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Director of Education

Pathways, Inc. - Adult Education & Training
Lynn, MA, United States
Full-time

Director of Education

Job Description

Pathways, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization based in Lynn, is one of the premier adult education programs on the North Shore.

  • For over 40 years Pathways has been providing a supportive educational environment for adult learners by : (1) offering opportunities for adult learners to attain their HiSET / GED credential and non-native English speakers to learn and improve their English language skills;
  • 2) encouraging students / graduates to explore a variety of career pathways available in the regional labor market; (3) helping students / graduates develop employment, career and / or college readiness skills;

and (4) facilitating transitions to postsecondary education, training, and employment.

Responsibilities - In consultation with Pathways, Inc. Executive Director, the Director of Education is responsible for the following work areas :

Curriculum Development - Oversee the ongoing creation, review, and revision of Pathways research-based, standards-based, student-centered curriculum for ESOL and ABE

  • Stay current with Federal and State curriculum initiatives, research findings, and best practices through participation in training, professional development, professional conferences, etc.
  • Research and acquire evidence-based, high-interest curriculum texts and materials

Supervision of Instructors - Responsible for the supervision of Teachers and Curriculum and Testing Coordinators

  • Make personnel recommendations to the ED. (i.e. hire new teachers)
  • Provide orientation and guidance to new teachers
  • Provide teachers with regular supervision regarding curriculum, lesson planning, research-based teaching practices, student-centered teaching practices, digital literacy, and assessment
  • Implement DESE initiatives with teachers
  • Conduct classroom observations and provide feedback to all teachers
  • Conduct performance evaluations

Academic Program Oversight - Oversee Pathways' day-to-day academic operations

  • Plan and facilitate monthly curriculum meetings and periodic research-based professional development activities focusing on team-building, curriculum initiatives, best practices, cultural awareness, and digital literacy
  • Guide individual teachers through professional development plans and career advancement opportunities
  • Provide opportunities for teachers to observe and collaborate, and to develop areas of deep expertise
  • Coordinate with teachers to plan and cover absences

Other - As a member of the senior staff, work closely with the Senior Management team on strategy and projects

  • Some evening hours are required
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications :

  • Masters Degree in Education
  • Experience developing curriculum for English Language Learners and low-income adult learners
  • Bilingual in Spanish / English preferred
  • Proficiency in Google suite of computer programs
  • Experience working in a non-profit educational setting

Reports to : Executive Director

Interested Candidates : Please submit cover letter and resume to [email protected]

16 days ago
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