Para Professional of Automotive Technologies

Requirements

Qualification requirements the Para Professional must possess:

Education and/or Certification

• High school graduate
• One or more Michigan or National Auto Mechanics Certifications

Experience

• Two years in appropriate industry and/or recognized training program from a secondary or post-secondary institution

Essential Functions

Mental Tasks

• Ability to understand written and oral instructions
• Ability to demonstrate appropriate verbal/written communication in the supervision and teaching of students
• Ability to learn new technology as it relates to automotive/diesel technology
• Ability to extrapolate information from automotive/diesel repair manuals and computer programs, and explain it to students
• Ability to take direction from the professional
• Ability to successfully do presentations to students

Physical Tasks

• Ability to drive a vehicle, and load/unload vehicles in need of repair
• Ability to drive and operate a forklift
• Ability to bend, stoop, squat, and kneel in performing automotive/diesel repair work
• Ability to lift and move objects of at least 50 lbs. (i.e., tires, batteries, tools, etc.)
• Ability to assist students with automotive/diesel related skills

Equipment

• Ability to utilize office and classroom equipment such as telephones, computers, printers, copiers, VCR's, calculators, and other basic classroom and school equipment
• Ability to utilize automotive/diesel related equipment such as diagnostic scopes, hoists, welders, auto/diesel repair tools, etc.

Policy Requirements

• Adhere to applicable Master Agreement, district and/or building policies and procedures including the staff handbook, but not limited to:
  • Attendance
  • Business procedures
  • Student discipline
  • Safety (tornado, fire, lock-down, abuse/neglect procedures, etc.)
  • Personal appearance
  • Emergency, accident or illness
• Attend all required meetings and in-service programs on time
• Follow administrative directives, verbal and/or written
• Maintain confidentiality
• No extensions on allotted breaks or lunch times
• Remain free of any alcohol or non-prescribed controlled substance abuse in the workplace throughout employment in the District
• Demonstrate acceptable ethical standards of the position

Responsibilities

Job Performance Duties

Communication and Interpersonal Relationship Skills

• Communicate clearly and accurately when writing/speaking
• Communicate student concerns to appropriate:
  • Supervisor
  • Other school personnel

Management and Organization Skills

• Complete assignments and paperwork accurately, on time, and without constant supervision
• Assist other personnel as needed

Application of Job Knowledge

• Demonstrate logical problem solving skills
• Demonstrate skill in assisting students to meet objectives and in utilizing educational equipment, materials, and resources
• Provide positive reinforcement to students
• Assist in the maintenance of an environment that is conducive to student learning
• Meet specific performance objectives developed jointly with immediate supervisor
• Prepare equipment, material, and supplies for student learning
• Assist Program Manager with attendance
• Assist Program Manager with demonstrations in the classroom and in laboratory
• Assist or direct housekeeping assignments for students
• Assist Program Manager with student discipline
• Enforce safety rules and regulations
• Help maintain inventory of supplies
• Assist Program Manager with grading and student progress
• Assist Program Manager with upgrading curriculum and scheduling work
• Assist Program Manager with maintaining equipment
• Assist Program Manager in processing work orders and dealing with customers
• Assist with the implementation of students' individualized education and health care plans
• Fabrication of training materials
• Other duties as assigned