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Boston Education Skills & Training Education & Career Specialist in Medford, Massachusetts
Education and Career Specialist - Incumbent Worker Program Job Summary At BEST we strive to create a diverse work culture that closely matches the diversity of those we serve. We seek applicants from all backgrounds to ensure we get the best, most creative talent on our team. In this job you will: Teach English for Hospitality and/or U.S. Citizenship Preparation to diverse adult learners seeking skills development and improvement. Classes will be held online, at BEST?s Training Centers, and at partner hotels. Be responsible for administrative responsibilities related to these classes. Provide job readiness services to clients, as needed. Work collaboratively with the team to prepare and implement lesson plans tailored to fit students? needs and to contribute to the ongoing development of our program-wide curriculum. Understand students? needs and document their progress through evaluations, attendance, and case logs. Refer clients to relevant resources, such as English and skills training classes, public benefits (e.g., SNAP), financial coaching services, and Local 26 benefits. Support colleagues working in other programs. Lend a hand as needed. All BEST staff members: Accurately capture and enter client and service delivery data into our Salesforce database in a timely manner. Develop strong working relationships with colleagues and external partners, and participate in meetings to foster these relationships. Communicate effectively with colleagues, clients, and partners. - Have strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently and multitask in a fast-paced environment. Is this opportunity right for you? We are looking for people who: Have teaching and/or tutoring experience Demonstrate respect for and experience with bridging differences in language, culture, race, religion, citizenship, gender, and sexual orientation, and do not discriminate on the basis of income, immigration status, or disability. Understand and follow confidentiality practices regarding clients and colleagues. Have advanced English language skills, both spoken and written. Are able to work in a hybrid work environment. Staff members are expected to attend in-person internal/external meetings and in-person classes and events, as required. Have strong tech skills and are comfortable using and/or learning how to use technology applications and platforms. Bonus if you: Are certified in BEST Plus, and/or TABE Have experience using a database Have experience in the hospitality industry and/or workforce development Speak a second language Salary and Benefits BEST offers competitive salaries, 100% employer-paid benefits, and a real commitment to work/life balance. Benefits-eligible employees receive paid time off (vacation, personal, sick, and thirteen holidays) and a monthly cellphone allowance. Our benefits include healthcare, pension, Delta Dental, Davis Vision, an employee assistance plan, life insurance, short-term disability, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, legal services, and a first-time homebuyer loan. In addition, we offer a non-matching 401K plan managed through ADP. There is a waiting period before employees are eligible to access benefits