This is a full-time, grant-funded position, supported by funds awarded to the 1199C Training Fund by the Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry, reporting to the 1199C Training Fund’s Executive Director.

The 1199C Training Fund takes the COVID-19 pandemic seriously. All work conditions described in this posting are subject to alteration in order to ensure the safety of everyone involved in this project. Applicants should expect to work remotely for at least some measure of time, based on guidance issued by the Pennsylvania Department of Health.

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• Mondays and Wednesdays, 9:00am-12:00pm
• OR Tuesdays and Thursdays, 5:30pm-8:30pm

Online classes require smart phone, tablet, or computer to participate.

Apply now – New classes start September 7, 2020. (Must be 16 years or older)

Apply online and download the flyer at http://www.1199ctraining.org/esl

Class schedules are based on assessment test results and availability.

Online classes require smartphone, table or computer to participate.

Apply Now! Classes start July 13, 2020 (Must be 16 years or older)

Apply online and download the flyer at https://www.1199ctraining.org/esl

The class runs March 2 – June 18, 2020.

Applications can be made online at: https://1199ctraining.formstack.com/forms/esl_registration
Visit http://www.1199ctraining.org/esl-registration to download the flyer and view a description of the curriculum.

Applications may also be made by phone at 215-568-2580 or email at afreedj@1199ctraining.org.

There are five main responsibilities of the Lead Program Coordinator:

1. To support the BCO Program Manager with overall program oversight including developing and monitoring program operations, running data reports, and writing narrative reports as needed.
2. To coordinate internally with staff of occupational skills training and academic bridge programming to potential students.
3. Support student efforts in terms of career and financial well-being and growth.
4. Build and maintain relationships with employers and community partners.
5. Work with the BCO Team to collect and regularly inventory BCO paperwork.

This position works closely with the BCO Program Manager in coordinating and evaluating the EMT Pre-Apprentice, Unite Here Culinary Academy, ESL HHA, and BHT programs and the continued career and financial coaching of over 400 BCO participants. This position begins in February 2020 and is a six month, full-time, temporary assignment without benefits.  This position will include evening and weekend hours as required by programming.  Pending further funding opportunities, there may be the possibility of this position being renewed with benefits.

More information and to apply: https://www.indeed.com/jobs?q=Lead%20program%20coordinator&l=Philadelphia%2C%20PA&vjk=b2c237f0e661384b

DEADLINE: Friday, February 14, 2020.

Presented by HIAS PA, the Philadelphia Citizenship Action Network (P-CAN), and District 1199C Training & Upgrading Fund; Funded by USCIS Citizenship & Integration Grant Program. (Student citizenship book and CD: $28.00)

Any legal permanent resident (LPR for 1 week or more!) with a valid “green card” is eligible for this program.  While the curriculum focuses on passing the naturalization test, it also supplies a strong foundation in ESL Civics for High Intermediate and above learners (the class is multi-level).  District 1199C Training & Upgrading Fund is centrally located in Center City Philadelphia (Broad and Chestnut Streets) and is easily accessible by public transportation.

In this program, students will:

• Meet with immigration attorneys to check eligibility for citizenship
• Get help completing the N-400 application, the Fee Waiver I-912, and other USCIS forms
• Receive 10 weeks of FREE intensive instruction [tutoring is available!]

And learn EVERYTHING necessary to:

• pass the Civics test
• pass the Naturalization Interview
• become a US citizen!
• PLUS improve English skills

Schedule:

• Tuesday, March 3, 2020, 9:30am: Information & Registration Session:
• Tuesday, March 10, 2020, 9:30am: English Assessment Test
• Class Schedule: Tuesdays & Thursdays, 9:30am – 12:00pm
• Class starts: Thursday, March 12 — Completes: Thursday, May 21, 2020

Applicants must:

• attend the Information/Registration session to be enrolled in the classes
• bring Permanent Resident Card (Green Card) to the Information/Registration session
• take both the English Assessment Entrance AND Exit Exams to be enrolled

Applicants must also:

• be 18 years or older
• have a valid Permanent Resident/Green Card
• live in Philadelphia, Montgomery, Bucks, Delaware or Chester County
• have basic English skills
• have a clean criminal background

Apply online: http://www.1199ctraining.org/esl-registration

Complete the form, select “Citizenship” and click “SUBMIT”

