{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"8c1eaf13e67498e85d493d15","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/8c1eaf13e67498e85d493d15","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/8c1eaf13e67498e85d493d15","title":"CPP Specialist","description":"CAREER PREPARATION PERIOD SPECIALIST\nPosition Title: Career Preparation Specialist\nFLSA: Exempt\n\nThe Career Preparation Period Specialist position provides instructional support for a U.S Department of Labor Job Corps contractor, Human Learning Systems. The Job Corps program is a federally funded residential training program. Job Corps’ mission is to educate and train youth ages 16 -24 for successful careers in the nation’s fastest-growing industries.\nSummary of Duties: The Career Preparation Period Specialist provides instruction during the Career Preparation Phase of enrollment. Assists students in becoming acclimated to the Job Corps Program and the Center. Works with the team members to assist students in gaining employability skills. Puts into place all systems necessary to meet any special needs a student might have. Establishes a high degree of student/instructor rapport. Records daily attendance in the Center Information System (CIS). Coordinates enrollment requirements in conjunction with the Career Counselor to meet Department of Labor (DOL) requirement of CPP.\n\nDescription of Duties:\nDevelops effective student educational experiences that engage and stimulate student learning.\nAdequately prepares for instruction. Integrates math, reading, and writing concepts with employability, and Career Success Standards skills with lesson planning.\nDevelops and implements curriculum and training outlines necessary to attain student, Center and DOL goals.\nUtilizes Job Corps guidelines and subject course guides.\nHas an accurate syllabus for the course and completes lesson plans as required?\nCreates and maintains training records for each subject area.\nConducts classes that explain test preparation and study skills.\nConducts assessments to determine areas of strength and difficulty, using this information to prescribes individual plans.\nIdentifies appropriate materials.\nDesigns instruction to meet individual student needs.\nDevelops and implements Career Success Standard projects.\nMeets with academic and career technical training instructors to identify required skills that can be taught and reinforced with applying technical skills in an academic setting and in technical instruction.\nDevelops and implements applied academic projects.\nIdentifies students personal and academic issues so that the appropriate support can be provided.\nAdministers an accommodations assessment.\nDetermines career development readiness and determines barriers to career transition and documents these as appropriate.\nSubmits ESPs in a timely manner, documents student progress.\nRecords daily attendance.\nAdministers accurate completion of the training records and course guides.\nDocuments each progress in case notes. Maintains curriculum necessary to attain goals.\nPrepares lesson plans at least two weeks in advance.\nSubmits necessary schedule change information.\nDocuments and distributes CPAR in the CPP/MYPACE phase of the program as necessary. Ensures and documents contact with parents of minors as necessary into the CIS System as a case note in the RAP format.\nEngage in job search and preparation (resume writing, emailing inquiries, etc).\nRequisitions consumable supplies (e.g., paper, ribbons, toner cartridges, etc.).\nPrepares/maintains accurate records both electronically and manually.\nHelps students understand program objectives and performance standards.\nHelps students identify and make use of supplemental instructional/media resources.\nEncourages self-reliance, problem-solving, critical-thinking, creativity, and performance skills.\nCollaborates with other staff to gather information to ensure that all student’s needs, concerns, challenges, and career plans are met.\nShares knowledge and resources beneficial to the enhancement of student learning.\nEvaluates student performance in a timely manner as outlined in the (SOP) Standard Operation Procedure.\nConsults with counseling staff as needed (e.g., phone calls, E-mail, written notes, meetings, etc.).\nInspects classroom equipment to ensure that it is ready when needed.\nPerforms preventive maintenance and safety checks, provides routine cleaning of equipment, classroom, and all spaces according to the Covid-19 guidelines.\nIncrease critical thinking, analysis, and problem-solving skills of students.\nProvide guidance and structure for self-directed and life-long learning.\nMotivate students to actively participate and engage in learning.\nBe able to impart real-world scenarios to the application of classroom content and objectives.\nProduce and instruct high-quality, well-prepared classes where learning is promoted students enjoy the learning process.\nEnsure students’ technical skills meet the needs of Work-based learning partners and job placement requirements.