Attachment 30 - FINAL PWS SRF Attachment 19.docx

Attachment 30

PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT

TITLE: Ship Repair Facility Japan Regional Maintenance Center (SRF-JRMC) Instructional Technician Yokosuka Code 1100

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

1. SCOPE: The objective of this Performance Work Statement (PWS) is to provide two Program Analyst III to English Language division Code 1150 and Code S1150 in support of Ship Repair Facility – Japan Regional Maintenance Center (SRF-JRMC), Yokosuka and Detachment Sasebo missions.

2. PLACE OF PERFORMANCE:

a. Applicable Ships: SEVENTH FLEET Forward Deployed Naval Force (FDNF) ships, Yokosuka, Japan

b. Location of Majority of Work: SRF areas and aboard ships berthed or dry docked at Yokosuka Naval Base, Japan.

3. SPECIFIC TASKS:

Task 1 – Instructional Planning Plans, prepares and coordinates instructional activities in the language division of SRF-JRMC.

Coordinates all actions necessary to conduct an assigned course of instruction. Prepares lesson plans by selecting from and adapting instructor texts, guides, and/or commercial texts or developing a unique plan of instruction (POI) to meet the specific linguistic or pedagogical needs of a group of students when other guidance is unavailable. Uses professional judgment, imagination, and creativity to augment existing training materials, create supplemental exercises and activities, or develop and expand own POI. Integrates use of the latest audio, video and computer software, utilizing the latest educational technology delivery systems. Ensures approach, emphasis, sequencing and techniques chosen for lesson presentations are compatible with lesson objectives, language skill proficiency of class, and students’ learning styles, adjusting as necessary. Demonstrates linguistic and pedagogical expertise as well as technical subject matter familiarity, knowledge of content and organization of training materials, and skill in identifying and resolving language and cultural issues that may arise.

KSA: 1, 2, 3, 4, 6

Performance Goals Performance Goal is as follows:

(1) Create and promptly submit lesson plans for all assigned classes.

(2) To the greatest extent possible, incorporate all four language skills (reading, writing, listening, and speaking) into every lesson.

Task 2 – Delivery of Instruction Conducts EFL/ESP instruction for local Japanese SRF employees and/or EFL/ESP instructor training for US and Japanese instructors. Provides instruction to a diverse student body from varying backgrounds; students range in age from 18 to over 60. Interacts with students in the classroom from a wide range of rank structures: civilian apprentices, civilian office workers, civilian supervisors and shop heads, and at times, personnel from the US DoD or Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force. Teaches EFL/ESP from basic elementary to advanced English to include: semi-technical classes and classes based on leadership, presentation, and meeting skills; conducts basic instructor development (train-the-trainer) and management of EFL classes. Ensures students practice: EFL language skills of listening comprehension, speaking, reading and writing; strategies for using reference materials and conducting research; and EFL teaching pedagogy (instructor-students). Develops students’ abilities to comprehend oral and written materials of both general and occupational/technical nature, materials that reflect increasing levels of complexity and sophistication. Elicits student production of oral and written English at all levels of proficiency and employs appropriate feedback and correction techniques. Explains and demonstrates EFL language instructional techniques representing state-of-the-art methodological approaches in the field to teachers in training; mentors a teacher-in-training’s in course objectives and current EFL theory and practice. Uses techniques appropriate to lesson objectives, as well as to students’ proficiency levels and learning styles. Ensures instruction is effective and flows smoothly through the use of transitions. Uses elicitation techniques which maximize opportunities for student-centered language-learning activities. Tailors approaches and techniques to check student performance and mastery of objectives. Assigns, reviews, and assesses daily homework. Monitors student laboratory and tour activities, providing direction and feedback as needed. Conducts remedial and enrichment instruction, as required. Provides information regarding American customs and current events as these issues affect and are reflected in language.

KSA: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8

Performance Goals Performance Goal is as follows:

(1) Apply state-of-the-art ESL/EFL teaching methods, incorporating a student-centered communicative approach to all lessons.

(2) Deliver instruction so that students understand and practice the assigned material 95% of the time.

(3) Provide additional support and remediation for the 5% when instruction is not understood.

(4) Always hold students accountable for adhering to academic and behavior standards.

Task 3 – Special Projects Develops, advises, evaluates and participates in special projects. Counsels students and makes recommendations for student placement, remedial and enrichment training, based on observation, assessment, and evaluations. Diagnoses and documents students’ academic performance. Advises supervisor of significant student progress or lack of progress and any placement problems as well as non-academic counseling and assistance requirements.