Call 215-568-2580 or email afreed@1199ctraining.org

Immigration questions must be directed to Mary Clark, Esq. at mclark@hiaspa.org

Flyer for classes: https://documentcloud.adobe.com/link/track?uri=urn%3Aaaid%3Ascds%3AUS%3A8659b332-2321-4b56-bf73-d0118effaa7f

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

General

Coordinates daily operations of the Fund’s FCC Provider Hub, liaising between contracted FCC providers and the City of Philadelphia’s Pre-K intermediary (PHMC), and ensuring provider compliance with City of Philadelphia Pre-K Provider Contract Deliverables; interfaces with Public Health Management Corporation and City of Philadelphia Mayor’s Office of Education in coordinating providers’ contracts and Training Fund contract. Coordinating with the Training Fund’s Technical Assistance staff, ensuring that the provision of Technical Assistance is responsive to the ongoing assessment of providers’ needs related to contract compliance and deliverables. Time is spent approximately 75% in the Training Fund office and 25% visiting on-site with contracted FCC providers.

This is a full-time grant-funded position starting October 2019 and ending in June 2020.

Specific

Monitors contracted FCC providers for compliance with the following City of Philadelphia Pre-K Contract Deliverables; assists providers in coming into compliance in areas where they may fall short:
• Providers must…
o Maintain safe and legal program operations (i.e. maintain DHS childcare license in good standing with no incidents or provisional status)
o Provide overall program quality (i.e. maintain STAR 3 or 4 status in good standing)
o Deliver quality, developmentally-appropriate instruction to three- and four-year-olds for 5.5 hours per day for 108 days, using a PA-approved early learning curriculum that is aligned to the PA Early Learning Standards
o Conduct continuous child observation to inform bi-annual child outcomes assessment and comply with PA required outcomes assessment in March 2017 (as evidenced by OCDEL report)
o Recruit and retain qualified staff – a full-time director (based on the DHS regulations); a lead teacher with a minimum of an Associate’s Degree in ECE or related content and an assistant teacher with a minimum qualification of CDA in each classroom; and a sufficient pool of substitutes, floaters, aides to ensure teachers can take break (evidenced by DHS license, STARS status, ChildWare)
o Ensure eligible families receive needed services by maintaining 100% program enrollment with a waitlist (as evidence by ChildWare data)
o Ensure children receive adequate program dosage by maintaining 85% daily average attendance (as evidence by ChildWare data)
o Ensure family need for early learning and childcare services is met by supporting families in accessing additional funding to support full-day and full-year child care needs (as evidenced by ChildWare, CCIS data)
o Enter and maintain CCIS contract and offer full-day services as needed by the family
o Deliver comprehensive services (i.e. conduct developmental screening of children within 45 days of enrollment using a state-approved tool, and refer any child with concern for assessment)
o Verify that each child has a current physical and dental health assessment (includes results of hearing and vision screening) on file (as evidenced by ChildWare data)
o Utilize CACFP to provide nutritious, family-style meals and snacks
o Partner with families and caregivers to support their children’s learning and development, developing ongoing and effective communication with parents and caregivers in alignment with STARS standards
o Plan and implement kindergarten transition by June 1 for all children who will turn 5 by September 1 of the following school year; report on transition status of rising kindergarteners (as evidenced by ChildWare data)
o Enter relevant program, staff, child and family data accurately into ChildWare and PELICAN, and maintain records in accordance with DHS requirements
o Engage in the City’s Pre-K expansion project and continuous improvement of the system through attendance at quarterly provider meetings convened by intermediary.
o Spend funds according an approved program budget for the provision of high quality learning services to confirmed program participants (as evidenced by desk review, invoices) and notify the intermediary if a budget revision is needed.

Coordinates with the project’s Technical Assistance staff, tracking the provision of TA services.

Provides ECE Director with weekly reports on Childware and Teaching Strategies data, and collaborates with the ECE Director in Identifying and implementing provider supports.

Maintains recordkeeping and participant file maintenance.

Prepares timely detailed reports required by the Pre-K contract.

