Vocational Training Assistant

Goodwill of the Olympics & Rainier Region • Tacoma, WA

2d • $18 - $20 • Onsite

About The Position

Position Summary:  The Vocational Instructor Assistant is a part-time role that
supports the Lead Instructor by creating and maintaining an environment that
promotes teaching, learning, and student success. This position assists with
classroom activities, provides hands-on support during technical training, and
helps prepare students for entry-level IT careers through certification
preparation, career readiness activities, and employer engagement. The role
focuses on supporting instruction and job seeker engagement.

Requirements

• Associates degree or 2 years work experience in an IT related field. Advanced certifications or degrees are preferred.
• Previous instructing experience in a vocational or technical field. Industry experience is a plus.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to use educational software and tools for instruction. Proficiency in curriculum development and instructional design.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor and motivate students from various backgrounds.
• Commitment to maintaining a high standard of instruction.
• Exceptional analytical, judgment, decision-making and communications skills
• Superior coaching, leadership and interpersonal skills, including the ability to build understanding and consensus
• Ability to read and interpret hard data and metrics. Ability to write creatively and articulately with an emphasis on tact and diplomacy. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as:  addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages, and average. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra when working on spreadsheets. Ability to create and manage departmental budget.
• To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Microsoft Office products, specifically Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Comprehensive understanding of all aspects of Vocational Training Assistant
• Washington State Driver’s License required
• Self-motivated; resourceful, creative; high integrity; problem solver; looks to resolve issues; positive can-do approach; and ability to build effective working relationships.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced certifications or degrees are preferred.
• Previous instructing experience in a vocational or technical field. Industry experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Classroom Support: Assist the instructor during lessons and hands-on activities to ensure students stay engaged and on track.
• Course Preparation: Help organize and update instructional materials, set up technology, and prepare resources for class sessions.
• Student Assistance: Provide one-on-one or small-group support to students who need extra help with technical concepts or career readiness goals.
• Classroom Management: Support the instructor in maintaining a positive, organized, and safe learning environment.
• Assessment Support: Assist with grading, tracking student progress, and providing constructive feedback under instructor guidance.
• Administrative Tasks: Help maintain accurate attendance records, organize student files, and submit required documentation.
• Professional Development: Stay informed about current IT trends and participate in learning opportunities to better support students.

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, and Dental (M/V/D) insurance coverage for employees. We provide coverage for you, with a portion of the employee premium paid by Goodwill. Dependent coverage is available, with the cost being the responsibility of the employee
• Access to Childcare Benefits through Upwards
• All employees receive merchandise discounts
• We strongly believe in promoting from within, and have multiple avenues for career growth

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees