Waupaca County Literacy Program Specialist​

Fox Valley Literacy is a 501(c)3 nonprofit based in Appleton, Wis., that provides free English language, citizenship, reading, math, digital, financial, workforce and individualized literacy services to adults in Outagamie, Waupaca, northern Winnebago, and northern Calumet counties.

Send a resume and cover letter to: [email protected]

Job Purpose:

The Waupaca County Literacy Program Specialist is a part-time position (8 HOURS PER WEEK) that coordinates and initiates services for adult learners throughout Waupaca County, recruits and trains volunteers, recruits learners, and provides ongoing support.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Spread awareness of adult literacy needs and Fox Valley Literacy’s free services throughout Waupaca County.
• Build relationships with partner organizations.
• Recruit volunteer tutors and learners.
• Identify adult literacy needs and help direct Waupaca County program development.
• Work directly with students and volunteers to schedule classes, establish goals and assess skills levels.
• Provide learning and teaching materials.
• Train volunteers and/or learners on attendance, accessing online resources, etc.
• Maintain positive relationships with students and tutors.
• Check in with students and tutors at regular intervals to conduct goal-setting, achievement progress reports, and personal education planning.
• Follow up with student progress through testing and assessment.
• Communicate with students and tutors regarding programming and opportunities.
• Oversee student metrics and timely report out on a scheduled basis for participants in Waupaca County.
• Research community resources and services to help remove barriers for students and meet non-literacy-specific needs.
• Assist in the recruitment of students and tutors.
• Assist in teaching classes and/or individual tutoring.
• Assist with special events and trainings.
• Help design special events so that they are inclusive, accessible, representative of, and engaging and empowering for students and volunteers.
• Identify and participate in continuing education opportunities for staff and tutors related to teaching methods, cultural competence, learning theory and practice.
• Other duties as needed.

Qualifications:

• High school education.
• Passion for uplifting communities, building relationships, and helping individuals build skills and improve their lives.
• Knowledge of and relationships in Waupaca County.
• Proficiency in English and Spanish preferred; additional language skills are beneficial.
• Previous experience in education or nonprofits.
• Previous experience working with volunteers.
• Experience working in multicultural environments.
• Valid Wisconsin driver’s license, insurance, and reliable transportation.

Skills:

• Good oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work with a diverse group of individuals
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Self-starter who enjoys taking initiative and creating new programs
• Relationship building and collaboration skills
• Team player with an ability to support the work of others
• Ability to successfully work with and motivate students and tutors
• Ability to multitask and prioritize
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to maintain a professional manner under pressure
• Proficient computer skills including databases and spreadsheets
• Creative problem solving

Fox Valley Literacy is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination in employment (whether paid staff or volunteer) based on race, color, sex, marital or familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, national origin, ancestry or disability. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Pay: From $15.00 per hour

Expected hours: 8.0 per week

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Work Location: In person