Tracks and assesses providers’ technical assistance needs, and collaborates with the ECE Director in designing and implementing a professional development program for the providers.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent; Master’s Degree a plus.
• Minimum five years’ work experience in Early Childhood Education and/or Elementary Education.
• Proven collaboration and coordination skills.
• Experience with employer relations a plus.
• Excellent project management skills, documentation skills, and attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Must have valid drivers’ license.
• Computer proficiency including use of spreadsheets, databases, presentations and onedrives.

Work Requirements:
Working conditions are those normally found in an office environment. Must be able to travel to provider sites for monitoring and other related purposes.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: OCTOBER 10, 2019
Please send resume to: Teresa Colllins
tcollins@1199ctraining.org

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

General

Coordinates daily operations of specific ECE Registered Apprenticeship and pre-apprenticeship programs in southeastern Pennsylvania, working closely with participating employer partners and Apprentices, individually and as a cohort; interfaces with higher education partners, First Up, and the PHMC evaluation department in managing partners’ contracted roles in the project; interfaces with Pennsylvania Office of Child Development & Early Learning (OCDEL), the Professional Development Organization for southeastern Pennsylvania, and City of Philadelphia Mayor’s Office of Education (MOE) to coordinate/integrate project activities with state and local ECE programming. Time is spent approximately 50% in the Training Fund office and 50% on-site with participating employers and Apprentices.

Specific

EMPLOYER ENGAGEMENT: Recruit participating employers to sponsor Registered Apprentices and identify coaches. In collaboration with the Training Fund’s Apprenticeship Specialist, provide support to employers in completing required documents, such as employer-specific and apprentice-specific apprenticeship documents, including wage steps (Apprenticeship Standards’ Appendices A and E). Establish systems, roles and reporting protocols for Apprentices, employers, and Student Supervisors/Coaches, and oversee implementation. Develop and implement on-boarding processes and procedures for employers and apprentices. Maintain ongoing relationship with employers, Apprentices, and Student Supervisors/Coaches, including regular onsite visits, assisting with problem solving and providing technical assistance to ensure that the Apprenticeship Program is implemented with fidelity.

SUPPORT FOR APPRENTICES: Work closely with employer partners to recruit and enroll Apprentices in assessment and Bridge coursework with Training Fund, CCP Accuplacer preparation coursework, and developmental coursework (as needed). Support Apprentices’ registration and maintain/update participant files/records for the duration of their participation in the program. Collaborate with the Training Fund’s Apprenticeship Specialist in registering Apprentices in the US Department of Labor’s RAPIDS database at the beginning of the program upon beginning program and following completion, ensuring Apprentices’ progression to Journeyworker status and receipt of US DOL certificate. Support Apprentices and employers in ensuring TEACH documentation is secured each semester, and coordinate with TEACH to problem solve issues that arise. Track academic progress of Apprentices, and organize group and individual tutoring/study groups in collaboration with higher education partners. Provide counseling support to Apprentices. Assess and identify individual and group needs of Apprentices, notifying the ECE Director and problem solving interventions to support Apprentices’ success.

SUPPORT FOR STUDENT SUPERVISORS/COACHES: Provide oversight to the coaching process (including initial training and continued professional development) in partnership with First Up. Support employers in identifying and selecting Coaches. Track the input of Coaches regarding the competency attainment of Apprentices, and implement interventions in partnership with First Up to ensure that coaching is occurring on a weekly basis and documentation is input weekly.

INTERFACE WITH STATE APPRENTICESHIP SYSTEM: In support of the Training Fund’s Apprenticeship Specialist, ensure all documents are secured from employers to successfully enroll employers and Apprentices.

MANAGING PARTNERSHIPS: Coordinate closely with higher education partners to ensure all systems are in place to support the implementation of the Apprenticeship Program. Work closely with higher education partners to ensure the academic progress of each Apprentice and that the course sequence for Apprentice cohorts and individual Apprentices are updated each semester as needed. Ensure that instructional program elements comply with/qualify for T.E.A.C.H. and/or Rising Stars tuition support. Support employer partners and First Up in implementing onsite weekly coaching and robust mentoring of the Coaches. Provide oversight to First Up’s Technical Assistance project with employers, supporting the Apprenticeship Program’s sustainability, and the evaluation project that is led by the consulting evaluation team.

PROGRAM EVALUATION: Assist the consulting evaluation team in implementing CLASS evaluations and focus groups/individual interviews with Apprentices, employers, and Coaches.

