Career Readiness Instructor

Serrato Corporation; Batesville (MS); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Disability & Life

Health insurance

Paid holidays

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Counseling services

Job summary

Serrato Corporation seeks an instructional facilitator to support new students in acclimation and career exploration. You will deliver varied classes, assist with curriculum development, and coordinate with vocational staff to promote student employability.

Responsibilities include maintaining student records, supporting placement services, and arranging required assessments. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Proficiency with advanced Microsoft Office applications including Word, Power Point, Outlook, and Excel.
• Computer literacy with basic computer functions, email, internet, and basic programs such as Adobe Acrobat.
• Knowledge of career resources and technology platforms.

Responsibilities

• Assists new students in acclimating to center; provides career exploration and planning.
• Facilitates CTE exploration and assessment activities in coordination with hands-on vocational experiences.
• Develops and evaluates Career Readiness curriculum with instructors and staff.
• Maintains classroom discipline and activates student engagement for maximum learning.
• Maintains student folders, attendance, and records per procedures.
• Provides job development and placement services to center graduates.
• Schedules placement tests (e.g., ASVAB, ACT, Driver's License).

Skills

MS Office proficiency

Computer literacy

Career knowledge

Communication skills

Motivation & counseling

Career resources & tech platforms

Education

Bachelor's degree in education or related field

Job description

Primary Position Objective

Assists new students in acclimating to center; provides career exploration and career planning to all new students and facilitates the implementation of all other career readiness requirements. Facilitates individual and/or group lessons designed to assist students in preparation for success throughout the entire Career Development Services System period. Provides facilitated instruction to students in varied classes and activities, development of skills for long-term employability.

Brief Description of Duties

• Performs as an instructional facilitator in a regular classroom setting, presenting instruction in varied classes and activities to include but not limited to preparatory and developmental Academic and Career Technical Education (CTE) foundational skills, Workplace Communications, Employability Skills, Information Technology, Health Education, Driver's Education preparation coursework etc.
• Facilitates CTE exploration and assessment activities to include coordination with hands on vocational experiences.
• Develops and constantly evaluates Career Readiness curriculum and works directly with the vocational instructors and career transition staff in coordinating curriculum development.
• Makes adequate preparation for classroom activities and maintains a high degree of discipline within the classroom in order to ensure maximum learning as well as that students are actively engaged at all times.
• Establishes a high degree of student/instructor rapport.
• Maintains students' personal folders, recording personal data, including test scores, assessments and evaluations, attendance, incident reports, achievement awards, and any other pertinent information concerning students. Records and forwards required documentation and forms as per established procedures including daily attendance.
• Participates in ESPs (student evaluation performance) and evaluates student employee's performance and employability skills. Provides regular feedback to student.
• Provides job development and placement services to all center graduates.
• Participates in ESP's (Evaluation Student Performance)
• Provides regular feedback to student employees regarding appropriate employability skills.
• Provides students with current labor market information
• Assists in the continued implementation of the Center's Social Skills Training program
• Monitors and reviews CIS reports for accuracy and required action.
• Assists students in developing career goals and objectives.
• Arranges and/or schedules required tests to assist students with placement (i.e., ASVAB, ACT, Drivers License, etc.)
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

• Proficiency with advanced Microsoft Office applications including Word, Power Point, Outlook, and Excel.
• Computer Literacy with basic computer functions, email, internet, and basic programs such as Adobe Acrobat.
• Knowledge of career
• High level of communication, interpersonal skills, and organizational skills.
• High level of ability to motivate, inspire, and counsel students effectively.
• Knowledge of of career resources and technology platforms.

Experience

Minimum of one to two years related experience in education. One year in sales, marketing, or counseling related services, above average public speaking skills and experience in same

Education

Bachelor's degree in education or related filed from a four-year college or university and/or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Certificates/Licenses/Registration

• Valid State Driver's License

Benefits Offered

• Paid Short Term / Long Term Disability and Basic Life Insurance.
• Health care insurance available (medical, dental, vision, critical illness, accident, HSA, and FSA)
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Counseling Service Programs Available

Disclaimers

Serrato Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Serrato Corporation conducts background checks and drug screens.