Career Services Educator

Educational Data Systems, Inc.; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Educational Data Systems, Inc. in Connecticut is hiring a Career Services Educator to guide jobseekers enrolled in WIOA and related programs.

You will support online and technology-based learning in One Stop Centers, manage user tracking, and help expand curriculum to improve outcomes. The role collaborates with Employment Services Coordinators and Career Advisors to design and deliver career readiness workshops, resume building with AI tools, and credentialing classes.

Qualifications

• Experience in training, education, workforce development or career development.
• Experience developing and formatting resumes; CPRW credential is a plus.
• Knowledge of instructional design for online courses and workshops.
• Ability to interact with a wide variety of individuals and maintain a positive professional attitude.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance and coaching to jobseekers enrolled in WIOA, JFES, and grant programs.
• Facilitate career readiness and credentialing workshops.
• Collaborate with Employment Services Coordinator, Career Advisors, and Program Managers to support participant success and program outcomes.
• Record participant services and track enrollment, attendance, and credential attainment.
• Assist participants with online course registration, credential enrollment, and troubleshooting related to credentialing platforms.
• Facilitate online learning center classes and AI-powered resume workshops.

Skills

Training

Education

Workforce development

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree

Associate's degree

Tools

AI resume tools

LMS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description: Salary: $60,000

Do you have a passion for making a difference in someone’s life? Are you looking for an opportunity to use your skills, experience and empathetic nature to work for a progressive, forward-thinking and family-owned company where creativity is encouraged? Are you goal driven? Then the Career Services Educator position is for you! We are seeking a dynamic and team-oriented individual to join our spirited team.

As Career Services Educator, you will provide guidance and coaching to jobseekers enrolled in the WIOA program, JFES program, and other grant programs in the North Central Region. Engage participants in online and technology-based learning in the One Stop Centers. Provide user management, tracking and reporting, and support curriculum enhancements and improvements. Facilitate career readiness and credentialing workshops designed to support participants in developing workforce skills and obtaining industry-recognized credentials. Collaborate directly with Employment Services Coordinator, Career Advisors, and Program Managers to support participant success and program outcomes.

Our team is growing as we enhance our services throughout the community! At the American Job Center, our team of career advisors, job developers and business services consultants have come together to provide services to assist jobseekers in their career endeavors.

Successful Elements

• Create and maintain an environment that promotes opportunities for quality interaction and learning through:
• Establishing clear expectations and encouraging participant accountability
• Implementing a structure and plan consistent with prescribed curriculum goals
• Maintaining an awareness of differences in individual learning styles and strengths
• Facilitate daily Online Learning Center Career Skills classes focused on career readiness, job search strategies, interviewing skills, workplace professionalism, communication skills, digital literacy, and employment retention
• Facilitate a minimum of one Online Learning Center Credentialing Class per month to support participants in identifying, enrolling in, and completing industry-recognized credentials
• Assist participants with online course registration, credential enrollment, and troubleshooting related to credentialing platforms
• Facilitate a minimum of two Resume Builder Workshops per month utilizing AI-powered resume development tools, professional resume-writing methodologies, certified resume-writing techniques, real-world resume development experience, and industry best practices
• Record participant services and track enrollment, attendance, and credential attainment activities
• Recommend enhancements and improvements to Online Learning Center curriculum and credentialing opportunities
• Update training guides, workshop materials, and resource documents
• Develop materials, manuals, assessments, and related training aids
• Other opportunities as available

Experience Requirements

• Experience in training, education, workforce development, or career development
• Experience developing and formatting resumes; Certified Professional Resume Writer credential is a plus
• Knowledge of best practices in designing and developing instructional courses, webinars, workshops, and online programs
• Able to interact with a wide variety of individuals and demonstrate a positive professional attitude
• Experience in a team-oriented environment
• Experience in e-learning design and utilizing technology-related resources to foster learning
• High level of proficiency in computer programs and Microsoft Office applications

Education Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or Associate's degree and three years of work experience in case management, human services, workforce development, or related experience

Bring your expertise to EDSI where you will be able to live our values every day: Show Up, Smile and Support!

EDSI is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Our Mission Statement

We must strive to create enthusiasm in our clients, see through their eyes, understand their needs and deliver more than they expect.

Why We Do What We Do At EDSI

• We believe we can help our customers overcome their most challenging obstacles
• We believe in seeing through other people's eyes
• We believe that we can make a difference in people's lives
• We believe in meeting people where they are today and helping them to realize a better tomorrow
• We believe in living our professional lives in service to others

EDSI (Educational Data Systems, Inc.) is a national workforce development, training solutions and consulting company with a passion for helping great companies and communities train and retain great people. EDSI works with regions, employers and jobseekers to overcome their most challenging obstacles. Founded in 1979 and headquartered in Dearborn, Michigan, the company employs more than 800 people across the country. EDSI is a National Best and Brightest Companies To Work For award winner. For over 45 years, EDSI has worked with workforce development agencies, regional partners and employers to assess and understand workforce development needs and deliver solutions to build better workforces. The company operates more than 120 contracts providing successful business services and jobseeker placement and retention services across the country. EDSI also provides world class training and consulting services to a variety of corporations, public entities and governmental agencies. Our history of success stems directly from our commitment to providing our clients with the absolute highest level of service through our diverse and talented team.