Career Preparation Specialist

SUMMARY OF POSITION FUNCTION:

Provides engaging orientation and instruction to Center Life, administers tests, and evaluates student progress in the Career Preparation Period.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Provides appropriate, intellectually stimulating instruction that supports the Introduction to Center Life, Academic and Career Skills training, and the placement of students in each class taking into consideration the unique abilities of each student.

· Identifies, selects, and modifies instructional resources to meet the needs of the students with varying backgrounds, learning styles, and special needs.

· Oversees off site student trips on a weekly basis.

· Manages the classroom by moving about the room to tutor, coach, evaluate, and assist each student as the need arises.

· Coordinates with independent living advisors, counselors and other staff as necessary to resolve issues affecting student training.

· Provides employability, social skills, diversity, and conflict resolution training to students.

· Models appropriate behaviors, mentors students and monitors both positive and negative behaviors through interventions.

· Monitors classroom operations in terms of absenteeism, tardiness, etc.

· Assists in student orientation by searching student’s property upon entry to Center.

SKILLS/COMPETENCIES:

· Possesses strong oral and written communication skills

· High energy level and ability to engage students

· Demonstrated knowledge of effective instructional strategies, classroom management and content field

· Ability to quickly learn Job Corps methodologies and strategies

· Ability to use different methods and mediums in delivering course material

· Ability to effectively respond to student issues as they arise

· Proficient in the use of common computer software (Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, etc.).

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

· Bachelor’s Degree in social services or related field preferred. An equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute for the degree requirement on a year for year basis.

EXPERIENCE:

One year related experience preferred.

· Must possess valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.