\nUses problem-solving techniques to address and resolve concerns.\nPROVIDE EFFECTIVE INSTRUCTION\nFollow curriculum guidelines, organizes program of practical and technical instruction, including demonstrations of skills required in trade\nMaintain a strong instructional focus utilizing the elements of effective instruction\nCommunicate a high level of expectation to all students\nCommunicate clear learning goals to students\nAdapt instruction to meet the needs of all students\nDevelop lessons and lesson plans that address various learning styles\nSequence content at an appropriate pace\nUse appropriate level of questioning to promote understanding\nRelate lesson content to prior and future learning\nRequire students to summarize information in written and/or verbal form\nAppropriately recognize and reinforce individual student effort\nRepresent knowledge/information non-linguistically through a variety of methods\nOrganize students in cooperative or ability groups when appropriate\nRequire students to analyze and apply knowledge\nConduct ongoing assessments for learning\n\nPROVIDE EFFECTIVE CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT\nEffectively and consistently enforce rules and follow procedures\nRedirect students naturally and immediately without disrupting others\nBe well-organized and have all materials, equipment, etc., ready for immediate use\nCarry out smooth and effective transitions (e.g., from one activity to another, as students enter and leave the classroom)\nEstablish appropriate classroom rules and procedures that are clearly understood by all students\n\nPROFESSIONAL GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT\nParticipate in Professional growth opportunities and demonstrate professionalism\nParticipate in professional and/or community organizations or events\nComplete routine assigned tasks and comply with DOL/HLS requirements\nCommunicate effectively and professionally with colleagues, stakeholders and students\n\nMonitors Student’s Behavior: Ensures proper conduct of students in all areas. Assists staff with behavior problems coordinating referrals to PBSO as required. Creates methods and programs to motivate constructive student behavior. Maintains awareness of the individual needs of various minority and cultural groups. Monitors accountability process.\n\nDevelops Students: Establishes high level of mutual trust and support with others. Expresses positive expectations of others, even in difficult situations. Creates a learning atmosphere. Reassures and encourages performance improvement. Provides timely coaching. Identifies successes and areas of improvement. Participates on a center committee.\n\nTeamwork: Builds pride and commitment though effective teamwork and collaboration. Adheres to established company policies and procedures and supports all programs.\nMakes effective use of time, materials, and resources by planning, scheduling and organizing work. Communicates in an open and honest manner.\n\nDemonstrates excellent decision-making and problem-solving skills: Anticipates and resolves problems, demonstrating good judgment.\n\nModeling, Mentoring and Monitoring: Demonstrates on-going commitment to preparing young people for the workforce by modeling, mentoring and monitoring excellence in the eight Career Success Standards of: workplace relationships and ethics;, information management, communications, multicultural awareness, personal growth and development, career and personal planning, interpersonal skills; and, independent living.\n\nCareer Management Team (CMT): Members contribute to the success of students by actively participating in the CMT process. The CMT is responsible for students’ successful matriculation through the Job Corps program, beginning in Career Preparation Phase (CPP) and continuing throughout Career Transition Phase (CTP). In the Career Development Phase (CDP) the CMT supports students as they earn, TABE gains, HSE/HSD, certifications, and trade completions. When students move to CTP and separate from the program, the CMT supports graduates in placement within 12 months. Former enrollees receive placement services within 3 months. Both have 15 months for the Q2/Q4 post placement survey. CMT is responsible to ensure that the following areas are supported within each CMT: OMS Report Card, CTT OMS, Projected Separations, High School Equivalency, CTT completion, CTT Industry Credential, Literacy and Numeracy TABE, Evaluation of Student Progress, MyPACE, PAR, WBL, Career Transitions Readiness, CSS, Employability Skills, Contextual Learning, Career Transitions/Career.\n\nWorkplace Standards: Maintains required certifications and/or licenses including a valid driver’s license and insurance when required by position. Does not engage in activities other than official business during working hours. Reports significant/major incidents or accidents. Cooperates in external/internal investigations as requested. Completes PRH, Corporate and Center training as required and demonstrates competencies accordingly. Complies with DOL, Corporate and Center guidelines.\n\nCredentials:\nEducation and\nExperience\n\nMust possess High School Diploma or equivalency.\n\nCertifications,\nLicenses, Registration\n\nValid state driver’s license;; CPR/First Aid certifications\n\nPhysical Demand\n\nThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly\nrequired to talk and listen, sit, stand, and walk;; to reach with\n\nhands, arms, as well as use hands to finger, handle or feel, to taste and smell. The employee must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision capabilities required by this job include; close, distance and peripheral vision.\n\nLanguage Skills\n\nAbility to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and government regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers and the general\npublic.\n\nReasoning Ability\n\nAbility to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule\nform.\n\nWork Environment\n\nThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of what employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level can vary from moderate to loud. All staff will be held accountable for establishing, developing, and maintaining a safe work\nenvironment.\n\nThis job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position.\nEmployees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person\nauthorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are\nsubject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will\npossess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum\nlevels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an at will\nrelationship.\n\nHuman Learning Systems, LLC, (HLS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate because of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran’s status, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. HLS also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws.","company":"Human Learning Systems","rawCompany":"human learning systems","city":"Grand Rapids","state":"MI","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-06-26T02:50:14.627Z","occupations":[{"code":"25-2032.00","title":"Career/Technical Education Teachers, Secondary School","slug":"career-technical-education-teachers-secondary-school"},{"code":"25-1194.00","title":"Career/Technical Education Teachers, Postsecondary","slug":"career-technical-education-teachers-postsecondary"},{"code":"21-1012.00","title":"Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors","slug":"educational-guidance-and-career-counselors-and-advisors"}],"industries":[{"code":"611710","title":"Educational Support Services","slug":"educational-support-services"},{"code":"611699","title":"All Other Miscellaneous Schools and Instruction","slug":"all-other-miscellaneous-schools-and-instruction"},{"code":"611110","title":"Elementary and Secondary Schools","slug":"elementary-and-secondary-schools"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"CPP Specialist","description":"CAREER PREPARATION PERIOD SPECIALIST\nPosition Title: Career Preparation Specialist\nFLSA: Exempt\n\nThe Career Preparation Period Specialist position provides instructional support for a U.S Department of Labor Job Corps contractor, Human Learning Systems. The Job Corps program is a federally funded residential training program. Job Corps’ mission is to educate and train youth ages 16 -24 for successful careers in the nation’s fastest-growing industries.\nSummary of Duties: The Career Preparation Period Specialist provides instruction during the Career Preparation Phase of enrollment. Assists students in becoming acclimated to the Job Corps Program and the Center. Works with the team members to assist students in gaining employability skills. Puts into place all systems necessary to meet any special needs a student might have. Establishes a high degree of student/instructor rapport. Records daily attendance in the Center Information System (CIS). Coordinates enrollment requirements in conjunction with the Career Counselor to meet Department of Labor (DOL) requirement of CPP.\n\nDescription of Duties:\nDevelops effective student educational experiences that engage and stimulate student learning.\nAdequately prepares for instruction. Integrates math, reading, and writing concepts with employability, and Career Success Standards skills with lesson planning.\nDevelops and implements curriculum and training outlines necessary to attain student, Center and DOL goals.\nUtilizes Job Corps guidelines and subject course guides.\nHas an accurate syllabus for the course and completes lesson plans as required?\nCreates and maintains training records for each subject area.\nConducts classes that explain test preparation and study skills.\nConducts assessments to determine areas of strength and difficulty, using this information to prescribes individual plans.\nIdentifies appropriate materials.\nDesigns instruction to meet individual student needs.\nDevelops and implements Career Success Standard projects.\nMeets with academic and career technical training instructors to identify required skills that can be taught and reinforced with applying technical skills in an academic setting and in technical instruction.\nDevelops and implements applied academic projects.\nIdentifies students personal and academic issues so that the appropriate support can be provided.\nAdministers an accommodations assessment.\nDetermines career development readiness and determines barriers to career transition and documents these as appropriate.\nSubmits ESPs in a timely manner, documents student progress.\nRecords daily attendance.\nAdministers accurate completion of the training records and course guides.\nDocuments each progress in case notes. Maintains curriculum necessary to attain goals.\nPrepares lesson plans at least two weeks in advance.\nSubmits necessary schedule change information.\nDocuments and distributes CPAR in the CPP/MYPACE phase of the program as necessary. Ensures and documents contact with parents of minors as necessary into the CIS System as a case note in the RAP format.\nEngage in job search and preparation (resume writing, emailing inquiries, etc).\nRequisitions consumable supplies (e.g., paper, ribbons, toner cartridges, etc.).\nPrepares/maintains accurate records both electronically and manually.\nHelps students understand program objectives and performance standards.\nHelps students identify and make use of supplemental instructional/media resources.\nEncourages self-reliance, problem-solving, critical-thinking, creativity, and performance skills.\nCollaborates with other staff to gather information to ensure that all student’s needs, concerns, challenges, and career plans are met.\nShares knowledge and resources beneficial to the enhancement of student learning.\nEvaluates student performance in a timely manner as outlined in the (SOP) Standard Operation Procedure.\nConsults with counseling staff as needed (e.g., phone calls, E-mail, written notes, meetings, etc.).\nInspects classroom equipment to ensure that it is ready when needed.\nPerforms preventive maintenance and safety checks, provides routine cleaning of equipment, classroom, and all spaces according to the Covid-19 guidelines.\nIncrease critical thinking, analysis, and problem-solving skills of students.\nProvide guidance and structure for self-directed and life-long learning.\nMotivate students to actively participate and engage in learning.\nBe able to impart real-world scenarios to the application of classroom content and objectives.\nProduce and instruct high-quality, well-prepared classes where learning is promoted students enjoy the learning process.\nEnsure students’ technical skills meet the needs of Work-based learning partners and job placement requirements.\nUses problem-solving techniques to address and resolve concerns.\nPROVIDE EFFECTIVE INSTRUCTION\nFollow curriculum guidelines, organizes program of practical and technical instruction, including demonstrations of skills required in trade\nMaintain a strong instructional focus utilizing the elements of effective instruction\nCommunicate a high level of expectation to all students\nCommunicate clear learning goals to students\nAdapt instruction to meet the needs of all students\nDevelop lessons and lesson plans that address various learning styles\nSequence content at an appropriate pace\nUse appropriate level of questioning to promote understanding\nRelate lesson content to prior and future learning\nRequire students to summarize information in written and/or verbal form\nAppropriately recognize and reinforce individual student effort\nRepresent knowledge/information non-linguistically through a variety of methods\nOrganize students in cooperative or ability groups when appropriate\nRequire students to analyze and apply knowledge\nConduct ongoing assessments for learning\n\nPROVIDE EFFECTIVE CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT\nEffectively and consistently enforce rules and follow procedures\nRedirect students naturally and immediately without disrupting others\nBe well-organized and have all materials, equipment, etc., ready for immediate use\nCarry out smooth and effective transitions (e.g., from one activity to another, as students enter and leave the classroom)\nEstablish appropriate classroom rules and procedures that are clearly understood by all students\n\nPROFESSIONAL GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT\nParticipate in Professional growth opportunities and demonstrate professionalism\nParticipate in professional and/or community organizations or events\nComplete routine assigned tasks and comply with DOL/HLS requirements\nCommunicate effectively and professionally with colleagues, stakeholders and students\n\nMonitors Student’s Behavior: Ensures proper conduct of students in all areas. Assists staff with behavior problems coordinating referrals to PBSO as required. Creates methods and programs to motivate constructive student behavior. Maintains awareness of the individual needs of various minority and cultural groups. Monitors accountability process.