Employers
Employers and Workforce Partnership
Literacy Coalition partners with employers to build a skilled workforce, ensuring employers have access to job-ready
candidates equipped with the necessary literacy and technical skills.
How We Support Employers and a Workforce Partnership
1. English in the Workplace
Develop industry-specific literacy and English Language skills training to meet your industry’s needs.
2. Talent Pipeline
Connecting adults who recently completed their residential and commercial HVAC training to employers.
3. Upskilling for Current Employees
Improve the productivity and confidence of your workforce with our Soft Skills in the Workplace educational program.
4. Community Impact & Corporate Social Responsibility
Strengthen your commitment to social impact by supporting adult literacy.
English in the Workplace
Central Texas employers are facing increased competition for skilled workers, and proficiency in the English language is one of the most significant barriers to employment. Literacy Coalition’s six-course program, English in the Workplace, helps employers develop and retain their talent. The program is designed for each course to be taught at the business site three hours per week for eight weeks. Each course can be tailored to meet the specific needs of a particular employer and/or occupation.
01
Workplace Essentials
This course covers essential workplace skills, including greetings, numbers, days, time, schedules, routines, directions, and tasks.
02
Customer Service I
The Customer Service One course focuses on answering and making phone calls, reporting complaints, asking for help, and addressing common customer questions.
03
Health & Safety
Health and safety centers on identifying parts of the body, illnesses, injuries, calling in sick, workplace safety, first aid, fires, and accidents, as well as 911.
04
Customer Service II
Customer Service Two course addresses customer needs and expectations, using polite language, as well as workplace culture and values.
05
Team Communication
Course five on communications centers on team, customer, and manager communication as well as effective listening skills.
06
Soft Skills
The final course aims at improving employee adaptability, time management, leadership, emotional intelligence, and critical thinking skills.
We strive to help employers build a stronger workforce
Contact us today to get started!
Talent Pipeline
The Literacy Coalition partners with the City of Austin and the State of Texas to provide job training to residents of Central Texas communities. In Collaboration with Austin Career Institute and Lone Star Construction Trades Training, we have graduated students who are ready to enter the workforce.
If you are seeking talented workers, the Literacy Coalition would love to include your company in our employer pipeline for students.
Upskilling Employees
Literacy Coalition is here to help employers upskill their employees. By focusing on the soft skills of your employees, you can cultivate a more productive workplace, resulting in higher profits.
Soft skills include:
- Teamwork & Collaboration
- Improved Communication
- Customer Relations
- Conflict Rsolution
- Leadership
Literacy Coalition is ready to help your organization grow. Connect with us today to get started!
Employers + adult literacy = a Successful Community
Employers and Workforce Partnerships
Community Impact and Corporate Social Responsibility are the responsibility of everyone, from employers to community organizations and government officials. Join us in improving the lives of adults in Central Texas.
There are several ways to get involved! Become an employer partner, join Literacy Coalition’s Board, or support our mission through corporate giving.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are classes free for employers?
There are two ways to support the Literacy Coalition so we can provide classes to your organization. The first is for a small fee of $950 per course, or partner with us to apply for a foundation grant or a city contract to cover the course fees.
Do employers have to purchase all six courses?
No, our curriculum is built, so we can accommodate what employers need. You can purchase one course or all six. There are bundle rates for three and six courses.
Does the course accommodate terminology and situations unique to my organization?
Yes! Before classes even begin, we will work with your team to identify specific areas in the curriculum that need modification. This could include special terms, job tasks, building layout, and more.
Do I pay the Literacy Coalition for finding pipeline talent?
Nope! We strive to find employment for every one of our graduates. So, employers do not pay to be a part of the pipeline.
Do I have to hire your graduates if my organization is a part of the employer pipeline?
Absolutely not! Literacy Coalition’s role is to connect job seekers to employers and to prepare our students for the application, interviewing, and hiring process. As an employer, you have the right to hire or not hire a recent graduate.
Are your graduates eligible to work in the U.S.?
Yes! As part of our funding, work eligibility is required with all our job training students.