The Literacy Council offers paid employment and internship positions in addition to its many volunteer opportunities. While paid employment always offers compensation, internships do not always provide a salary or wage, though sometimes they may.
The Literacy Council of Northern Virginia seeks a Basic Literacy Tutoring Specialist in adult education. This 35-hour per week position requires advanced knowledge in education, particularly with learners who have reading and writing difficulties. Position requires building external relationships, working with community partners, and supervising volunteers. Excellent administrative, organizational and communication skills essential. Teaching experience helpful. Masters degree in Education or related field preferred. Flexible hours and some week-end work required. Send resume and cover letter to Basic Literacy Position, Literacy Council of Northern Virginia, 2855 Annandale Road, Falls Church, VA 22042, or via email pdonnelly@lcnv.org. EOE.
The Literacy Council of Northern Virginia, in partnership with Loudoun Literacy Council in Leesburg and BEACON for Adult Literacy in Bristow, is recruiting AmeriCorps members for a service term of one year, beginning in early September. Our AmeriCorps members serve as lead classroom instructors for adult beginning learners of English, teaching the basic skills of reading, writing, speaking, and understanding English in order to empower them to participate more fully and confidently in their communities. Members are trained to teach three classes at different sites throughout northern Virginia, to supervise volunteers and collaborate with partners at the sites, and to participate substantively in organizational management of the literacy councils. A car is required; mileage beyond normal commuting distance is reimbursed. During the period of service, AmeriCorps members receive a living allowance of $15,000, payable in bi-weekly allotments, plus an education award of $5,350 from the Corporation for National and Community Service upon completing 1,700 hours of service. Health coverage is provided. For information on AmeriCorps and how to apply, visit www.americorps.gov and submit your application to the Literacy Council of Northern Virginia program.
Contact us directly at americorps@lcnv.org to make inquiries or find out more. Visit our blog, Literacy Live! to read up on our AmeriCorps members’ experiences – in their own words.
As of early June 2010, we are recruiting in particular to fill an AmeriCorps member position at BEACON for Adult Literacy in Bristow, Virginia. This position entails ESOL instruction for adults, with a particular focus on job readiness. The AmeriCorps member will both teach ESOL and serve as a case manager for students, guiding their job search. Full training is provided.
The Literacy Council of Northern Virginia is an Equal Opportunity Employer. AmeriCorps members have the right to reasonable accommodation and accessibility for any disability.
Part-time (about 6 hours/week)
$16.50 per hour
Responsibilities
Desired Skills and Characteristics
We continually accept applications, though openings will vary throughout the year.
To apply, send a resume and cover letter to the Classroom Program Director:
Email: efinn@lcnv.org
Fax: 703-237-2863
Mail: LCNV
2855 Annandale Road
Falls Church, VA 22042
Part-time (6 hours/week)
$16.50 per hour
Responsibilities
We continually accept applications, though openings will vary throughout the year.
To apply, send a resume and cover letter to the Classroom Program Director:
Email: efinn@lcnv.org
Fax: 703-237-2863
Mail: LCNV
2855 Annandale Road
Falls Church, VA 22042
The Literacy Council of Northern Virginia is seeking to employ part-time Children’s Teachers for its Family Learning Program. Teachers will be responsible for conducting literacy-related activities with children while their parents attend English class two nights a week.
Required Skills
Desired Skills and Characteristics
We continually accept applications, though openings vary throughout the year.
To apply, send a resume and cover letter to the Classroom Program Director:
Email: efinn@lcnv.org
Fax: 703-237-2863
Mail: LCNV
2855 Annandale Road
Falls Church, VA 22042
The summer 2010 issue of LCNV's newsletter, Literacy Lines, is now available online.
