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Development Coordinator 

November 23, 2024: We are hiring for this position!

Position Type: Part time, 28 hours/week, $27/hour

Benefits:

  • Health insurance (employer contribution – 90%, employee – 10%)
  • Employer matching Simple IRA retirement fund
  • Parking reimbursement
  • Flexible schedule, some remote work

 Roles & Responsibilities: The Literacy Council of Frederick County is seeking a candidate who is interested in joining a growing team of nonprofit professional staff and volunteers who are dedicated to supporting adult basic education and literacy programs for a diverse community of adult learners and their families in Frederick County. The focus of this position is to build the development and fundraising capacity of this growing nonprofit, including systems and processes for donor-centered fundraising, donor development, and community engagement.  This position is perfect for an experienced professional in the development field looking for a part-time job with flexible hours (some of which can be remote), or someone who has a minimum of 3-5 years of professional experience.

 Key Responsibilities:

  • Work in collaboration with Executive Director to implement action items in the organization’s fundraising, sustainability and marketing plan
  • Contribute to expanding and strengthening the organization’s donor management systems and infrastructure
  • Support the Board of Directors and Development Committee’s fundraising education and engagement, in coordination with the Executive Director
  • Oversee donor CRM database and reporting, ensuring integrity of data and consistent best practice procedures
  • Coordinate the development and deployment of donor communications
  • Coordinate the following activities under direction of the Executive Director
    • Annual donor appeals
    • Tracking donor activity
    • Outreach to current donors
    • Assist Executive Director with major donor stewardship and Giving Societies program
    • Assist Executive Director with development of a Planned Giving program
  • Support donor engagement and appreciation outreach efforts
  • Support donor and sponsorship involvement at annual events, annual fundraiser
  • Contribute to development of marketing and communications activities (examples: social media, print collateral, newsletters, annual report, website content)
  • Other duties as assigned

Qualifications and Educational Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in communications, marketing, or related field desirable, or equivalent work experience will also be considered
  • Demonstrated experience with database entry and management
  • Demonstrated experience with digital communications, as well as one-to-one and personal “old school” communication
  • Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing, including the use of personal computers and related software
  • Detail-oriented self-starter capable of working in a team or individually. Attention to detail, accuracy, and strong organizational skills. Ability to prioritize as well as multi-task and work under specific time constraints
  • Ability to interact effectively with the public in representing the Literacy Council and its services

Technical Skills

Basic computer skills required, including: CRM database management, Microsoft: Word, PowerPoint, Excel. Familiarity with Microsoft 365 and Teams preferred.  Must have own transportation and a valid driver’s license. Vehicle insurance must meet minimum requirements.

REFERENCES

Must be able to provide references relevant to recent experience.

Interested applicants should send a cover letter and resume to Catherine Mock, Board President, Literacy Council of Frederick County: boardpresident@frederickliteracy.org

 

Workplace Literacy ESOL Instructor(s) 

This program is growing!  Thank you for your interest! 

The Literacy Council of Frederick County seeks experienced ESOL instructors who display a high degree of professionalism, intercultural sensitivity, a belief in lifelong learning, and a strong commitment to adult learners to join a collaborative team. 

Position Type: Part-time, hourly, contract for class preparation/instruction. 

Level/Salary Range: $35/hour (commensurate with prior experience) which includes preparation and instruction time, plus stipend, workman’s compensation coverage provided. 

Job Description: We are seeking applicants for part-time, hourly Workplace Literacy Program Instructors. 

Schedule: We currently have need for an instructor or instructors for Workplace Literacy Program classes in Frederick, Maryland. 

Responsibilities include but are not limited to: 

Teach English to classes of adults representing a wide range of cultures and educational backgrounds.  Responsible for instructing workplace classes for adult English language learners employed by local businesses for the Literacy Council’s Workplace Literacy Program. Instructor(s) will utilize curriculum that concentrates on English language literacy and life skills.  Instructor(s) will be under the supervision of the Literacy Council’s Workplace Literacy Program Coordinator. 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

  • 2 years ESL/EFL/English for Specific Purposes classroom teaching experience with adults or other strong teaching background 
  • Experience working with a diverse learner population 
  • Ability to work positively and effectively with students from diverse language, cultural, and educational backgrounds 
  • Bachelor’s Degree 
  • Excellent oral and written English communications skills 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS 

  • Master’s degree in teaching English as a second language (TESOL, TEFL, etc.) or completion of a 120-hour TESOL certificate with practicum (e.g., CELTA, SIT TESOL Certificate) 
  • Experience delivering customer service training or similar experience 

SKILLS 

Basic computer skills required, including Microsoft (or Google equivalent): Word, PowerPoint, Excel. Must have own transportation and a valid driver’s license. Vehicle insurance must meet minimum requirements. 

REFERENCES 

Must be able to provide references relevant to recent teaching experience. 

The Literacy Council of Frederick County is seeking candidates who are interested in joining a growing team of nonprofit professional staff and volunteers who are dedicated to supporting adult basic education and literacy programs for a diverse community of adult learners and their families in Frederick County. 

For more information, contact Anna Maestri, Workplace Literacy Program Coordinator, Literacy Council of Frederick County.  (301) 600-2066 or amaestri@frederickliteracy.org. To apply, please submit a cover letter and resume to Anna Maestri. 

 

The Literacy Council of Frederick County is an Equal Opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability, or any other basis prohibited by law.