Literacy Coordinator

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The Literacy Coordinator is accountable for the management and direction of the Literacy program within the Adult Education division. He/she works in conjunction with the Director to meet the desired goals and objectives of the Adult Education and Family Literacy Act ( AEFLA ). Additionally, the Incumbent is accountable for securing grant funding and preparing reports for the college and state agencies.

• B.S./B.A. in Education, Guidance and Counseling, or related area
• Ability to work with individuals from all socioeconomic backgrounds
• Ability to pass the Illinois Department of Corrections background check
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
• Ability to give presentations, recruit volunteers, and maintain schedules
• Accountable to assign, supervise, review, and evaluate the work of volunteers in a fair, impartial, and independent manner
• Ability to apply Board policies, practices, and procedures
• Ability to understand and apply management principles related to budgeting, personal costs, and overtime expenses, while providing the necessary and proper customer service

• Experience in the development of volunteer coordination and training programs.
• Completed Adult Literacy Training Program/Knowledge of reading instruction.

Full-Time/ Part-Time

Full-Time/ Part-Time Full Time

$39,270.00 annually

Open Date

Open Date 10/27/2026

First Consideration By

First Consideration By 11/13/2026

Closing Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Danville Area Community College

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• Part-Time Positions – Only eligible for Paid Leave according to the PLAW Act.
• Directs, oversees, and is accountable for the Literacy area of Adult Education. The Literacy Coordinator provides leadership to the Trainer and Literacy volunteers.
• Develops,directs, and supervises literacy projects, writes compelling grant proposals, is accountable for ensuring alignment with funding criteria and organizational objectives, seeks new funding sources, and proposes new projects to enhance and promote the literacy program. Also, ensures the timely submission of AVL grant applications and adheres to deadlines.
• Prepares budget, expends individual line allocations, and fiscally accounts for the funding of the Adult Volunteer Literacy program while collaborating with the finance office to develop an accurate budget and financial narrative for AVL grant application. Tracks expenditures and meets with the finance department quarterly to problem-solve any discrepancies.
• Maintains and ensures accurate and complete data collection and data entry on students and tutors. Prepares and submits mandated quarterly reports, detailing outcomes and financial expenditures, and reports documentation and reporting for monitoring visits from the Secretary of State.
• Evaluates learners and tutors to support their learning and their educational goals.
• Provides technical support and problem-solving to Adult Education and Literacy students to ensure a seamless transfer into class and to help navigate them throughout the Adult Education program.
• Conducts regular assessments to evaluate program effectiveness and problem-solve improvements of the literacy program.
• Develops and fosters partnerships with local organizations, schools, and community groups to promote literacy initiatives and increase participation. Meets quarterly with Secretary of State AVL funders.
• Spearheads marketing efforts, which include broadcast media for the Literacy project, distribution of mailings, brochure designs, and assistance with community events.
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