Manager of Education and Training

Brooklyn Public Library (BPL) is one of the nation’s largest library systems and among New York City’s most democratic institutions. As a leader in developing modern 21st-century libraries, we provide resources to support personal advancement, foster civic literacy, and strengthen the fabric of community among the more than 2.7 million individuals who call Brooklyn home. BPL provide nearly 60,000 free programs a year with writers, thinkers, artists, and educators—from around the corner and around the world. And we give patrons millions of opportunities to enjoy one of life’s greatest satisfactions: the joy of a good book. 

The Education and Training Manager works as part of the BPL Adult Learning team to provide quality instructional services supporting the educational and economic development of communities in Brooklyn. The Education and Training Manager will oversee all educational and training programs produced within BPL Adult Learning, including curriculum development, design, planning and delivery of all education and training programs, as well as selection of books, technology and online resources. The Manager will be responsible for evaluation of programming, delivery of instructional staff training, and continuous improvement of educational programs and services.  Working collaboratively with Adult Learning coordinators and managers, ensures curricula and instructional methodology align with statewide and organizational standards, utilizing a variety of collaborative approaches to emphasize the improvement of competencies in classrooms and workshops.   The Education and Training Manager collaborates with external learning organizations and professionals in the field to provide training in adult learning principles and utilization of instructional technology. The Education and Training Manager reports to the Director of Adult Learning.

Responsibilities:

• Designs, revises, and updates tutor training; trains staff to deliver tutor training; offers tutor training onsite and online regularly
• Develops curriculum and assists instructors with unit and lesson planning and delivery
• Evaluates and monitors instruction and assessment implemented with adult learners enrolled in all BPL Adult Learning programs 
• Oversees, designs, and implements instructional staff training, technology training, and other adult learning professional development
• Initiates and introduces train the trainer system for professional development, to incorporate research-based adult learning methodology, skills and knowledge, with emphasis on cross-training  
• Trains literacy volunteer tutors through introduction of appropriate instructional strategies, continuing education and intervention 
• Reviews and selects instructional, training, and professional development resources, including books, technology, and other materials 
• Leads teams including Literacy and Student Advisors to enhance library user and student experience and outcomes  
• Participates actively in all in house and external professional development initiatives 
• Works to build and improve partnerships with other training organizations 
• Provides input and narrative on curricula, strategies, and assessment for various grant proposals 
• Collaborates with team on completing budget and outcomes reports  
• Project manages various internal initiates and supports other internal and external projects including IC3 certification systemwide rollout among others
• Serves as 2nd in charge when necessary; performs other duties as assigned 

Qualifications:

• BA degree in education or related field; MA in education or related field preferred 
• 5-8 years of experience in adult education and training 
• Excellent communication, training, and presentation skills as well as customer service skills 
• Experience developing and implementing curricula for various adult education instruction 
• Experience supervising, motivating, developing, and directing people as they work 
• Experience developing and conducting training for diverse groups, including the general public, staff, and volunteers 
• Ability to select and use training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things 
• Experience managing grants and projects, including grant writing, budget management and reporting 
• Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and instructional design, training and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects 
• Knowledge of current theory and practice in adult literacy and basic education, including experience leading innovation in reading, writing and assessment strategies to align with national and state standards for adult education
• Familiarity with trauma-informed and culturally responsive pedagogy and andragogy 
• Strong proficiency in the use of computers and other advanced educational technologies including iPads & interactive whiteboards 
• Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills 
• Team building skills in a diverse environment 
• Leadership qualities to inspire and motivate others to perform well
• Some travel required 
• Must be able to work occasional evenings and weekends. 

This is a non-union, exempt position with a salary range of $95,000 - $100,000.