Career Preparation Period Instructor (CPP) Instructor

About the Role

Facilitates individual and/or group lessons designed to assist students in preparation for success throughout the entire CDSS period. Provides facilitated instruction to students in varied classes and activities, focusing on the development of skills for long-term employability.

Responsibilities

• Performs as an instructional facilitator in a regular classroom setting, presenting instruction in varied classes and activities, including but not limited to preparatory and developmental Academic and Career Technical Education (CTE) foundational skills, Workplace Communications, Employability Skills, Information Technology, Health Education, and Driver’s Education preparation coursework.
• Implements and tracks the MYPace schedule, activities, and student performance.
• Ensures students develop their Career Pathway Plans and start the ePAR update process.
• Facilitates CTE exploration and assessment activities, including coordination with hands-on vocational experiences.
• Develops and evaluates the Career Preparation curriculum, working directly with vocational instructors and career transition staff.
• Prepares for classroom activities and maintains discipline to ensure maximum learning and student engagement.
• Establishes rapport with students and maintains their folders, recording personal data such as test scores, assessments, attendance, incident reports, and achievement awards.
• Records and forwards required documentation, including daily attendance.
• Participates in ESPs (student evaluation performance) and evaluates student employees’ performance and employability skills.
• Provides regular feedback to students and assists in job development and placement services for graduates.
• Provides students with current labor market information and assists in developing career goals and objectives.
• Arranges and schedules required tests (e.g., ASVAB, ACT, Driver’s License).
• Assists in the implementation of the Center’s Social Skills Training program.
• Monitors and reviews CIS reports for accuracy and required action.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Effective Communication: Presents information clearly and concisely, confirms correct interpretation, and maintains a high standard of written and verbal communication. Demonstrates professional non-verbal body language and active listening.
• Organization of Work: Handles multiple projects simultaneously, implements time management and task allocation principles, and seeks ways to improve service through professional development.
• Professionalism: Demonstrates professional interpersonal skills, abides by workplace policies, acts as a team player, and builds professional relationships to achieve goals.

Qualifications

• Proficiency with advanced Microsoft Office applications (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel).
• Computer literacy with basic functions, email, internet, and programs such as Adobe Acrobat.
• Outstanding communication, organizational, interpersonal, and conflict resolution skills.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local labor laws and regulatory compliance.
• Proficiency with payroll and/or HR applications or the ability to learn quickly.
• Minimum of one to two years of related experience in education.
• One year in sales, marketing, or counseling-related services, with above-average public speaking skills.
• High School diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor’s degree in education or a related field preferred.
• Valid State Driver’s License.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

• Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, talk, and listen.
• Occasionally required to use hands and fingers to handle or feel, taste, or smell.
• Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision capabilities include close vision, distance vision, and peripheral vision.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

• Moderate noise level in the work environment.