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Adult Education Teacher & Case Manager

Full-Time | Salaried

About Project Place

Since 1967, Project Place has been a resource for individuals who are experiencing homelessness in Boston. Through innovative programming, including social enterprises, we facilitate the successful transition of individuals to economic self-sufficiency. Comprehensive programming consists of classroom instruction, on-the-job training, case management services, housing and job placement, credential training, retention, and employment services.

Our office is in the South End of Boston, conveniently located less than a mile from the MBTA Orange subway line and Red subway line. The MBTA Silver Line bus also stops directly in front of our building.

Please visit our website at www.projectplace.org for more information about our organization.

About This Job

Job Title: Adult Education Teacher & Case Manager

Reports to: Director of Education

Responsibilities:

Under the supervision of the Director of Education, the Adult Education Teacher & Case Manager will lead classroom-based training for job readiness and industry credentialing. Strong computer literacy and technology skills are needed, including knowledge of Microsoft Office (particularly Excel and PowerPoint) and Google applications. The Adult Education Teacher & Case Manager will also provide case management services to assigned caseload.

Specific duties of the Adult Education Teacher & Case Manager include:

Recruiting and screening clients for class and program fit
Developing curriculum in conjunction with the Director of Education to meet employment, training, and program goals
Creating lesson plans based on students’ needs and conducting classes
Assessing the skill and education levels of clients through self-directed tools and various standardized tests
Developing and maintaining resources in the community that will benefit clients
Completing an Individual Development Plan (IDP) with each client on caseload and reviewing goals and progress regularly
Working effectively as a team member
Working in collaboration with outside agencies who partner with Project Place
Providing computer instruction that will include resume development and Internet job-search strategies
Having strong familiarity with community organizations that offer education resources and community colleges
Providing job-placement assistance
Entering client data into the computer tracking system
Other tasks as assigned by the Executive Director or designee.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience
One or more years of teaching experience and strong classroom management skills required
Self-starter with a capacity to work independently and as a member of a dynamic team
Strong teaching and communication skills
Proficiency with computers and email
Ability to respond flexibly in a fast-paced, evolving environment
Deep commitment to the agency’s mission
Familiarity with the barriers associated with individuals experiencing homelessness, returning to the community from incarceration, and experiencing substance use disorders.

Location: Work will be performed primarily in person at our office.

Schedule: Monday through Friday, 40 hours a week, typically from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Compensation & Benefits

The salary for this position is $45,000 per year. Our benefits include:

3 weeks of vacation in the first year; 4 weeks of vacation every year thereafter
10 sick days and 3 personal days annually
13 holidays and 1 floating holiday
Medical insurance, dental insurance, and life/long-term disability insurance
401(k) plan and 401(k) match.

How to Apply

Please submit both a cover letter and resume to Victoria Patlajan, Director of Education, at vpatlajan@projectplace.org. No phone-call inquiries or in-person applications, please.

Equal Employment Opportunity & Affirmative Action Policy

It is the policy of Project Place to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender), genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law (“protected class status”).

Project Place also will take affirmative action as called for by applicable laws and Executive Orders to ensure that diverse individuals, including qualified individuals with a disability, are introduced into the Agency’s workforce and considered for promotional opportunities.