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01Apr 24

We’re Growing to meet the Literacy Demands of our Province. Come Join our Team!

Who is Foundations Learning?

Foundations Learning & Skills Saskatchewan (formerly READ Saskatoon) is a charitable, non-profit literacy organization that offers free literacy and skills development to adults and children. Literacy remains as important today as it was in 1979, when Foundations was established. With 45 years of volunteer-driven, community-based experience, Foundations Learning understands that a person’s earnings, health, work, and education opportunities are directly related to their literacy skills. For more information visit:  https://www.FoundationsLearning.com/

 

Why work for Foundations Learning?

At Foundations Learning we work at the grassroots level with more than 240 community organizations and 190 volunteers to deliver adult, financial, child, and family literacy programming in 64 communities via community hubs, libraries, family resource centres, schools, and other public spaces throughout Saskatchewan. We have 117 trained facilitators around the province. Combining our work with the trainer’s efforts we provided free literacy programs and events to over 4,000 adults and children last year. It is our vision that all Saskatchewan communities and individuals have equitable access to quality learning opportunities so everyone can fully participate and thrive.

As an employee of Foundations Learning you will receive:

  • Training and development
  • Group benefits
  • Competitive compensation
  • Group pension plan matching program
  • All the books you can read (and recommendations)
  • Fun and respectful workplace

 

The Role

Working closely with the Program Manager and Senior Adult Literacy Coordinator, the
Lead Coordinator is responsible for the oversight, coordination, and administration of all aspects of Foundations’ Lead program, including managing adult learners and volunteer literacy coaches, training volunteers, promoting programs throughout the community, hosting literacy coach workshops, and other adult literacy initiatives. They attend community meetings and events to recruit learners and volunteers, and to strengthen referral partnerships.

A strong candidate for this role will have an entrepreneurial spirit with a high degree of professionalism and passion for success. You may come from a background in education with established relationships within the non-profit sector. You are successful because you are passionate about continuous learning, serving the community, and you believe that education equity is an achievable goal.

 

Requirements

Education and Experience:

  • University degree in education, the social sciences, or related experience
  • Current Criminal Record Check including Vulnerable Sector Search
  • 5+ years’ experience in adult basic education, volunteer management, program coordination, or a related field
  • Experience in a similar role in a non-profit organization is an asset
  • Valid drivers’ license and access to a vehicle mandatory

 

Skills and Competencies:

  • Understanding and appreciation of cultural adaptation, equity, diversity, and inclusion
  • Understanding of and familiarity with the Truth & Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action
  • Knowledge of adult learning principles
  • Ability to monitor and assess learning progress and provide objective feedback on achievements and learning process
  • Ability to confidently plan, organize, and facilitate adult programs, workshops, and agency events
  • Familiarity with Microsoft 365, especially Word and Excel
  • Proven skill at developing positive and collaborative working relationships with a variety of individuals to support learning, including vulnerable populations
  • Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
  • Knowledge of current community literacy challenges and opportunities relating to the mission of Foundations Learning

 

Working Conditions:

This position works a standard work week (8:30 – 4:30) and is required to work some evenings and weekends to facilitate trainings and workshops.

 

Salary Range

$22-$27/hr

 

Term

Full-time contract until March 31, 2025.

 

Click here to see the complete job description.

 

If you have questions please contact: [email protected]

 

Submit resume and cover letter to:
[email protected] 

 

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