PROJECT MANAGEMENT: Organize and facilitate quarterly Apprenticeship Committee meetings. Manage project record keeping and participant file maintenance, working with the ECE Director and other Training Fund staff to meet all funders’ reporting requirements in a timely manner. Assist the Training Fund’s ECE Director and Controller in executing the Training Fund’s role as the project’s fiscal sponsor, ensuring timely disbursement of all contracted grant funds to partnering organizations; liaise with partners as necessary to ensure timely receipt of invoices and backup for all project-related services; liaise with the Training Fund finance department and all partnering organizations to obtain backup documentation of all matching funds pledged to the project.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or a closely related field; Masters Degree preferred.
• Minimum five years’ work experience working in an Early Childhood Education or Elementary Education setting, including ECE management and Technical Assistance experience.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Early Childhood Education as well as adult learning.
• Proven collaboration and coordination skills.
• Experience with employer relations is a plus.
• Excellent project management skills, documentation skills, and attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and ability/interest in working with employers and frontline staff.
• Must have valid drivers’ license and ability to employer sites and other meetings in southeastern Pennsylvania.
• Computer proficiency including use of spreadsheets, databases, presentations and onedrives.

Work Requirements:

Working conditions are those normally found in an office environment. Must be able to travel to employer sites, and work flexible hours with some evening hours required.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: OCTOBER 10, 2019
Please send resume to: Cheryl Feldman
cfeldman@1199ctraining.org

The District 1199C Training Fund – a non-profit, labor-management workforce development partnership – will work with our union partner (District 1199C Hospital & Health Care Workers, AFSCME, AFL-CIO) and Mountwest Community & Technical College to develop and grow an industry-contextualized degree completion program for our affiliated union members and, eventually, other workers and jobseekers. Building on our experience in the apprenticeship system, the Training Fund will work with Mountwest to award college credit, leading to Associate’s Degrees in Allied Health, for a combination of: classroom instruction, work-based and on-the-job learning, demonstrated prior experience/competency mastery, and career-informed portfolio development/assessment. Mountwest will verify the quality of the Training Fund’s curricula and assessments, including assessments of work experience, up-front and prior to certifying the Training Fund as a partner qualified to recommend the application of transcript credit. All Mountwest degree credits will articulate fully with Health Information, Healthcare Administration, and other Bachelor’s programs at Philadelphia’s Peirce College.

The Training Fund and Mountwest are part of a growing coalition of unions and labor-management partnerships working nationwide to resurrect some of the best work of the National Labor College in making quality distance education and credit for non-traditional, non-institutional learning available to working people across the US. The Training Fund will have a major role to play in expanding this partnership through our network peer education/training funds in the health sector.

Administrative duties, especially data tracking and reporting, are also included as part of the position. The position also involves travel to employer and partner sites, some of which are more easily reached by car.

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Application deadline: Wednesday, September 30^th, 2019, to Peter Chomko (pchomko@1199ctraining.org), Grants & Special Projects Manager. Please provide a resume and a cover letter that articulates the applicant’s reasons for applying for the position, the applicant’s strengths related to carrying out the duties of the position, and identifying growth opportunities afforded by the position.

CLASSES ARE 6 HOURS EACH WEEK FOR 16 WEEKS. STUDENTS MUST BE AVAILABLE TO ATTEND THE FULL 16-WEEK CYCLE OF THE PROGRAM.

All students must pass an oral interview and take the Assessment Exam (by appointment only). Students must be work-ready and 17 years of age or older.

Click here for more information or here to schedule an appointment for an assessment test.

The STEAM Scholars Project Coordinator will serve as the primary on-site project staff person at Roxborough High School, with responsibility for recruiting and supporting a new cohort of “STEAM Scholars.” In-school and out-of-school-time programming for STEAM Scholars during their high school years is designed to support their academic progress, while exposing them to career and educational pathways in health and STEM. The project features strong wellness, self-advocacy, and youth leadership components.

The STEAM Scholars Project Coordinator will report to Sarah Robbins, the Training Fund’s Senior Manager of Youth Partnerships, within the Department of Workforce Development. This is a full-time position, and offers a highly-competitive benefits package.

