Vermont Adult Learning: Vermont Adult Learning (VAL) is a private nonprofit and a member of Vermont’s Adult Education and Literacy System. Working closely with other nonprofits, state agencies, and schools, we serve seven of Vermont’s 14 counties. We provide instruction in basic academic skills, work readiness, and English language skills; high school completion and GED prep; and transition to college and career services. Our programs are free to Vermont residents, age 16 and older who want to obtain a high school diploma or the equivalent skills, or who want to learn English.

Purpose of the job: Regional Directors ensure the smooth operation of all aspects of the learning center and satellite sites in the region, including effective delivery of educational services. As the regional representative of Vermont Adult Learning, Regional Directors build partnerships with other organizations, employers, schools, and state agencies. Regional Directors are also part of the Vermont Adult Learning Leadership Team, helping develop and implement organization-wide initiatives and providing organization-wide leadership in an area of expertise. Regional Directors must believe in the value of education and be committed to providing exceptional learning opportunities for our students. Effective Regional Directors show initiative and flexibility and work successfully both independently and as part of a team. They are active members of the learning center teams and are willing to roll up their sleeves and join in the challenging and rewarding work of helping adult learners gain the basic skills they need.

• Program Quality and Delivery: Ensure program offerings meet the needs of adult learners, workforce development needs of the region, and state and federal requirements; monitor quality of instruction and program performance; ensure timely entry and quality of data; manage student recruitment, engagement and retention.
• Organizational Leadership: Provide leadership at both the organizational and regional level.
• Community Relations: Create and nurture positive working relationships with community partners. Support marketing and fundraising efforts.
• Supervision of Staff: Hire, train, supervise, coordinate, and evaluate direct service and support staff.
• Fiscal Management: Develop, monitor, and oversee the regional budget.
• Facilities Management: Ensure safe operation of building(s) and equipment, including technology.
• Direct service: Provides instruction, educational advising, onboarding of new students, or other direct services as needed to ensure efficient and effective delivery of services.

If you'd like to apply, please send resume and cover letter to Talent@vtadultlearning.org. This position is open until filled.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 403(b)
• 403(b) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to Commute:

• St. Albans, VT (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• St. Albans, VT: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person