There are few examples of formal salary scales in Ontario’s community-based literacy sector, although with increased stability in funding and the professionalization of literacy practitioners, attention is likely to focus on establishing fair and competitive salary ranges.
Agencies need to determine whether staff will be paid a salary or by hourly rate. This may vary depending on the classification of staff. In small community-based agencies, subject to uncertain funding, classification of employees has not yet been a major issue.
Typically, when funding is applied for, a salary scale is set out in the budget which is approved by the board of directors. Currently these salary levels may be determined by historical precedent. However, your Personnel Committee may want to study and make recommendations for the establishment of salary ranges consistent with those of other literacy agencies. Even if this is not achieved at once, it may be recommended as a longer term goal for the organization.
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Compare notes with your colleagues in other agencies to determine what salaries are being offered for similar positions elsewhere. Remember also to compare the relevant job descriptions and experience/skills/credentials required for the job.