The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world's largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations (INGO), at work in more than 40 countries and 29 U.S.
cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities. A force for humanity, IRC employees deliver lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions. If you're a solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, come join us in positively impacting the lives of millions of people world-wide for a better future. Job Summary The Education Specialist facilitates educational services to enhance integration of refugee and immigrant adult clients and their children.
The Education Specialist works within IRC providing a range of supportive services to meet clients’ educational needs. This position is primarily responsible for coordinating and teaching necessary educational classes as well as facilitating individual tutoring and mentoring services provided by volunteers and interns. This position has an end date of 30 September 2027. Major Responsibilities: Responsibilities may include but are not limited to: Educational service coordination Facilitate adult education classes, including arrangement of class schedules, enrollment and registration.
Administer pre and post assessments and enter results into database analysis by program leadership. Pair youth participants with volunteers and interns who will provide individual youth tutoring and mentoring services. Provide support to tutors and mentors, as needed. Teaching & facilitation Facilitate established educational classes and learning activities for multilingual groups of IRC clients, utilizing approved curriculum and program materials with support from interpreters.
Incorporate computer-based learning into the education process. If insufficient volunteers or interns are recruited, provide direct tutoring and/or mentoring to youth participants. Interdepartmental collaboration Collaborate with Caseworkers to maintain and distribute language specific and culturally appropriate recruitment materials and community resources to all IRC Iowa clients. Connect clients to internal and external services through referral systems.
Reporting and compliance Track and record attendance, referrals, progress, and other such data points using Microsoft products, digital platforms, and electronic filing systems Participate in all program meetings, staff development activities, and actively engage as a team member. Adhere to all policies, procedures, program standards, and grant requirements. Other related duties as assigned. Job Requirements High school diploma or equivalent required; coursework or training in Education or a related field preferred.
TESOL certification and/or experience in TESOL instruction in a classroom setting for an adult education program, preferred. Minimum one year of relevant experience working with refugees, immigrants, or other diverse populations required. Fluency in written and spoken English. Bilingual in client language (Swahili, Arabic, Dari, Pashto, Spanish, French, etc), preferred. Cross-cultural understanding and strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
Computer proficiency with an emphasis on Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Teams, Outlook). Experience in web-based data entry systems and databases strongly preferred. Able to work through a variety of mediums in presenting and teaching effectively. Demonstrated ability to work as a team member in a multi-cultural environment. Valid driver’s license, reliable vehicle with current insurance, and the ability to travel regularly throughout the service delivery area for remote, home or field-based teaching.
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