What are the responsibilities and job description for the Paraprofessional Program Coach/Mentor position at Greenfield Community College?
This is a short term, non-benefitted, grant-funded position.
GCC's Office of Workforce Development seeks Coach/Mentors for the Paraprofessional training program's Community of Practice. Coach/Mentors will ensure students receive weekly one-on-one applied experience sessions as well as monthly check-ins for 6 months following completion of the Paraprofessional training program. Expected case load for each coach will be 4 to 5 adult students.
The Workforce Development Coach/Mentors report to the Dean of Workforce Development and work closely with the Lead Instructor and Resource Navigator.
Hours: Starting on July 3rd, every Thursday from 12:00 pm to 2:30 pm through August 7th, plus one check-in per month for 6 months (scheduled with the mentees)
Dates: July 3 - August 7, plus up to 3 "Train the Trainer" dates in late June, plus one check-in per month for 6 months (scheduled with the mentees) (approximately 2.5 additional hours per month)
Rate: $50/hour
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Collaboratively plan each unit or lesson with the Lead instructor and other Mentors so as to provide a supportive application in the individual session
- Maintain competence and expertise in the field
- Incorporate current teaching techniques, subject area developments, and current technology (if applicable) into the learning experience
- Demonstrate effective people skills, communication skills, and work ethic (e.g. preparation and punctuality)
- Support a diverse population of learners Work in a participatory and collegial setting
Job Requirements:
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Three (3) years of full-time work experience as a paraprofessional
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Good interpersonal communication skills and ease in relating to people from a variety of educational, cultural, and social backgrounds
- Must meet all employability requirements of the college
PREFFERED QUALIFICATIONS:
- 5 or more years of paraprofessional experience
- Para Pro Certification (and/or experience with Para Pro exam)
BACKGROUND CHECK: Candidates will be required to pass a Massachusetts Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) check as a condition of employment.
OFFICIAL ACADEMIC TRANSCRIPTS: Official academic transcripts relevant to the position will be required upon hire.
EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT:
If you do not meet all listed qualifications but believe your experience, education, or training provides an equivalent foundation for success in the role, we strongly encourage you to include an equivalency statement in your application. Please upload this statement as part of your application materials.
Additional Information:
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Statement: Greenfield Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, GCC will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer by contacting Human Resources by email at humanresources@gcc.mass.edu or by phone at 413-775-1313
Annual Security Report Notice: Greenfield Community College's Annual Security Report is available online at www.gcc.mass.edu/webdocs/safety/GCC-Annual-Security-Report.pdf
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