Instructional Engineering Specialist - Cherry Creek Innovation Campus

FLSA: Non-Exempt

SALARY SCHEDULE: Educational Support Personnel | Link to https://www.cherrycreekschools.org/Page/2906

PAY GRADE: Range 6

BENEFITS: Our employee benefits package includes medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, health savings accounts, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, long-term disability, critical illness insurance, and accident insurance. Visit our website for full details.

SUPERVISOR: School Principal

LAST UPDATED: 04/27/2022

SUMMARY: Under the direction of a licensed staff member, assist students by helping individuals or small groups of students with basic curriculum work, implementing programming, reinforcing learning skills, and reinforcing discipline procedures. Assist classroom teachers by preparing classroom materials, monitoring students, and evaluating and recording student achievement. Safely using tools (both hand and power), measuring, cutting, building, planning etc. Candidates must be comfortable with all manner of lifting, squatting, climbing, and walking. A candidate does not have to possess an extensive construction background, however, one is helpful. Possession of an OSHA 10 certification is required.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The following tasks describe the basic functions of the job and represent the type of work performed. They do not constitute an exhaustive list of the duties and responsibilities performed on the job. The following frequencies and percentage of time spent are approximations only.

• Assist classroom teachers in preparing materials, administering tests, grading, attendance, etc. Assist with paperwork and documentation as needed. [Daily, 30%]
• Assist students with classroom activities. Assist with curriculum delivery to both individuals and small groups to ensure mastering of subjects. [Daily, 30%]
• Perform basic clerical work for the classroom teacher, including typing, stapling, filing, duplicating, taking inventory, scheduling repairs and maintenance, data entry, word processing, laminating, ordering supplies, placing phone calls, materials distribution, and light bookkeeping. [Daily, 10%]
• Assist with other classroom events, such as field trips or fire drills, as necessary. [Monthly, 5%]
• Perform other related duties as assigned or requested. [Daily, 5%]

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• No experience required, however, construction background is helpful.
• Basic knowledge of typical office equipment such as telephones, copiers, fax machines, email, etc.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Intermediate English language skills.
• Intermediate oral and written communication skills.
• Advanced interpersonal relations skills.
• Advanced organizational skills.
• Ability to work alone and with others.
• Demonstrated ability to manage simultaneous demands and set clear priorities.
• Ability to diffuse and manage volatile and stressful situations.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the job.
• Ability to work one-on-one and in small groups with students.
• Promotes a positive climate, culture, and community
• Criminal background check and fingerprinting required for hire.

REQUIRED CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, AND REGISTRATIONS:

All certifications, licenses, and registrations must be valid and unexpired.

• OSHA 10-Hour Workplace Safety Training certification.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate’s degree.   
• Classroom/instructional work in an educational setting, licensed teaching, construction, infrastructure, or engineering experience.
• Experience working directly with people from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• CPR and First Aid certifications.
• Racially conscious and culturally competent with the skill, will, capacity, and knowledge to commit to a culture of continuous improvement.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Moderate physical effort.
• Lifting up to 25 pounds.
• Frequent bending, reaching, and climbing.
• Eye/hand coordination (e.g., typing, ten key).
• Visual concentration.
• Concentrated reading/writing/mathematics.
• Prolonged standing and walking.
• Squatting.
• Overhead work.
• Occasional lifting, pulling, and/or pushing.
• Normal school district environment.
• May work outdoors when monitoring student activities.

ADDITIONAL COMMENTS: This role supports a dynamic, hands-on Construction Trades pathway designed to prepare high school students for high-demand careers in Construction, HVAC, and Welding. The Construction Trades Specialist is essential to ensuring the highest standards of safety, maintaining the shop environment and equipment, and assisting students on individual builds and projects. Candidates should be versed in at least one of the aforementioned trades with the mindset to continually learn and grow skills in the other trades. Key Responsibilities: - Safety & Compliance: Models and enforces OSHA-standard safety protocols, ensuring students utilize Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and follow rigorous shop safety procedures. - Technical Support: Assists students in mastering foundational skills, including structural framing, blueprint reading and tool identification and use. - Facility Management: Maintains shop cleanliness by maintaining a diverse inventory of industrial tools and machinery, and ensuring all workstations across the classroom bays are organized and operational. - Industry Modeling: Demonstrates professional tradecraft, helping students transition from classroom theory to the precision of skills required in the field. Logistics: The shift will run daily from 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM.