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NexStep College Pathway Coordinator (Webb Road)

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Job Description

Organization:

For more than 60 years, Goodwill Industries of Kansas has been a trusted resource and advocate for people with disabilities and barriers to employment. At Goodwill Industries of Kansas, our mission is to provide opportunities for people with disabilities and barriers to employment seeking independent and productive lives.

Summary/Objective:

To assist students to reach the levels of educational proficiency necessary to pursue and obtain a college certificate. To collaborate and communicate with WSU Tech’s academic and advising staff. To provide direct support to potential adult education students interested in pursuing post-secondary education. To Manage AO-K (Accelerated Opportunity of Kansas), and KPC (Kansas Pathway to Career) initiatives. To serve as an academic advisor to adult education students pursuing post-secondary education. To participate in NexStep outreach events. To participate in student enrollment processes. To fulfill mission statement. Other assigned functions as deemed necessary by the Grant Compliance and Operations Manager.

Job Competencies:

Teach math, reading, and other adult education subjects as needed to prepare learners to pass the GED exam and be well prepared for the workplace and for post-secondary education. Provide students enrolled in post-secondary education with a framework to study independently. Willingness to be on-call for student, instructor, and/or program support team. Plan for and provide one-on-one, small group, and/or large group instruction based on student goals and assessment data. Maintain accurate records. Display commitment and involvement toward Goodwill’s mission.

Education/Qualifications:

Requires a Bachelor's Degree and two years related to the coaching, counseling, academic advising, education, and/or teaching of diverse populations. Background in Language Arts, Social Studies, Science, Math, GED testing and/or related field preferred. Must possess advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office. Must pass a background check. Must hold a valid driver’s license and be able to drive to multiple campuses. Strong communication skills are required. Must be an energetic team player who possesses the desire to positively impact the community and create significant change in the lives of adult education students.

Special Knowledge/Skills:

In-depth adult education curriculum and instruction knowledge, effective classroom management and policy enforcement, lesson planning, synchronous and asynchronous instruction implementation, instructor and student advocacy, strategic planning, educational policy creation and implementation, ability to learn the College and Career Readiness Standards, effective communication skills, modern technology skills, conflict resolution skills, Data tracking, data submission, positive and effective communication.

Benefits:

• Medical and Prescription Plan - available first of month following employment

• Paytient Medical Assistance Plan - available first of month following employment

• Dental Plan with Ortho Option - available first of month following employment

• Vision Care Plan - available first of month following employment

• Flexible Spending Accounts - available first of month following employment

• Group Life and AD&D - available first of month following employment

• 401(k) Plan - available first of month following 90-days employment

• Vacation and Sick Leave - accrual begins first day of employment

• Paid Holidays

• Personal days

• Floating holiday

• Accident and critical illness

• Paid Volunteer Time Off - 8 hours per year

• Employee Assistance Program

• Employee Referral Bonus

• Tuition Reimbursement Program

• 20% discount at Goodwill Industries of Kansas stores

Job Location:

This position will work on site at:

3351 N. Webb Road, Wichita, KS 67226

Department: Mission Services

This is a non-management position

This is a full time position