Description

The Distance Learning Specialist at Aurora Mental Health & Recovery (AMHR)'s Cultural Development & Wellness Center is a new role that specializes in organizing and managing distance learning programs and initiatives. This position ensures effective delivery of classes and educational resources to students who learn online, including the provision of remote testing and registration, and assistance to both staff and students with learning platforms (e.g., Burlington English). The Distance Learning Specialist facilitates the seamless integration of technology into the educational process, provides individualized support, and trains teachers on online platforms. This position ensures Distance Learning Assurances are met. In addition, the Specialist teaches seminars and supports Learning Lab and Homework Club instruction.

Shift. Monday - Friday, four days a week 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, one day a week 11:00 am - 8:00 pm. We have a hybrid work schedule where you can enjoy working remotely half-time and work in the office 2 days per week!

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.

• Will receive scheduled earnings on a bi-weekly basis for all hours worked (excluding non-productive hours paid but not worked, e.g., paid time off, holiday, administrative, etc.) in an amount equivalent to 5% of their regular base rate (hourly or salaried), to a maximum amount of $3,000.00 per calendar year. *the annual maximum amount will be prorated based on full time equivalency (FTE).

About the team.

The Cultural Development & Wellness Center's 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.

About you. 

The ideal candidate should be highly collaborative, resourceful, and a strong leader. The candidate must be highly organized and comfortable with internet-based computer programs. Candidates must have previous experience working in the adult education sector. The ideal candidate will have passion and previous experience working with immigrant and refugee populations. 

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.

Qualifications

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
• Preferred languages: English Spanish, Arabic, Dari, or Burmese

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.