Workkeys Test Prep Instructor

Category:
Workforce Development/Adult Basic Education (ABE)

The Instructor will prepare participants to obtain the ACT Workkeys proficiency certificates required by DESE to work as a paraprofessional/para educator (Teacher Assistant) in the state of Massachusetts. The Work Keys Proficiency Certificate for Paraprofessional consists of Reading for Information, Applied Mathematics, and Business Writing assessments.

This program will orient students to the job of Para Educator in the local public schools. Paraprofessional Educators work with teachers and other school staff to provide instructional assistance, classroom support, and implement effective classroom strategies to meet the needs of all students. The instructor will provide face‑to‑face instruction with limited online instruction. Instructors will follow the course syllabus (pacing guide) and unit plans using the Workkeys training system, Google Classroom, and other Learning Management Systems as required.

The instructor will prepare students to meet or exceed the rigorous standards by ACT. Instruction will be delivered to Adult Learners and require utilizing best practices for instruction.

• Provide high quality instruction related to developing student knowledge and skills in order to meet the Massachusetts hiring requirements.
  • Paraprofessionals must achieve the following skill levels on all three sections of the ACT Workkeys Certificate of Proficiency for Paraprofessional Teaching Assistants:
    • Reading for Information:
      Skill Level 5
    • Applied Mathematics:
      Skill Level 4
    • Business Writing:
      Skill Level 3
• Prepare the Workkeys LMS with classroom groups, assign students and content areas, monitor student progress, and facilitate instruction activities to meet course objectives and student test preparedness.
• Provide instruction content using Google Classroom and other LMS tools as required.
• Work closely with evening and/or day staff to create a collaborative learning environment while utilizing a variety of instructional methods, techniques and campus/online resources.
• Using unit plans and lesson plans, prepare Google Classroom, instructional videos, models, labs, websites, and projects for face‑to‑face instruction demonstrating proficiency of best practices for adult learners.
• Collaborate with program staff to develop and maintain student assessment schedules in order to meet program goals and fulfill funding requirements.
• Assess students in all subject areas using summative and formative assessments, Workkeys and Workplace Readiness based on instructional needs.
• Participate in program planning, curriculum development, and program continuous improvement activities and requirements.
• Attend meetings, participate in programs, projects and other duties as needed.

• Ability to work collaboratively in a diverse, inclusive, and student‑centered environment, and with current and prospective students and staff of various learning styles, cultures, identities, and life‑experiences.
• Bachelor’s degree (in Education or Technology preferred).
• At least 3 years of experience providing instruction and/or training in a professional environment.
• Strong written, oral, and interpersonal communication, using multimedia and other technology.
• Ability to work with second language learners and translate technical and Workkeys terms/processes into lay terms.
• Ability to teach the following subjects (reading, applied math, business writing content) across the K‑12 curriculum level.
• Excellent organizational skills and proficiency with classroom technology including Windows, Microsoft Office Suite, Google Classroom, and the Google Suite to support student instruction using multimedia, videos, and communication tools.
• Commitment to learner‑centered, lifelong learning; professional development.
• Belief that students can learn and willingness to meet the needs of the students.
• Ability to teach with proficiency in person and/or online.
• Positive attitude, patience, flexible and demonstrates the ability to explain concepts to all learners.

• Experience working with a diverse population.
• Trained in the use of the Workkeys System and other…