Career Preparation Instructor

What you will be doing:

• Provide students with basic direction, instruction and assistance in career preparation training
• Motivate and counsel students in areas of behavior, employability skills, independent living skills and other areas relating to job search through information technology
• Develop and prepare lessons; recommend curricula changes; update materials with current job market, employability and life skills information to supplement curriculum
• Effectively manage training areas including student behavior and timely record keeping and reporting
• Develop employability activities and exercises
• Administer and correct tests; maintain progress and attendance reports
• Control use of equipment and supplies; make minor repairs; recommend purchases
• Prepare and orient students for Job Corps program; define expectations and goals; direct and support student progression through program; counsel students
• Participate in student panel to transition to CDP
• Regular and predictable attendance is required
• Provide positive, quality customer services to students, staff and other center customers
• Participate in student employability programs and activities
• Support, promote, and enforce the Job Corps’ Zero Tolerance Policy
• Promote the development of Career Success Standards by modeling appropriate behaviors, mentoring students where necessary and monitoring both positive and negative behaviors through interventions
• Maintain accountability of students and property; adhere to safety practices

About the role:

MTC is proud to operate the Joliet Job Corps Center in Joliet, IL where our staff provide quality services to our local youth. We value our professional and caring employees who are dedicated to improving people’s lives and we want YOU to join our team!

Responsibilities:

• Provide students with basic direction, instruction and assistance in career preparation training
• Motivate and counsel students in areas of behavior, employability skills, independent living skills and other areas relating to job search through information technology
• Develop and prepare lessons; recommend curricula changes; update materials with current job market, employability and life skills information to supplement curriculum
• Effectively manage training areas including student behavior and timely record keeping and reporting
• Develop employability activities and exercises
• Administer and correct tests; maintain progress and attendance reports
• Control use of equipment and supplies; make minor repairs; recommend purchases
• Prepare and orient students for Job Corps program; define expectations and goals; direct and support student progression through program; counsel students
• Participate in student panel to transition to CDP
• Regular and predictable attendance is required
• Provide positive, quality customer services to students, staff and other center customers
• Participate in student employability programs and activities
• Support, promote, and enforce the Job Corps’ Zero Tolerance Policy
• Promote the development of Career Success Standards by modeling appropriate behaviors, mentoring students where necessary and monitoring both positive and negative behaviors through interventions
• Maintain accountability of students and property; adhere to safety practices

Requirements:

• A high school diploma or equivalency
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills
• Computer proficiency

Qualifications:

• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record

Skills:

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion

Benefits:

• Health, dental, vision, prescription and life insurance
• Short and long-term disability
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Professional development assistance
• Career advancement opportunities

Pay:

$50,000 annually

Schedule:

Full Time

Company Information:

MTC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, disabled status, veteran status, genetic information, national origin, or any other category protected by federal law. MTC participates in E-Verify. We strive to provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities, including disabled veterans, in our job application and hiring process.

Contact Information:

If you are interested in employment opportunities with Management & Training Corporation and need assistance, please contact our staffing department through customersupport@mtctrains.com or 801-693-2888.