Adult Literacy Coach (Lead Program)

Volunteer Success; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A community organization in Saskatoon is seeking an Adult Literacy Coach to work one-on-one with adult learners. The role involves assessing current skills, providing support, and creating tailored Learning Plans. Volunteers will receive comprehensive training and ongoing support. Candidates must be over 18, attend orientation, and have CLB 8. Sessions may be in-person at libraries or via Zoom. This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the community.

Benefits

Comprehensive training

Ongoing support from coordinators

Qualifications

• Over 18 years of age required.
• Must attend orientation.
• Must have CLB 8 (Canadian Language Benchmark).
• Availability as soon as possible.

Responsibilities

• Work with adult participants to assess skills and provide support.
• Create Learning Plans tailored to each learner's needs.
• Plan weekly sessions using appropriate materials.

Skills

Communication skills

Patience

Empathy

Job description

Adult Literacy Coach (Lead Program)

Organization: Foundations Learning and Skills, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.

Summary

Volunteers work with adult learners one‑on‑one and in small groups to enhance literacy skills. All training is provided to volunteers, as well as ongoing support from our Adult Literacy Coordinator throughout the program.

Description / Responsibilities

Work with adult participants to identify current skills, and support them with tools, resources, and encouragement. Coaches meet one‑on‑one either in‑person at a public library or over Zoom at a time convenient for the learner and coach.

Coaches receive comprehensive literacy training, templates, and materials. After training, you will be matched with a learner, begin with a detailed Learning Plan, and plan weekly sessions based on that plan, training strategies, and materials relevant to the learners’ interests and skill levels.

Our adult learners are diverse and have individual goals: improving literacy for reading & writing, passing the written portion of a driver’s exam, earning a GED, etc. We welcome feedback and maintain regular contact to offer support and gather feedback.

Requirements

• Over 18 years of age
• Attend orientation
• CLB 8 (Canadian Language Benchmark)
• Availability as soon as possible

Location

On‑site address: 2‑706 Duchess Street, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, S7K 0R3. (Sessions can also be conducted over Zoom.)

How to apply

Register for the agency orientation as the first step to becoming a lead coach: https://foundationslearning.com/for-volunteers/

Contact

Foundations Learning and Skills – https://www.foundationslearning.com/ – 306-652-5448