Anderson County Schools is looking for a Workplace Readiness Specialist.  

This position:

- Reports to the Special Education Supervisor/Principals

-Works with high school/middle school students on the skills that will be taught at the high school, including developing resumes, developing a reference contact list, filling out applications, leading mock interviews, etc.

-Assist teachers in teaching pre-employment transition skills in the classroom

-Teaches recipients how to perform specific tasks and understand workplace policies while modeling appropriate behavior

-Assists students in establishing an appropriate working relationship with co-workers and supervisors at the work-based learning site

-Assist in developing methods of teaching job tasks and modifying processes to accomodate the student's barriers to employment

-Assists students and their families in completing necessary documentation for post-secondary education applications

-Monitor attendance and behavior of students to ensure progress toward measurable job readiness goals.  Provide feedback to the student and transition case manager

-Understand and keep up to date with new technology, community resources, and assistive devices available for people with disabilities

-Maintains a high level of confidentiality, a professional demeanor, and always represents Anderson County Schools in a positive manner

Requirements:

Education equivalent to graduation from a standard high school.  Associate Degree is recommended.