Adult Education Paraprofessional - Knox County, Full Time

Title: Adult Education Paraprofessional - Knox County, Full Time Employee Classification: Clerical & Secretarial Institution: TCAT-Knoxville Department: Adult Education Campus Location: TCAT Knoxville Job Summary The Tennessee College of Applied Technology Knoxville is accepting applications for a full-time Paraprofessional position in the Adult Education program.
Full-time responsibilities are based on a 37.
5-hour work week.
This position will work a combination of some days and evenings and one Saturday a month.
This position conducts a variety of clerical duties to support adult education.
The paraprofessional also interacts with students and conducts registration, intake, and orientation-related services for potential and current students.
Interaction with AE staff, students, and community members is integral to this position.
Job Duties Demonstrate the ability to multi-task • Assist with graduation • Assist with student registration, assessment, orientation/counseling • Perform general office duties: filing, faxing, disbursement of administrative and instructional materials • Organize and maintain confidential program and student files as well as report documentation • Maintain technical knowledge by engaging in opportunities to improve or increase skills • Contribute to team effort • Complete data in a timely manner, adhering to all reporting deadlines • Travel to satellite class locations if necessary • Participate in local and state activities /staff development • Perform other duties as assigned - (Essential) Minimum Qualifications • High School Diploma or HSE (High School Equivalency) is required • Microsoft Office – Microsoft Office Suite (i.
e.
, Word, Outlook, Excel, etc.
) as well as the ability to learn to use other computer software Preferred Qualifications • Experience working in an adult education environment • Operate electronic mail systems and coordinate the flow of information internally and externally • Maintain class, staff, and event schedules • Set up and maintain paper and electronic filing systems Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities • Strong oral and written communication skills • Evidence of interpersonal /customer skills • Strong Organizational and analytical skills and ability to meet deadlines • Must be able to work a flexible schedule • Knowledge of and skill using data entry software • Accept new tasks and responsibilities in a positive/professional manner • Skill in operation of general office equipment (fax, copier, scanner, multi-line phone system) • Assist with scheduling, proctoring, and scoring state-required tests (i.
e.
, CASAS, HiSET, OPT) REQUIRED DOCUMENTS: Resume Educational transcripts/diploma Applications are accepted until 03/14/2024.
EMPLOYMENT DOCUMENTS: Current federal law requires identification and eligibility verification before employment.
Only U.
S.
citizens and aliens authorized to work in the United States may be employed.
An offer of employment is contingent upon a successful background check.