Administers and grades oral interviews and written tests, both formal and informal. Develops ad hoc achievement and diagnostic tests as needed. Complies with test administration and security procedures. Reviews and evaluates training and testing materials for adequacy, suitability, and effectiveness. Makes recommendations for correction, revision, improvement or replacement of materials both in written and oral reports. Develops and participates in special projects such as formal and informal orientation and on-the-job training; in-service training; individualized training programs; internal, cross-functional or base-wide teams; contributes ideas and recommendations for continuous organizational improvement. Carries out projects in an effective and professional manner.

KSA: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8

Performance Goals Performance Goal is as follows:

(1) Weekly assess students’ academic performance, using professional judgement when making recommendations for student placement.

(2) Accept and complete special project assignments, either individually or as part of a small team.

(3) At minimum, deliver one IST per year (in-service training) for peers.

Task 4 – Learning Environment

Establishes learning environment conducive to adult EFL/ESP learning and to EFL teacher training. Provides appropriate physical learning environment by ensuring room is orderly and professional in appearance. Maintains effective rapport with students. Demonstrates respect for and professional treatment of students, as well as sensitivity to differences in backgrounds and learning styles. Appropriately manages (or refers to a supervisor) classroom incidents that may arise as a result of miscommunication among students from a myriad of ages and educational backgrounds. Serves as role model of standard and written American English for student emulation, as exhibited in the use of grammatically appropriate and unaffected language and rate of speech delivery equivalent to that used with native speakers. Provides clear and brief instruction; ensures students follow instructions.

KSA: 1, 6, 8

Performance Goals Performance Goal is as follows:

(1) Daily attend to classroom environment by maintaining a professional and orderly learning space.

(2) Always treat students with respect, display tact and professionalism, but especially in times of conflict.

Task 5 –Administrative Duties Completes administrative requirements. Maintains students’ academic records (paper and computerized), to include completion of counseling and other related forms. Reports tardy and absent students. Enters required data on standardized test answer sheets, performance tests, and evaluation forms. Ensures lesson plans are available for substitute instructors. Disseminates administrative information such as testing schedules, tour and special activity information, and graduation procedures. Completes and remains current in all required DoD mandatory and ancillary training.

KSA: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8

Performance Goals Performance Goal is as follows:

(1) Complete and submit all administrative requirements with 100% accuracy and on time.

RECRUITMENT KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSAs):

1. Specialized knowledge of the principles, practices and techniques of ESL/EFL/ESP instruction.

2. Specialized knowledge of the English language and American culture.

3. Knowledge of instruction design and materials development.

4. Knowledge of student assessment techniques and objectives to include test and measurement principles.

5. Skill in constructively evaluating and critiquing instructor-students’ practice teaching performance.

6. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

7. Ability to work harmoniously with students and organizational personnel.

8. Ability to analyze, evaluate, and accomplish special training studies and projects.

4. OVERTIME: The Contractor should anticipate working more than 40 hours per week 10% of the time during the period of performance (overtime hours nor anticipated to exceed 10 per week). Authorization must be obtained from the PCO, COR or ACOR prior to any hours worked over 40 hours per week.

5. SECURITY: The highest level of security required for this task is SECRET.

6. SAFETY PROCEDURES/ REGULATIONS: There are rare instances where work will be performed in an industrial environment as well as on board a US Navy vessel in which industrial work in ongoing. The industrial environment work regularly involves use of personal protective equipment (PPE), frequent exposure to hazardous electrical voltages, large rotating machinery elements, electromagnetic radiation from high powered transmitters, explosives, flammable or incendiary materials, potentially hazardous material, work inside enclosed spaces, In Danger to Life and Health (IDLH) spaces, and work on masts and antenna platforms. The contractor is responsible for the safety of their employees.

7. PRODUCTS/DELIVERABLES: The contractor shall submit the following products/ deliverables as stated below and confer with ACOR on format of reports.).

Undergraduate degree in ESL/EFL or English or foreign languages AND 1 year of professional-level experience teaching ESL/EFL to adults.

Any undergraduate degree - AND 24 semester hours (or equivalent) of undergraduate course equivalent to a major in above stated disciplines (TESOL/TEFL/ESL/Linguistics) AND 1 year of professional-level experience teaching ESL/EFL to adults.

7.1. Monthly Status Report: The Contractor shall submit a monthly timekeeping report to the COR, no later than the 10th working day of the following month that includes leave and overtime PWS’ awarded to date.

8. PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS SUMMARY:

Contractor performance objectives are summarized in the following table. Additional performance requirements may be added for PWS.

9. GOVERNMENT FURNISHED EQUIPMENT: SRF-JRMC Yokosuka will provide sufficient government office space and IT/communications to execute assigned tasks.