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New Contract Opportunity #21171211163615

Post Date: 12/13/2017
Closing Date: 1/12/2018 5:00 PM

This RFP seeks proposals for performance of the following services under a Miscellaneous Purchase Order (MPO) issued by the Office of Adult Education (OAE) within the Managing Director’s Office (MDO): To establish at least (3) separate contracts, the purpose of providing at least one and up to three high-quality Adult Basic Education (ABE), Adult Secondary Education (ASE) and English as a Second Language (ESL) courses at each of the 12 City of Philadelphia Community Schools. Services at the Community Schools will be split up between the three contractors, who will together provide all ABE, ASE, and ESL services at the 12 schools. This will be a pilot program for the current fiscal year.

Project Overview

The Office of Adult Education (OAE), in collaboration with the Mayor’s Office of Education (MOE) is implementing a program of Adult Education within the 12 Community Schools, currently functioning under the direction of MOE. OAE and MOE are seeking proposals to establish at least (3) separate contracts, with different providers to provide high-quality Adult Basic Education (ABE), Adult Secondary Education (ASE) and English as a Second Language (ESL) courses at each of the 12 City of Philadelphia designated Community Schools. OAE will be coordinating the overall program, but needs an experienced administrator to oversee the program directly. The Community Schools are listed below.

The time frame of the project is expected to run from ASAP through June 30, 2018, unless sooner terminated by the City pursuant to its terms. There is a potential for extension of the program

Services Required

An independent Contractor is being sought to carry out the objectives of this program and perform the following activities:

– Develop relationships with the Principal/Vice Principal and the Community School Coordinator at each of the 12 community schools

– Establish and implement a transparent process for reviewing and selecting submitted vendor proposals, which includes establishing specific, measurable performance goals.

– Coordinate the implementation of the adult education program within the Community Schools

– Create and implement a process for collecting, analyzing and reporting on performance data

– Track the literacy providers’ progress towards meeting performance goals

– Provide technical assistance and training as necessary on strategies, systems and processes related to the provision of adult education services

– Conduct periodic site visits to monitor classes at all schools to ensure adequate instruction and assess need for additional support and instructional resources

– Use OAE’s Student Information System to facilitate and coordinate the adult education services

– Evaluate each provider at the end of the school year

– Act as liaison between the providers, schools and OAE office and schools

As a member of OAE’s staff, the Program Manager will work closely with staff at OAE, who will oversee the entire program.

Compensation: Not to exceed $30,000

This contract is contingent upon the successful implementation of a concurrent RFP asking Adult Education Service providers to bid on providing Adult Education classes at each of the Community Schools.

The program manager position described in this contract is expected to be approximately full time with flexible hours, which may be required periodically to be available on some evenings and weekends. In the event, the concurrent RFP to Adult Education Service Providers is not successful, or is only partially successful, this contract would be terminated or modified. This will not be known until the RFP review is completed on January 29, 2018. The Program Manager will be paid a prorated rate for all time worked until the date of program cancellation or modification.

Required Credentials and Experience:

We are looking for a Program Manager who is talented at relationship building, program facilitation, and has experience working in the Adult Education Sector, and/or coordinating a variety of community-based programming in school environments. The ideal candidate is local to Philadelphia and can facilitate the implementation of Adult Education into Community Schools, in a responsive, sensitive, and highly organized manner. Candidates must be willing to collaborate closely with multiple entities, including the Office of Adult Education, the Mayor’s Office of Education and the School District of Philadelphia.

A knowledge of Philadelphia and its’ neighborhoods is a plus. The Program Manager should also demonstrate attention to detail, ability to work well in close-knit, team based environments and with multiple staff and stakeholders important to the project.

Master’s Degree Preferred

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The Office of Adult Education is accepting Request for Proposals for Tutor Institute until September 8, 2017. The Tutor Institute is an annual conference for adult education tutors, mentors, teachers, and practitioners. This year’s theme is “Cultivating Stronger, Skillful Learning Communities”, to recognize and celebrate the role of community in this work. Anyone interested in submitting a proposal can visit our website to learn more (http://philaliteracy.org/lead-workshop-session-years-tutor-institute/)

To register for Tutor Institute, which will be on October 14, 2017 from 9:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. at The District 1199C Training & Upgrading Fund, 100 S. Broad Street, 10th Floor, please visit our website at http://www.philaliteracy.org/calendar

To increase adult education services available to adult learners in Philadelphia, the Office of Adult Education provides training for volunteers. After training, volunteers are placed in adult education programs across the City to work and support adult learners. OAE is launching a new volunteer training course, Tutor Now, Tech Skills Training, for volunteers interested in bridging the digital divide through education. The course is designed to equip volunteers with a basic understanding of adult learning, and strategies for teaching technology skills to adults in KEYSPOTs and adult education programs. OAE is seeking an Independent Contractor for the position of Tech Skills Tutor Training Facilitator to deliver online instruction to volunteers taking the Tutor Now, Tech Skills course.

