Vocational Assistant - Automotive Technology

POSITION

Livonia Public Schools is seeking a highly qualified vocational assistant who will be able to support the academic-focused instruction and assist students with special needs/disabilities as defined by the Carl Perkins Grant in the Automotive Technology classes. This person will work collaboratively with the teachers supporting students as they obtain practical skills in the areas of Automotive Technology. This person will assist the teachers with various assignments, facilitate student learning, and supervise students throughout the classroom and lab areas.

Livonia Public Schools employs approximately 1,800 staff members, serving approximately 14,100 students pre-K to post secondary. The district has 15 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, 3 high schools, 1 career technical center, 1 early childhood center and 1 vocational and transition center. The annual budget is $180 million, with a state funding of $10,000.00 per pupil.

Newly hired public school employees are eligible for a traditional pension and tax-deferred retirement savings accounts with an employer matching contribution. The pension component guarantees monthly retirement benefit payments over your lifetime once you meet age and service requirements. Students are automatically enrolled in a Personal Healthcare Fund (PHF), a portable, tax-deferred investment account that can be used to pay for healthcare expenses in retirement.

Livonia Public Schools will contribute a dollar‑for‑dollar match on the first 2% you contribute.

• Medical insurance, including prescription drug coverage:
  • The district's contribution is the maximum allowed by Michigan law.
  • Family coverage eligibility for employees working 30 hours or more per week.
  • Single coverage eligibility for employees working 20 hours but less than 30 per week.
  • Optional "cash in lieu" of medical insurance for those who qualify.
• Dental, vision, and life insurance:
  • The district pays 100% of the premium for all employees.
• Long‑term disability coverage:
  • The district pays 100% of the premium for employees working 20 hours or more per week.
• Employee Assistance Program for employees and their eligible family members.
  • Completely confidential, short‑term counseling service available 7 days a week at no cost to the employee.
• Paid holidays; earned vacation, sick, and bereavement days (if applicable)
• Earn overtime pay beyond 8 hours per day.
• Paid "act of God" days, such as snow days.

Additionally, the children of employees living outside the district's attendance boundaries are eligible to attend Livonia Public Schools via schools of choice if the shift is more than 20+ hours per week.

• Applicants must have at least a high school diploma or GED; an associate's degree or greater is preferred.
• Knowledge and experience in automotive-related fields is preferred.
• Strong computer skills and ability to learn new technology.
• Applicants should have experience in working with high‑school age students.
• A passionate commitment to improving learning for all students.
• Demonstrated positive interpersonal relationships.
• Evidence of ability to establish positive working relationships with all stakeholders.
• Superior verbal and written communication skills.

• Supervise students to ensure a school climate in accordance with the District Vision and Collective Commitments.
• Assist the instructor during all phases of instruction.
• Reinforce instruction to students by administering remedial activities and demonstrations for individual or small groups.
• Monitor students during practical activities to ensure they are working safely and following correct procedures.
• Assist instructor in maintaining student records.
• Maintain accurate student records in the progress of the students.
• Assist instructor with inventory, ordering, and accounting procedures.
• Encourage students to think independently and express original ideas.
• Perform other functions as assigned by supervisor.

Applicants should furnish a letter of intent, professional resume, copies of educational documents (transcripts/certificates), and three current letters of…