Career Focus - CTES

Kent Career Tech Center (East)

Grand Rapids (MI)

On-site

USD 31,000 - 34,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Kent Career Tech Center (East) in Grand Rapids, Michigan seeks a Career and Technical Education Specialist to support students through Special Education Services and MTSS within the Student Services Team.

The role emphasizes collaboration with instructional staff, providing accommodations in Vocational and Career Technical Education, and helping maintain a safe, productive learning environment in labs and field trips.

Qualifications

Must have graduated from high school (Associate's or Bachelor's Degree preferred).
A minimum of 60 semester hours of college credit with a grade of "C" or better from an accredited college or university required (to be used for a Daily Substitute Permit) is preferred, but not required.
Must have a valid driver's license.
Experience and/or knowledge of Special Education Services or Multi-Tiered Systems of Support preferred.
Experience working with a team to collect, interpret, and use data to make decisions.
Demonstrates interpersonal skills to interact with students, staff, and parents effectively.
Ability to concentrate and pay close attention to details, organize, prioritize, and work independently, as well as schedule and produce work in a timely manner.
Must have demonstrated ability to work with culturally diverse student populations, including special population students (economic and academic disadvantaged, special education, and Limited English Proficient students).
Ability to work with students with special needs.
Ability to develop effective working relationships with students, staff, and the school community.
Ability to implement teacher philosophy accurately and consistently.
Ability to be flexible and maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

Meets with the instructional staff, Student Success Team, and Administration to assist in developing, implementing, and continuously improving Special Education and MTSS services - ultimately ensuring that students receive appropriate support services and interventions.
Assists in providing accommodated instruction in the various aspects of Vocational and Career Technical Education (CTE).
Supplements the instructor's demonstration of the safe and proper use of the program's tools, equipment, and machinery with students needing additional assistance.
Uses remedial and tutorial techniques, as directed, to assist students in gaining the most from their instruction.
Assists students on a one-to-one or small group basis as directed by the lead instructor.
Assists students with work assignments that may require strenuous physical exertion.
Assists in maintaining discipline, aiding individual students, and assisting the lead instructor to have a greater influence on the learning process.
Assists the instructor in maintaining a safe learning environment and monitors student behavior to maximize learning in the lab, on the work site, and during field trips.
Assists in the setup and operation of equipment used in the teaching process.
Assists in transporting students for field trips and facilitating work-based learning opportunities.
Assists instructors with implementing Student Success Plans - including curricular supports, accommodating or removing barriers, and assistive technology.
Demonstrate initiative and creativity - is self-directed.
Shares the student progress data with the Student Services team - following Special Education and MTSS data review cycles.
Assists other Student Support Services members and instructors with student visits - including tours, program visits, and internships.
Participates in staff meetings and professional in-service opportunities as provided by the Kent Career Technical Center.
Accepts additional tasks and responsibilities as assigned by the Principal or designee.

Skills

High School Diploma

60 College Hours

Driver's License

Special Education/MTSS experience

Data-driven decisions

Interpersonal skills

Organization/Time management

Diverse student populations

Special needs support

Team collaboration

Confidentiality

Education

High school diploma

60 semester hours from accredited college

Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Kent Intermediate School District Kent Career Tech Center (East) - Grand Rapids, Michigan Open in Google Maps

Career Focus - CTES

Kent Career Tech Center

Union - KIEA CTE Specialist

7 Hours Daily (FT) / 182 Days (Full School Year)

Job ID: 5932499

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 18, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

The Career and Technical Education Specialist (CTES) provides direct assistance through Special Education Services and a Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS), as part of the Student Services Team, to students who need additional support to maximize achievement at the Kent Career Technical Center

Job Qualifications

Must have graduated from high school (Associate's or Bachelor's Degree preferred).
A minimum of 60 semester hours of college credit with a grade of "C" or better from an accredited college or university required (to be used for a Daily Substitute Permit) is preferred, but not required.
Must have a valid driver's license.
Experience and/or knowledge of Special Education Services or Multi-Tiered Systems of Support preferred.
Experience working with a team to collect, interpret, and use data to make decisions.
Demonstrates interpersonal skills to interact with students, staff, and parents effectively.
Ability to concentrate and pay close attention to details, organize, prioritize, and work independently, as well as schedule and produce work in a timely manner.
Must have demonstrated ability to work with culturally diverse student populations, including special population students (economic and academic disadvantaged, special education, and Limited English Proficient students).
Ability to work with students with special needs.
Ability to develop effective working relationships with students, staff, and the school community.
Ability to implement teacher philosophy accurately and consistently.
Ability to be flexible and maintain confidentiality.

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Alternative requirements that may be appropriate and acceptable to the School Board may be considered. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Duties and Responsibilities

Meets with the instructional staff, Student Success Team, and Administration to assist in developing, implementing, and continuously improving Special Education and MTSS services - ultimately ensuring that students receive appropriate support services and interventions.
Assists in providing accommodated instruction in the various aspects of Vocational and Career Technical Education (CTE).
Supplements the instructor's demonstration of the safe and proper use of the program's tools, equipment, and machinery with students needing additional assistance.
Uses remedial and tutorial techniques, as directed, to assist students in gaining the most from their instruction.
Assists students on a one-to-one or small group basis as directed by the lead instructor.
Assists students with work assignments that may require strenuous physical exertion.
Assists in maintaining discipline, aiding individual students, and assisting the lead instructor to have a greater influence on the learning process.
Assists the instructor in maintaining a safe learning environment and monitors student behavior to maximize learning in the lab, on the work site, and during field trips.
Assists in the setup and operation of equipment used in the teaching process.
Assists in transporting students for field trips and facilitating work-based learning opportunities.
Assists instructors with implementing Student Success Plans - including curricular supports, accommodating or removing barriers, and assistive technology.
Demonstrate initiative and creativity - is self-directed.
Shares the student progress data with the Student Services team - following Special Education and MTSS data review cycles.
Assists other Student Support Services members and instructors with student visits - including tours, program visits, and internships.
Participates in staff meetings and professional in-service opportunities as provided by the Kent Career Technical Center.
Accepts additional tasks and responsibilities as assigned by the Principal or designee.

Please note, due to the large number of applications, we are unable to attend to e-mail or telephone inquiries on application status.

The final candidate for this position will be required (at their cost) to furnish Kent Intermediate School District with a current Michigan State Police and FBI criminal records LiveScan check prior to our recommendation to hire.

Benefits

Robust benefit package includes full medical, dental, and vision insurance; generous paid sick and personal days; State of Michigan School Employment retirement program; Kent ISD is a participating employer for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness program (PSLF/ SAVE plan) for eligible Federal student loans.

Position Type

Full-Time

Salary

$22.66 to $24.94 Per Hour

Job Categories

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

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