Interview of an Adult

Education Administrator

Shedrick DukesADE 6265: Dr. Debra Hargrove

Wylie Howard

Director, Atlantic Technical Center-Arthur Ashe, Jr. Campus

Arthur Ashe, Jr. Campus- opened doors

in August 2013 Part of a school board redevelopment

program Middle school was closed and

repurposed Goal is to address career training needs

of the local community

Context of the Administrator’s Job

Director oversees:

Open enrollment Initial assessment of new students Implementation of new programs Hire and training of instructional staff, and Collaboration with stakeholders

Majority time is maintaining collaborations and implementation of new programs

Program Planning

Budget is funded by Broward County

School Board In addition to funding are student

enrollment fees Greater budget control as he

demonstrates ability to manage the schools growth

Budgeting and Finance

Supervision includes instructional staff,

support staff, office personnel and custodial crew

Huge pool of candidates looking to teach adults

Department heads are strong leaders which allow him to delegate without reservation

Staff Recruitment, Selection,

Supervision

Key to success is collaboration with

employers Priority is building relationships with

stakeholders Critical issue is getting employers to

see the value this campus can bring their business

Businesses need better trained applicants

Public and Community Relations

Students are recruited through the

school board’s marketing campaign Advertise through television, radio,

internet, and local job boards Critical issue is need increase

enrollment to demonstrate that community is utilizing the service

Marketing & Program Evaluation

Excellent verbal and written communication skills Ability to develop/implement programming Ability to work well with diverse populations Strong knowledge of computer technology and

software Knowledge of adult education theory as it relates

to program and curriculum development Must be willing travel to a variety of community

locations and attend national conferences.

Administrator Skills

Transient nature of students When students struggle with personal

issues many stop attending their program of study

Critical issue is supporting teachers to establish relationships with all students

Online programs allow instructors to reach out to students so work can be done at home

Challenges

Mr. Howard’s opinion is the success rate

of high school dropouts is significantly higher in adult education

Majority of students that he has seen enrolled are minority students

Mr. Howard feels that adult education is the second chance so many students need, because some learn better in this type of program

Success Rates

Rated most areas on Super Duper Delineation

Assessment as Mentor Level-Key areas below Discussion of assessment process and learning

plans is excellent due to veteran staff Online assessments like Test of Adult Basic

Education (TABE) help identify and resolve barriers

Just starting at site, so measurement of student progress is slow

Career Advisor helps with ongoing assistance to barriers

Administrator’s Self-Assessment

Pre-service training for new instructors is in

development due to new GED program Need improve training to reflect individual

teacher needs, school district resources focus mostly on K-12

Staff are evaluated after every term, versus annually

Highly encourages staff involvement in the decision making process

Administrator’s Self-Assessment