Job Information
CENTER FOR EMPLOYMENT TRAINING Assistant Instructor- Welding in EL PASO, Texas
Education:
CET shall employ instructors who possess the academic, experiential and professional qualifications to teach, including a minimum of a high school diploma (or its equivalent)
and
Experience:
A minimum of three years (3) of industry experience, education and training in current practices of the subject area they are teaching or meets the equivalency of the minimum qualifications in the technical area of instruction
- Experience working with persons of diverse socio-economic and ethnic backgrounds.
Language:
Bilingual in Spanish and English is highly desired based on school location.
Driver's License:
Depending upon the instructional skill assignment, applicable license/certification for a specific technical skill area may be required.
Use of a personal or company vehicle for CET business may be necessary in the performance of assigned duties such as attending meetings and events, recruiting, transporting students, picking up materials, and running errands.
The Human Resources Department may request copies of a valid driver's license and proof of personal automobile insurance upon being hired and annually thereafter.
Requirements:
Knowledge of the technical skill.
Knowledge of proper procedures for handling confidential information.
Knowledge of standard clerical/office/filing procedures.
Ability to learn and implement department policies and procedures.
Ability to learn to use a computer and other related equipment.
Ability to communicate orally and in writing.
Ability to understand instructions and ask for assistance when needed.
Ability to work in an efficient and organized manner.
Ability to work in a fast-pace environment.
Ability to meet deadlines assigned.
Ability to minimize wasting of supplies, misuse of equipment, etc.
Ability to deal tactfully with students, staff, visitors, and the general public.
Ability to project a positive and professional demeanor.
Ability to work effectively with a team to complete all assignments.
Duties:
Receives direction and guidance from Instructor/Advisor and/or Center Director; performs technical training instruction to support the designated skill competencies as assigned.
Assistant Instructor will provide administrative support as required for training and student programs; participates in promoting the CET mission and initiatives and in the accomplishment of the organization's goals.
(Based on assignment, may include but are not limited to, the following):
Assists the Instructor in the classroom with small group and individual training.
Works with the Instructor to address individual student needs to better assist students in academic/remedial subjects.
Works with the Instructor in preparing lesson plans and demonstrating effective teaching methods and techniques.
Assists with preparing written materials and handouts that are explicit, well organized and legible.
Interacts with students and staff in a positive, cooperative and professional manner. Promotes self-help attitudes and positive self-images.
Collaborates with the Instructor to evaluate students progress in accordance with established standards and criteria.
Assists with maintaining the classroom/work station/lab equipment and alerts the Instructor if repairs are appropriate.
Maintains good organization and adheres to safety standards. Conducts regular inspections of classroom work areas and equipment and reports any hazardous conditions.
May assist in maintaining confidential attendance records, student files, including progress reports that may be shared with sponsoring agents, complying with all federal and state laws regarding adherence to safeguards to protect confidential student data.
Under the direction of Instructor, utilizes software/computer programs to analyze, process, record, retrieve and verify student statistical data/files, comply ng with all federal and state laws regarding adherence to safeguards to protect confidential student data.
Participates in weekly unit meetings; assists with implementing student action plans.
May assist with planning and coordinating special projects and program events; participates in other CET initiatives.
Attends staff development trainings which may require overnight travel, as required.
Performs other related duties as required.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Lecturing requires standing, sitting, talking, walking, reaching, twisting, and turning. The hands-on technical demonstration may also require bending, grasping, repetitive hand movement and fine coordination in using a computer keyboard and other related office/classroom/tools/equipment. Additionally, the position will require near and far vision in reading reports and work related documents using a computer. The need to lift, sort and arrange records/files, tools and skill related equipment weighing up to 15-75 pounds depending on technical skill assignment. Some of these work requirements may be accommodated for otherwise qualified individuals requiring and requesting such accommodation. Will be required to attend periodic trainings or participate in CET business related activities which sometimes includes overnight travel