Joplin R8
Title: Adult Education and Literacy Director
Term: Full-time/11 Month
Classification: Non-Exempt
Location: AEL Learning Center, 123 S. Main, Joplin
Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree required. Two years of teaching experience and experience with grant writing/management strongly preferred. Must earn DESE AEL Certification within first year of employment. Supervisory: Yes
Reports to: FTC Director of Adult Education
Code: 002-1611-6111-0321-33700-3-611
Job Number: 1197
Summary
The Director of Adult Education and Literacy provides leadership and oversight for the district's AEL programs, including GED/HiSET preparation and literacy services for adult learners pursuing their high school equivalency. This position is responsible for program development, staff supervision, grant management/compliance, and community engagement to ensure high-quality educational opportunities that meet state and local requirements.
Essential Functions:
Write and manage grants to support program growth and sustainability Hire, train, and supervise program staff Monitor and document professional development and certification requirements Schedule classes and coordinate test proctoring Order instructional and program supplies Complete required state and federal reports Collaborate with the Director of Accounting to develop and manage the program budget Create and distribute marketing and informational materials Plan and coordinate special events to promote student success Attend interagency, regional, and state meetings Collaborate with community partners to strengthen services and outreach Respond to and initiate communication with students, staff, and agencies Other Job Functions:
Supports the mission of Joplin Schools. Supports the value of education. Complies with the privacy rights of students. Safeguards confidential and/or sensitive information. Communicates effectively with all the members of the school district and community. Provides excellence in customer service both internally and externally. Reacts to change productively. Keeps abreast of new information, innovative ideas and techniques. Maintains accurate records and filing systems for accountability and audit purposes. Ensures that all activities conform to district, state, or federal guidelines. Exhibits dependability and punctuality in assigned duties; has consistent and regular attendance.
Physical Demands:
An individual who holds this position must have the ability to speak and hear in an environment where numerous conversations and activities may be taking place simultaneously. Be able to move around the classroom and read handwritten or printed material.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Conditions and Environment:
The individual who holds this position will regularly work in a school environment that is noisy and active.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Term: Full-time/11 Month
Classification: Non-Exempt
Location: AEL Learning Center, 123 S. Main, Joplin
Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree required. Two years of teaching experience and experience with grant writing/management strongly preferred. Must earn DESE AEL Certification within first year of employment. Supervisory: Yes
Reports to: FTC Director of Adult Education
Code: 002-1611-6111-0321-33700-3-611
Job Number: 1197
Summary
The Director of Adult Education and Literacy provides leadership and oversight for the district's AEL programs, including GED/HiSET preparation and literacy services for adult learners pursuing their high school equivalency. This position is responsible for program development, staff supervision, grant management/compliance, and community engagement to ensure high-quality educational opportunities that meet state and local requirements.
Essential Functions:
Write and manage grants to support program growth and sustainability Hire, train, and supervise program staff Monitor and document professional development and certification requirements Schedule classes and coordinate test proctoring Order instructional and program supplies Complete required state and federal reports Collaborate with the Director of Accounting to develop and manage the program budget Create and distribute marketing and informational materials Plan and coordinate special events to promote student success Attend interagency, regional, and state meetings Collaborate with community partners to strengthen services and outreach Respond to and initiate communication with students, staff, and agencies Other Job Functions:
Supports the mission of Joplin Schools. Supports the value of education. Complies with the privacy rights of students. Safeguards confidential and/or sensitive information. Communicates effectively with all the members of the school district and community. Provides excellence in customer service both internally and externally. Reacts to change productively. Keeps abreast of new information, innovative ideas and techniques. Maintains accurate records and filing systems for accountability and audit purposes. Ensures that all activities conform to district, state, or federal guidelines. Exhibits dependability and punctuality in assigned duties; has consistent and regular attendance.
Physical Demands:
An individual who holds this position must have the ability to speak and hear in an environment where numerous conversations and activities may be taking place simultaneously. Be able to move around the classroom and read handwritten or printed material.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Conditions and Environment:
The individual who holds this position will regularly work in a school environment that is noisy and active.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.