HUDSON PUBLIC SCHOOLS

HUDSON, MASSACHUSETTS

Position:                      Adult Education - Digital Literacy Assistant (Part Time)

Reports to:                  Director of Adult Learning

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are core values of the Hudson Public Schools. We believe that the educational environment is enhanced when diverse groups of people with diverse ideas come together to learn. Applicants whose work incorporates a global perspective and a demonstrated commitment to issues of diversity in education are particularly encouraged to apply.

Overview: Under the direction of the Director of Adult Learning, the Digital Literacy Assistant will deliver ongoing digital literacy programming as well as support the delivery of in-classroom Digital Literacy needs. This position requires a tech savvy individual who is comfortable dealing with diverse adult learners as well as using various platforms to facilitate and support the digital literacy programming sessions.

DESE/ACLS Grant-funded Pay Rate: $30.00 per hour

Responsibilities:

1. Assist students, teachers and staff in navigating the various Digital Literacy resources such as Google Classroom, Northstar Digital Literacy, Burlington English, IXL among others.
2. Provide leadership and expertise in digital literacy and learning
3. Collaborate with the Lead teacher and educators to integrate research and digital literacy skills into the classroom curricula and curate relevant digital literacy resources for teachers
4. Assist in the distribution and collection of Chromebooks at the beginning and at the end of the Program
5. Work collaboratively to maintain digital literacy resources, supplies, equipment, and space
6. Perform other responsibilities as may be assigned by the Director of Adult Learning.

Qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s Degree
2. Passion for working with adult learners and a diverse school community
3. Proficiency with various technologies, including PC platforms, Google apps, Canva, and other web-based applications
4. Positive attitude, strong customer service skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work both independently and in a team
5. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
6. Bilingual preferred

Physical Demands:

1. Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
2. Capability to push and pull items up to 50 lbs.
3. Occasional crawling, kneeling, and ladder climbing.
4. Regular walking, standing, and sitting.
5. Use of fine and gross motor skills for assigned tasks.

Part Time hours - Monday - Thursday 5:00 -9:00pm

Nondiscrimination and Title IX Notice

Hudson Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetic information in admission, administration of its educational programs, activities, or employment and is required by Title IX and its implementing regulations at 34 C.F.R. Part 106. The Director of Human Resources, Jennifer Allard, jnallard@hudson.k12.ma.us, 978-567-6100 ext. 41124, has been designated as the Title IX Coordinator. Inquiries concerning the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations at 34 C.F.R. Part 106 to Hudson Public Schools may be referred to Jennifer Allard or to U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, 400 Maryland Ave., SW Washington, DC 20202-1100, telephone 800-421-3481

While performing duties of this job, the employee may often remain in a stationary position for considerable periods of time. The employee will have also have ample periods of standing and may be required to traverse throughout the building. The employee must frequently use hands and frequently operates a computer and other office productivity machinery (i.e., calculator, copy machine, and computer printer). Physical abilities may also include lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling, stooping/crouching, reaching/handling, talking/hearing conversations, and near/far visual acuity/depth perception/color vision/field. Ability must be able to lift and/or push and pull 15 to 20lbs for short periods, and walk up and down stairs several times a day. The employee must be able to communicate effectively with students, staff members, and the public in person and on the telephone.

The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship. If you require an accommodation during the application process or on the job, you are encouraged to reach out to the Human Resources Department- HR@hudson.k12.ma.us