What are the responsibilities and job description for the EDUCATIONAL SPECIALIST, ASPIRE position at Cuyahoga Community College?
Educational Specialist, ASPIRE
Department : Aspire
Location : Metropolitan Campus
Reports To : Executive Director
Recruitment Type : External / Internal
Requisition ID : req4924
Employment Type : Full-Time Support Staff
Union Position : Non-Union
Work Schedule : Standard College Hours : M-F, 8 : 30am-5pm
Number of Openings : 0
Job Description : SUMMARY
Teaches basic skills in language, writing, reading, mathematics, study skills, and test taking strategy in accordance with ASPIRE benchmarks for mastery of subjects. Provides leadership, supervision, and control of classroom activities.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Leads training an implementation of the ASPIRE Ohio Options Curriculum.
- Uses the ASPIRE Assessment Policy as a guideline for monitoring student performance (initial and progress assessments, and measurable skill gains).
- Uses the ASPIRE Data System to document attendance and maintain student records.
- Monitors attendance, maintain records, score and evaluate educational performance of participants
- When appropriate identifies and refers participants for supportive services to enhance student success
- Participates in training sessions and / or attend regional / state conferences for professional development when needed
- Acts as the ASPIRE program representative at Cuyahoga Community College and community events.
- Mentors and supports the participants of the ASPIRE program
- Instructs via distance learning methods when needed
- Performs other duties as needed
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE / TRAINING
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES
COMPETENCIES
CRITICAL COMPETENCIES
VERY IMPORTANT COMPETENCIES
IMPORTANT COMPETENCIES
PREFFERED QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE / TRAINING
PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORKING CONDITIONS (The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)
Special Note : This is a 100% grant funded position.
Special Instructions to Applicants : During the application process, you may be required to attach a cover letter and / or resume. It is recommended that you have these documents ready to be attached electronically to the online application. This system accepts only MS Word or PDF attachments. Any employment with the College is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background check and drug screen.
Affirmative Action Statement : Cuyahoga Community College is committed to attaining excellence through the recruitment and retention of a qualified and diverse workforce. Cuyahoga Community College is an equal employment / educational opportunity institution.
