Job Opportunities

Adult Education Programs Assistant

LALDEF is seeking an Adult Education Programs Assistant. Reporting to and working closely with the Adult Education Programs Coordinator, the Adult Education Programs Assistant will supervise customers in our TANF and GA Program. The Adult Education Programs Assistant will also perform administrative duties for LALDEF’s Adult Education Programs. Any activities related to program management for the English as a Second Language Program, High School Equivalency Program, Community Work Experience Program, or other Adult Education initiatives will require involvement and specific productive contributions from the Adult Education Programs Assistant. This individual will also create and maintain course materials such as attendance sheets and syllabi, lesson plans, progress checks, and grade reports.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Prepare progress notes, track attendance, and prepare reports required for One Stop Career Center Customers
  • Administer CASAS testing for all One Stop Career Center customers
  • Help prepare course materials such as attendance sheets, syllabi, student handbooks, extra teaching materials, copies/handouts, etc.
  • Community Work Experience Program administration and coordination
  • Engage in client correspondence via email, text, and phone, as well as in person . Record and track data measuring student progress Attend all One Stop Career Center meetings . Weekly check-in meetings with the Executive Director and Career Navigator
  • Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

A bachelor’s degree is required-bilingual (Spanish and English) is strongly preferred. Ideal candidates will have excellent writing, communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills. The successful candidate will manage classroom responsibilities and commit to meeting educational goals. Candidates should be able to work independently but also utilize teamwork strategies when faced with difficult tasks. In addition, candidates should have a passion for education and be truly invested in student success and learning. Experience working at nonprofit organizations is desirable, as is prior teaching experience.
This position reports to the Adult Education Programs Coordinator. This is a full-time position. Some evening work may be required.
Please submit a cover letter and resume to info@laldef.org

Career Navigator

The Latin American Legal Defense and Education Fund (LALDEF) seeks talented, focused, and diligent candidates for the role of Career Navigator.

Working with our Adult Education staff and reporting to the Executive Director, this position offers the opportunity to collaborate with dedicated staff and volunteers to provide vital job search services to Mercer County’s immigrant community.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Client Assessment: Provide one-on-one evaluations to identify the customer’s skills,
    interests, barriers to employment, and career goals.

  • Career Planning: Provide holistic, actionable career plans, including necessary steps and training required for placement or vocational training.

  • Application Preparation: Provide resume and cover letter writing support

  • Job Placement: Work with local employers, identify job opportunities, and match
    qualified applicants to aligned potential employers
  • Resource Coordination: Connect clients with external resources, including childcare, transportation, and other financial assistance, as needed.
  • Progress Tracking: Accurately and thoroughly maintain case files and other software in order to track client progress, job placements, and retention.
  • Client Communication and Follow-Up: Maintain consistent communication with
    prospective clients throughout the intake process, providing updates, answering general questions, and following up on outstanding information or documentation.
  • Collaboration: Work closely with the supervising Adult Education staff to ensure a smooth transition from intake to case management and to provide feedback on lead quality and intake trends.
  • Research: Candidates must maintain up-to-date knowledge of local job market trends, opportunities, and resources.
  • Other tasks as assigned

Qualifications:

A Bachelor’s degree is preferred but not required; preference will be given to those with a Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, or other related fields. Must be experienced in communicating effectively and empathically with individuals from various backgrounds. Must have a working knowledge of Microsoft Office. Applicants must be bilingual in English and Spanish. Preference will be given to candidates with experience in case management and career development. This is a full-time position. Salary is competitive for similarly sized organizations and commensurate with experience.

Please submit a cover letter and resume to info@laldef.org

High School Equivalency (GED) Instructor

The Latin American Legal Defense and Education Fund (LALDEF) seeks talented, focused, and diligent candidates for a part-time GED Instructor.
Working with our Adult Education staff and reporting to the Executive Director, your primary goal will be to empower students to pursue their academic goals, earn their high school diplomas, and transition into continuing education or career pathways.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Curriculum and Instruction: Develop effective, accessible lesson plans in accordance with official GED standards across the four core subjects: Mathematics, Language Arts, Science, and Social Studies. Provide curricula that reflect the diverse educational,
    cultural, and linguistic needs of the students we serve.

  • Student Assessment: Administer pre- and post-tests, evaluate student performance, and adjust instructional strategies and curriculum to meet individual learning paces and goals

  • Classroom Management: Create inclusive, welcoming classroom environments that
    foster critical thinking and accommodate student needs.

  • Record Keeping: Oversee and maintain accurate records of student attendance,
    progress, and performance according to internal and grant guidelines

  • Goal Setting: Aid students in personal goal setting, academic achievement, and
    preparations for post-secondary education and/or employment opportunities

  • Other tasks as assigned

Qualifications:

A Bachelor’s degree is preferred but not required; preference will be given to those with a Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, or other related fields. Must be experienced in communicating effectively and empathically with individuals from various backgrounds. Must have a working knowledge of Microsoft Office. Applicants must be bilingual in English and Spanish. Preference will be given to candidates with experience in case management and career development. This is a full-time position. Salary is competitive for similarly sized organizations and commensurate with experience.

Please submit a cover letter and resume to info@laldef.org