Job Title: Tech Skills Tutor Training Facilitator (Online)

Job Summary: The Tech Skills Tutor Training Facilitator prepares and facilitates online professional training for Adult Education Volunteer Tutors across the city, to effectively help adult learners improve their digital literacy skills. The Tutor Now, Tech Skills Training is a two-week, asynchronous, instructor facilitated, cohort-based course offered online. This position reports to the Office of Adult Education Volunteer Programs Manager.

Responsibilities: Functions and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to the following:
• Plans and delivers lessons according to established program curriculum
• Provides volunteer tutors with strategies and resources to use when working with adult learners
• Facilitates online sessions
• Monitors participation and completion of the components of the tutor training including:
 responding to trainees’ online posts
 providing encouragement and support as these trainees progress through the course
 occasionally stimulating discussion to maintain trainees’ engagement
 contacting trainees who are falling behind in the course
• Compiles and submits training reports that summarize the number of attendees, activities undertaken during the online training, and provides recommendations
• Grades trainees on OAE’s Student Information System in a timely manner
• Participates in occasional team meetings, facilitator trainings, and professional development opportunities as needed.

Qualifications and Requirements:
• Bachelors’ degree required. Master’s degree in social science, education, technology or a closely related field preferred.
• Knowledge of and experience of adult learning theory and practice, facilitation and training techniques, instructional design methods, and specific knowledge of the program or training in adult education settings preferred.
• Experience tutoring and/or teaching online formats.
• Experience tutoring and/or teaching digital skills.
• Comfort with new technologies and an understanding of how technology can be integrated into learning
• Proven application of effective written and oral communication skills to effectively create and facilitate training sessions.
• Applicants should reside in the Greater Philadelphia area.

Application Instructions: To apply for this position, please send a cover letter and resume to VolunteersAdultEdu@Phila.gov. Please write Tech Skills Tutor Training Facilitator in the subject line of the email. Applications must be submitted by July 14, 2017.

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Receive training to work with adults to help them improve their reading, writing and math, and become a certified adult education tutor.

550,000 adults in Philly need help improving their literacy skills. Register for our OAE Basic Tutor Training today!

We are offering a free volunteer training this June in the myPLACE℠ Campus @ Southwest Community Development Corporation (Southwest CDC). Registration is required; a light breakfast will be available.

OAE Basic Tutor Training*

myPLACE℠ Campus @ Southwest CDC
6328 Paschall Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19142

Saturday, June 3rd | 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Saturday, June 10th | 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Saturday, June 17th | 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

*Must attend all three sessions to receive certification

Register at http://philaliteracy.org/event/sw-training

For more information call 215-686-6079 or email VolunteersAdultEdu@Phila.gov

We are currently in the planning process for our 29th Annual Technology and Adult Education Conference hosted in collaboration with Temple University’s Center for Social Policy and Community Development. With a theme of Adult Education Remixed: Transformation through Technology, the Conference embraces the commitment toward innovation in adult education by providing adult education practitioners with engaging professional development opportunities. During this one-day Conference, participants will explore a variety of topics in general and concurrent sessions focused on transforming adult education through technology.

Presenters are invited to share innovative and dynamic, practice-based workshop proposals focused on integrating technology into adult literacy instruction, planning, services and administration.

Presentations will reach a variety of adult literacy practitioners from various types of adult education organizations across the region; including Executive Directors, Coordinators, Teachers, Case Managers/Learning Coaches and Volunteers (to encompass mentors and tutors).

Showcase what you’ve been working on with adult education practitioners. Submit a proposal to present at this year’s Conference! View guideline and application here >>> http://philaliteracy.org/request-for-proposals-present-tech-conference/

There are an estimated 550,000 adults in Philadelphia who lack the skills they need to sustain themselves and their families. The needs of this group of Philadelphians range from wanting to improve their English Language skills, enhance their academic skills in order to qualify for job training or college programs, or take the GED® or HiSET® exams. Community-based and non-profit agencies play a critical role in helping adult learners meet their learning goals. The Office of Adult Education supports existing and new programs by providing opportunities for professional development and networking. We are seeking a consultant to develop a program resource guide for adult literacy programs.

Responsibilities:
• Review literature on best practices in adult education
• Conduct interviews with local subject experts
• Write sections of the resource guide that will cover topics that include (but are not limited to):
• Planning for quality
• Volunteer management
• Promoting learner retention and persistence
• Supporting instructional practices
• Measuring success
• Fundraising for adult education
• Create form templates for intake and other processes
• Design layout and upload content to CANVAS® learning management system

Desired Qualifications
• Master’s degree in a social science field
• 2+ years related experience, experience with adult education preferred
• Strong research skills
• Excellent writing skills
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and web navigation
• Experience with a learning management system

Compensation, Duration
This is an independent contract position paying $4,800. Final product is due June 1, 2017.

How to Apply
Please submit your application package which should include the following: Naomie.Nyanungo@Phila.gov by March 3, 2017. Subject heading for the email should read ‘program resource guide.’
1) Cover letter and
2) Resume
3) Writing sample
4) References