CTES - Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration

CTES
- Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration

Kent Intermediate School District Kent Career Tech Center (East) - Grand Rapids, Michigan

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Job : 5884669

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 13, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

CTES
- Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration

Kent Career Tech Center

Union - KIEA CTE Specialist

7 Hours Daily (FT) / 182 Days (Full School Year)

Summary:

The Career and Technical Education Specialist (CTES) provides direct and indirect support to students through instruction, remediation, accommodations, and other services that promote access to the Career and Technical Education (CTE) curriculum and foster student independence. In support of this mission, the CTES assists in maintaining a well-organized, safe, and smoothly functioning classroom and laboratory environment that reflects industry standards, enabling students to fully benefit from instructional programs, hands‑on learning experiences, and industry‑standard equipment.

Job Qualifications:

• Must have graduated from high school (Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in HVACR, Skilled Trades, or related field preferred).
• Minimum of 60 semester hours of college credit with a grade of "C" or better from an accredited college or university required (to be used for a Daily Substitute Permit).
• Must have a minimum of two (2) years (4,000 hours) of recent and relevant work experience in the Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration industry (to be used in for an Annual Career Authorization)
• Demonstrated knowledge of residential and commercial HVACR systems, tools, equipment, and industry safety practices.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with students, staff, parents, and industry partners.
• Experience working with a team to collect, interpret, and use data to inform instructional decisions.
• Demonstrated ability to work with culturally diverse student populations, including economically disadvantaged, special education, and English Learner students.
• Ability to organize, prioritize, work independently, and maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to be flexible and demonstrate initiative and self-direction.
• Valid driver's license required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with high school students in classroom, lab, or hands‑on learning environments
• Experience supporting diverse learners and varying ability levels
• Experience using data to support student success
• CPR/First Aid certification preferred

Specific

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assists in providing accommodated instruction in Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration (HVACR) and related CTE content areas, including assisting in evaluation of student knowledge.
• Provide instructional supports and accommodations for students with diverse learning needs, including implementation of IEPs, 504 Plans, and Student Success Plans.
• Assists students on a one-to-one or small group basis as directed by the lead instructor and based on assessment data to develop industry-standard HVAC installation, troubleshooting, maintenance, and diagnostic skills.
• Uses remediation and tutoring techniques, as directed, to assist students in attainment of academic content, credentials, and course completion.
• Documents all supports provided through logging remediation of all students as well as IEP and Section 504 accommodations in Powerschool.
• Supplements the instructor’s demonstration of the safe and proper use of HVACR tools and equipment with students needing additional assistance, including specialized instruction to reinforce OSHA and MIOSHA safety standards, proper use of PPE, lockout/tagout procedures, electrical…