What are the responsibilities and job description for the Vocational Paraprofessional position at Southeastern Regional Technical High School?
DESCRIPTION: Southeastern is seeking a highly skilled and passionate paraprofessional to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a commitment to educational excellence, and the ability to inspire and engage students. Southeastern Regional is seeking a vocational paraprofessional with experience in the following industries only:
- HVAC
- Plumbing
- Electrical
- Construction trades (if no specific experience in the previously listed programs)
- Manufacturing trades (if no specific experience in the previously listed programs)
The vocational paraprofessional works with the shop teacher to ensure that all students are successful in the program. Paraprofessionals provide students with additional support, assist the shop teacher in maintaining a safe learning environment, and tailor activities to meet students' individual needs. In addition, they must have a genuine passion for working with a diverse student population to help all students succeed. Vocational paraprofessionals may be asked to cover multiple areas throughout the day.
OUR STUDENTS: Southeastern is a diverse, multicultural vocational technical high school, which serves over 1700 students. The students balance the rigors of a complete academic course of studies with technical skill training in over 20 career majors. Our students are prepared for college, career, and/or additional technical training.
upon graduation.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- A high school diploma or equivalent.
- Strong work ethic, a positive attitude, and a genuine interest in working with students.
- Prior experience working as a paraprofessional and/or working with students (preferred, not required).
- Ability to use technology in support of student learning.
- Such alternatives to the above qualifications that the Superintendent may find appropriate and acceptable.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical, CSL, licenses or experience preferred
- Construction trades or Manufacturing trades experience preferred
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITES:
- Supervise Directed Studies sections and keep students on task.
- Proficient in safely operating hand tools, power tools, and machinery.
- Proficient in HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical, construction, or manufacturing trades.
- Ability to meet deadlines and carry out initiatives as assigned by your supervisor(s)
- Ability to be flexible with job assignments and performance responsibilities
- Demonstrates commitment to assisting learners in achieving their highest potential.
- Support learners in the academic classroom to access curriculum-Build positive rapport with students to encourage achievement and effort.
- Complete other duties as assigned.
Salary : $18 - $30