Auto Tech Program Specialist

MISSION

Our mission is to support strong children, strong families, and strong communities.

VISION

At Martha’s Table, we believe that every Washingtonian deserves the opportunity to stay and thrive.

ABOUT MARTHA’S TABLE

At Martha’s Table, we believe that every Washingtonian deserves the opportunity to thrive. For over forty years, we have worked to support strong children, strong families, and strong communities by increasing access to quality education, health and wellness, and family resources.

Together, we are “One MT.” This means we work across all three of our locations to support our shared mission. In all that we do, we exemplify our four core values of respect, compassion, teamwork, and accountability. These values -- and our commitment to “the MT Experience” -- guide how we engage with the communities we stand alongside and how we work together as a team. When you come to Martha’s Table -- as a guest or as a team member -- you are valued and you deserve our very best.

In order to be the best version of MT, we are deeply committed to equitable practices. We apply the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion in providing programming and services; in creating our Board; in partnerships and procurement; and in hiring, training, and advancing our team members.

We invest in our team members’ personal and professional goals through our “STEP” program, which includes tuition for continuing education, certifications, and professional development; funding to unlock financially held transcripts; and flexible leave options.

POSITION OVERVIEW

To lead the facilitation of the virtual reality component of the Automotive Technician program, providing direct student facilitation, student support and guidance, conduct analysis of academic data, develop and review lesson plans, supporting implementation of program improvements, and assisting with other program logistics, as required.

POSITION DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Facilitate class sessions on a recurring basis with a focus on supporting students navigate software, troubleshoot hardware or software issues, provide supplemental instruction that supports student matriculation and maintain classroom environment.
• Review and analyze student progress data, interpret results for students and provide instruction on how to navigate tasks.
• Collaborate with the program team to research, develop and facilitate subject matter information that deepens student learning and enriches the overall experience.
• Meet with students on a recurring basis in group or 1:1 settings to provide guidance, support and instruction.
• Support the creation of and review lesson plans throughout the course to identify opportunities to enhance the learning environment.
• Provide feedback to program partner, Vehicles for Change, on opportunities to improve or refine program software.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, AND SKILLS REQUIREMENTS

• Passion for teaching and developing student learners by facilitating a structured program of study
• Educational program management, to include program design and improvement, curriculum and lesson plan development
• Proficiency in using e-learning or virtual reality platforms to facilitate programs.
• Ability to effectively communicate technical information to students
• Experience providing academic interventions to support students navigate difficulties
• Proficient interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written)

EDUCATION AND TRAINING REQUIREMENTS

• At least 1 year of experience facilitating training via virtual or e-learning platforms using virtual reality headsets or similar equipment. Practical hands-on workforce experience via formal (i.e. paid teaching experience) or informal experience (i.e. training colleagues or peers).
• Formal training in teaching preferred
• Automotive technology training certified by the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) that aligns with the credentials students can earn via the program (Maintenance and Light Repair, Brakes/Tires, and Steering and Suspension preferred

WORKING CONDITIONS

Limited physical activity, requiring limited movement. The work environment is predominantly in an office setting but will be outside on occasions. Work will sometimes require working non-traditional hours and on occasional weekends.

COVID-19

Martha's Table requires all team members to have:

• 2 doses of either Pfizer or Moderna administered before April 18, 2023;
• 1 dose of Johnson & Johnson's Janssen administered before May 22, 2023;
• 2 doses of Novavax COVID-19 vaccine, Adjuvinated; or
• 1 updated dose of either Pfizer or Moderna administered after April 18, 2023

Martha's Table will consider waiving the vaccination requirement for:

• Candidates who object in good faith and in writing, pursuant to procedures established by the City Administrator or his/her designee, that the employee's vaccination would violate their sincerely held religious beliefs; and
• Candidates who have obtained and submitted written certification from a physician or other licensed health professional who may order an immunization, that being vaccinated for COVID-19 is medically inadvisable because of the employee's medical condition.

Marha's Table is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants who are unable to be vaccinated for religious or medical reasons should contact Human Resources (hr@marthastable.org) as soon as possible to engage in the interactive process and explore what, if any, reasonable accommodations Martha's Table is able to offer.

This position requires the completion of a satisfactory background check. Martha's table is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment of any kind. Martha's table is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for the employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion or belief, age, sex (including pregnancy), national, social or ethnic origin, disability status, HIV status, family medical history or genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, family or parental status or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Martha's table will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at 202-328-6608 or via e-mail at hr@marthastable.org.

Benefits include:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Generous PTO Policy
• Tuition Assistance (STEP Program)
• Life Insurance & Disability
• 403b
• Voluntary Benefits