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JOB POSTING
PART-TIME ACADEMIC INSTRUCTORS

Position Summary:
District 1199C Training & Upgrading Fund seeks to hire part-time instructors. Multiple positions will be available for various departments, include working with youth programs, ages 17 to 24, and/or adult basic education programs. The Training Fund seeks instructors who can teach Mathematics and/or Language Arts at various educational functioning levels, including high school equivalency, such as HISET/GED curricula. HISET/GED programs may also need instructors who can teach Science and Social Studies. Some programs require contextualized instruction related to healthcare, human services, and early childhood. Part time teaching hours may vary with opportunities available for day, afternoon, and evening classes.

Instructors are responsible for developing a relevant workforce contextualized syllabus, provide facilitated instruction including project based learning, incorporate computer technology, document student progress, maintain student portfolios, and participate in team meetings and all assigned professional development activities.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Achieve the goals for the class and the student.
• Work with learners on activities related to their individual and collective goals of obtaining employment, and/or entering post-secondary education.
• Plan lessons in advance using appropriate instructional materials and techniques for developing critical thinking skills.
• Plan lessons in advance to address individual student learning needs and class based instruction.
• Integrate technology in both classroom and supplemental activities and internet sites with relevant practice or research materials.
• Promote student engagement and collaborative learning.
• Work with students individually to support their specific education and career goals.
• Deliver instruction as an inquiry-based learning process that includes interactive activities, scaffolding and evidence-based practice teaching methodology.
• Attend all team meetings and professional development activities.
• Perform all related administrative duties and reporting such as: constructing a syllabus, preparing lesson plans, completing timesheets, documenting student attendance, academic progress, assessments and submitting monthly reports to the career coach.
• Instructors must have content based expertise in the subject they are teaching.
• Instructors must turn in lesson plans and syllabus for all class.
• Instructors must use facilitation-based instruction.

Education and/or Experience: Bachelor’s Degree in Education with 3 – 5 years’ experience teaching Adult and/or Youth Learners

INTERESTED APPLICANTS: PLEASE SEND COVER LETTER & RESUME TO: cfeldman@1199ctraining.org

The Training Coordinator will be responsible for implementing an approach grounded in Positive Youth Development and be familiar with Restorative Justice and other alternative models for effective program implementation. This person is a key member of the team, responsible for providing direction on various program elements and expected to lead programming or offer support where needed. We are looking for an individual with initiative, ability to work as part of a team – often in a leadership role – and possess a strong background developing innovative and creative youth programming.

Specific functions are as follows:

• Delineate eligibility criteria and student expectations for each occupational training track Provide direction around program design and implementation that results in student completion and retention.
• Effectively engage youth in classroom learning, project based learning, and work based learning.
• Develop training schedules and calendars in coordination with Temple Cares staff.
• Ensure curriculum meets industry standards and results in credentials, incorporating feedback from Temple University.
• Build partnerships that enrich the students’ experiences, and support career exploration as well as opportunities for engagement with employers .
• Work with the Temple Cares staff to help students choose the occupational track that is the best fit for them.
• Identify barriers that could prevent students from becoming successful in the program.
• Identify opportunities for youth who may need additional options.
• Ensure that the culture of the program is one that is trauma informed, meets youth where they are, and integrates creative techniques of processing as a means of engaging youth.
• Effectively implement data entry, outcome tracking and reporting within the required timeframes.
• Ensure that student files meet the required standards and are ready for required audits.
• Manage paperwork required for successfully enrolling students. Ensure that students meet qualifications for participation.
• Make purchases related to programming and process payments for students enrolled in
  programming.
• Provide counseling and case management, often in crisis situations.
• Track best practices and use date to inform decisions and program design.
• Work to ensure each occupational training track is fully staffed with qualified instructors that meet the students’ needs. Provide necessary feedback periodically to ensure the students receive the highest quality of programming.

Education/Experience: Position requires a 4-year college degree, masters preferred, in social work, counseling, or a related field of study. A minimum of 5 to 8 years of experience working with young adults is also required. A background in working in educational settings is preferred, but not required. Applicant must show evidence of developing innovative programming for young adults, and possess a passion for working with this population. Excellent organizational, time management, and documentation skills are required.

Technical Skills: Knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Word and Windows Operating System required.

Working Conditions: Working conditions are those normally found in an office environment.

Deadline to apply June 28, 2019. Please send resume and cover letter to kkochel@1199ctraining.org.