\n\nDevelops Students: Establishes high level of mutual trust and support with others. Expresses positive expectations of others, even in difficult situations. Creates a learning atmosphere. Reassures and encourages performance improvement. Provides timely coaching. Identifies successes and areas of improvement. Participates on a center committee.\n\nTeamwork: Builds pride and commitment though effective teamwork and collaboration. Adheres to established company policies and procedures and supports all programs.\nMakes effective use of time, materials, and resources by planning, scheduling and organizing work. Communicates in an open and honest manner.\n\nDemonstrates excellent decision-making and problem-solving skills: Anticipates and resolves problems, demonstrating good judgment.\n\nModeling, Mentoring and Monitoring: Demonstrates on-going commitment to preparing young people for the workforce by modeling, mentoring and monitoring excellence in the eight Career Success Standards of: workplace relationships and ethics;, information management, communications, multicultural awareness, personal growth and development, career and personal planning, interpersonal skills; and, independent living.\n\nCareer Management Team (CMT): Members contribute to the success of students by actively participating in the CMT process. The CMT is responsible for students’ successful matriculation through the Job Corps program, beginning in Career Preparation Phase (CPP) and continuing throughout Career Transition Phase (CTP). In the Career Development Phase (CDP) the CMT supports students as they earn, TABE gains, HSE/HSD, certifications, and trade completions. When students move to CTP and separate from the program, the CMT supports graduates in placement within 12 months. Former enrollees receive placement services within 3 months. Both have 15 months for the Q2/Q4 post placement survey. CMT is responsible to ensure that the following areas are supported within each CMT: OMS Report Card, CTT OMS, Projected Separations, High School Equivalency, CTT completion, CTT Industry Credential, Literacy and Numeracy TABE, Evaluation of Student Progress, MyPACE, PAR, WBL, Career Transitions Readiness, CSS, Employability Skills, Contextual Learning, Career Transitions/Career.\n\nWorkplace Standards: Maintains required certifications and/or licenses including a valid driver’s license and insurance when required by position. Does not engage in activities other than official business during working hours. Reports significant/major incidents or accidents. Cooperates in external/internal investigations as requested. Completes PRH, Corporate and Center training as required and demonstrates competencies accordingly. Complies with DOL, Corporate and Center guidelines.\n\nCredentials:\nEducation and\nExperience\n\nMust possess High School Diploma or equivalency.\n\nCertifications,\nLicenses, Registration\n\nValid state driver’s license;; CPR/First Aid certifications\n\nPhysical Demand\n\nThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly\nrequired to talk and listen, sit, stand, and walk;; to reach with\n\nhands, arms, as well as use hands to finger, handle or feel, to taste and smell. The employee must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision capabilities required by this job include; close, distance and peripheral vision.\n\nLanguage Skills\n\nAbility to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and government regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers and the general\npublic.\n\nReasoning Ability\n\nAbility to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule\nform.\n\nWork Environment\n\nThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of what employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level can vary from moderate to loud. All staff will be held accountable for establishing, developing, and maintaining a safe work\nenvironment.\n\nThis job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position.\nEmployees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person\nauthorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are\nsubject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will\npossess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum\nlevels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an at will\nrelationship.\n\nHuman Learning Systems, LLC, (HLS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate because of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran’s status, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. HLS also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws.","datePosted":"2026-06-26T02:50:14.627Z","dateModified":"2026-06-26T02:50:14.627Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Human Learning Systems","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Grand Rapids","addressRegion":"MI","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"8c1eaf13e67498e85d493d15"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/8c1eaf13e67498e85d493d15"}}