proficiency in Microsoft Office software, effective oral and written communication skills, good organizational skills, conflict management and crisis intervention skills; demonstrate clear and professional boundaries; act in a professional manner.

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