Adult Program Manager

Learning Disabilities Society; Electoral Area A; On-site; CAD 56,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A nonprofit organization in British Columbia seeks an Adult Program Manager to lead adult learning initiatives. The role focuses on ensuring high-quality, learner-centered experiences and managing instructors. Ideal candidates will have strong leadership and communication skills, with experience in inclusive educational settings.

Benefits

Paid vacation

Comprehensive benefits package

Flexible sick and personal day policy

Neuroaffirming and inclusive workplace

Qualifications

• 3+ years of relevant professional experience in an educational environment.
• Experience managing instructors in a post-secondary environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee adult learning case management and act as a key contact for learners.
• Support the implementation of adult learning programs aligning with organizational goals.

Skills

Leadership

Collaboration

Communication

Education

Undergraduate degree in relevant discipline

Job description

Organization Overview

LDS - Learn. Develop. Succeed. is a growing, innovative, research-based, educational nonprofit serving children, youth and adults with diagnosed or suspected learning differences such as dyslexia and dyscalculia and other brain-based differences like ADHD and ASD.

LDS offers individualized, evidence-based, and technology-embracing programs that target student-specific learning needs. Our growing programs and servicesoperatethroughout BC online, from our Learning Centers in East Vancouver and North Vancouver, at in-school locations, and in our mobile classroom.

e provide affordable programs to ensure that all children have an opportunity to realize their full potential. We support learners with early intervention and at all stages of the development cycle, leading to profound, positive changes in student learning and life outcomes. We are scaling up our organization and services to effect system change with material and wide-ranging societal benefits.

We are a diverse group of inspired,dedicatedand caring professionals making a significant impact in the lives of the learners,familiesand the communities we serve. We seek new skills, energy, and talent to grow our team, deepen our impact, and advance our mission.

Purpose of Position

The Adult Program Manager plays a key leadership role in the planning, coordination, and execution of inclusive adult learning programs and services. This position is responsible for ensuring the smooth day-to-day operations of LDS’ adult education initiatives, with a strong focus on delivering high-quality, learner-centered experiences. The Adult Program Manager provides case management to support individual learner success and works closely with instructors to ensure they have the tools, resources, and guidance needed to deliver engaging and accessible instruction.

Principal Roles and Responsibilities

- Support the implementation of adult learning programs aligning with organizational goals and community needs

- Support instructors through onboarding, coaching, and curriculum collaboration

- Support intake, placement, and learner support processes, including learner profiles

- Oversee adult learning case management and act as a key point of contact for learners and instructors

- Analyze feedback to inform program improvements and reporting

- Monitor program delivery to ensure it is inclusive, accessible, and responsive to learner needs

- Contribute to professional development in best practices for adult learning

- Promote a culture of continuous learning, collaboration, and equity

*Tasks outside of those explicitly outlined may be expected during times of increased need*

Competencies

-Effective interpersonal skills with an ability to support others through an empathetic, trauma-informed lens.

- Strong leadershipand collaboration skills

-Ability to manage multiple priorities

- Experience working in inclusive settings andwith youth and adultswith diverse needs

- Experience working with language assessment materials, and/or other types of learningprofiles

- Strongoral and writtencommunicationskills(English only, French notrequired;other languageproficienciesare an asset)

-Ability to adapt tonew technologiesand methodologies

- Abilityto work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team

-Willingness to stay informed on best practices for education andneuroaffirmingapproaches

Requirements

-3+ years of relevant professional experience in an educational environment, including experience managing instructors. Experience in a post-secondary environmentispreferred.

-Undergraduate degree or other education in a relevant discipline.
-Experience working in the education field with an understanding of neurodiversity andneuroaffirmingpractices.

-Experiencemanaging individual learning plans, including developing and delivering educational materials to diverse learners.

-Robust oral and written communication skills with a focus on plain language communication (Englishrequired, French notrequired, other languageproficienciesare an asset).

-Demonstratedcompetency or willingness to learn adult learning theories and approaches.

-All applicants must be legally allowed to work in Canada.

- Criminal record check with the vulnerable sector (to be provided as a condition of employment if selected).

Start date: As soon as possible.

Reports to:This position reports to the Senior Manager, Youth and Adult Programs

Hours of work:37.5 hoursper week plus a30-minuteunpaid break. Split evenly over Mondays to Fridays each week. Schedule could be 8:30 – 4:30 or 9:00 – 5:00.

Remuneration and Benefits: 56,000 – 65,000 per annum.

-Paid vacation – exact entitlement negotiable.

-Comprehensive and competitive benefits package including but not limited to:

- Long-term disability

-Extended health and dental

-Life Insurance & AD&D

-Flexible sick and personal day policy

-Neuroaffirmingand inclusive workplace

-Values-based organization with collaborative peers with a wide range of backgrounds and talents

-Inclusive culture and innovative workplace with opportunity fornew approachesand growth

LDS is proud to be a Certified Living Wage Employer in BC!

Location:East Vancouver (3292 E Broadway) - travel to our North Vancouver location (1277 Lynn Valley Road) as required

Job Type: Full-time, permanent, 37.5 hours per week split evenly over Monday to Friday.

Equity: LDS is committed to employment equity and believes that a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve strengthens our ability to achieve our mission. We strongly encourage applicants of all genders, ethnic and cultural backgrounds, sexual orientations, abilities, and with a range of life experiences to apply.

How to apply: Pleasesubmitacover letter and current CVdirectly through our careers pagehttps://ldsociety.ca/careers/.Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.

Applications will be considered as received. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Thank you for your interest. We look forward to hearing from you.