Futureworx is looking for a Personal Development Instructor
Location: Canada
Job Type: Full-time
The Opportunity:
We are seeking applications for an experienced Personal Development Counsellor for our ENGAGE program which focuses on enhancing the employability, essential and life skills of participants to increase community engagement.
We are expanding our existing program offerings and are seeking applications from experienced Personal Development Instructors. As part of our dynamic and supportive team your primary role includes the planning, preparation, and delivery of our Personal Development curriculum as well as the provision of ongoing learner supports, such as employability skills assessments. This position would be attractive to individuals with a background in human and social services coupled with occupational experience in adult education or group facilitation and employment focused coaching.
Essential Functions:
- Prepare and conduct classes related to essential and employability skills in accordance with established curriculum.
- Provide student feedback and performance evaluations.
- Advise students regarding academic matters.
- Create an environment that is conducive to learning and student development.
- Maintain records of student attendance, grades, and/or homework assignments.
- Communicate collaboratively and pro-actively with internal and external program stakeholders.
- Arrange for and monitor student work placements, as required.
- Contribute to maintaining a healthy, secure, and safe learning environment.
Qualifications:
- Diploma or Degree in Human Services/Social Work, or equivalent, and a minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience
- Experience in adult education and/or group facilitation
- Ability to apply adult learning principles and support student success.
- Proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills interpersonal skills.
- Effective organizational and time management skills
- Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain collaborative work relationships with internal and external program stakeholders.
Interested candidates please apply.
More Information
- Salary Offer $25.30 per hr. for 35 hrs. per week, plus 4% vacation pay
- Posting Date January 28, 2021
