Hybrid Pre-Apprenticeship Technical Trainer (seasonal) na Junior Achievement of South Florida

Position Overview

Job Title: Pre-Apprenticeship Technical Trainer (seasonal)📍 Location: Coconut Creek, FL 33066🕒 Schedule: Hours will vary, up to 40 hours/week; M-F 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM.

🕒 Some evening and weekend hours are required.

💰 Pay: $38/hour📄 Position Type: Full-time | Seasonal

This is an In-Office position with some local travel required in Broward and south Palm Beach.

Why Join Junior Achievement of South Florida?

Junior Achievement of South Florida (JA) empowers our youth with the knowledge, ability, and confidence to navigate their futures, drive our economy and lead our community. We are looking for individuals who are passionate not only to our mission, but also about being part of the innovative and energetic culture at JA.

JA provides real-world training in financial literacy including budgeting, spending, investing and the use of credit; offers cutting-edge skill-building opportunities that enable young people to explore meaningful, productive careers; teaches students how to start businesses; and introduces entrepreneurial values that strengthen workplaces. Last year, with the help of over 7,100 trained corporate and community volunteers, JA delivered over 20 various programs to almost 50,000 students in classrooms throughout Broward and south Palm Beach counties and at JA World Huizenga Center at the Lillian S. Wells Pavilion, a first-class facility housing JA BizTown and JA Finance Park.

For more information about Junior Achievement of South Florida, visit www.JASouthFlorida.org. Follow JA on social media @jasouthflorida.

What We Offer:

✅ Work Environment – Innovative and energetic culture!✅ Growth Opportunities – Professional development assistance

Your Role as Pre-Apprenticeship Technical Trainer:

As Pre-Apprenticeship Technical Trainer, you will be part of the JA Pre-Apprenticeship team which trains High School seniors and recent High School graduates for success by providing a work-based learning experience to fast track their careers. The Technical Trainer will work with the Pre-Apprenticeship Program Director, Program Manager, Student Success Coach and Business Engagement Manager to serve approximately 300 students in this program which currently focuses on construction, marine services, and water management careers.

This is a temporary position available through September 2025, although there may be additional opportunities after September 2025.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop and oversee industry-specific training schedules tailored to pre-apprenticeship pathways (construction, marine services, and water management).
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date training records for all participants.
• Design and implement innovative training methods that enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
• Collaborate with employers, industry experts, and program staff to ensure training content aligns with current workforce demands.
• Manage and maintain training equipment and materials to support hands-on learning.
• Integrate experiential learning opportunities into the curriculum, including simulations, labs, and real-world scenarios.
• Support the planning and execution of program competitions, showcases, and related events.
• Monitor and evaluate training effectiveness, making adjustments as needed to improve outcomes.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

✔ To thrive in this role, you’ll demonstrate:

• Strong understanding of workforce development and industry-specific training needs, specifically in the areas of construction, marine services, and water management.
• Ability to design and deliver engaging, hands-on technical training.
• Excellent organizational skills for managing schedules, records, and equipment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for working with students, employers, and partners.
• Proficiency in using digital tools and platforms for training delivery and recordkeeping.
• Ability to adapt training methods to diverse learning styles and environments.
• Collaborative mindset with a commitment to continuous improvement and innovation.

Along with the above, we would also expect you to have:

• An Associate’s degree or higher in education, workforce development, technical training, or a related field (Bachelor’s preferred) or technical certification.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in technical training, workforce development, or a related instructional role.
• Experience working with youth or in an educational setting is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with pre-apprenticeship or apprenticeship programs is a plus.

PLUS:

Incorporate all of JA's values:

• Commit to Growth: Embrace continuous learning and development to achieve personal and professional advancement.
• Deliver the Wow: Consistently exceed expectations and create remarkable experiences for customers, clients, and colleagues.
• Be bold, innovative, and creative: Foster a culture of daring exploration, original thinking, and imaginative problem-solving.
• Do it with passion: Approach tasks and challenges with enthusiasm, dedication, and a genuine love for what you do.
• Own your actions: Take responsibility for your decisions and outcomes and hold yourself accountable to high standards of integrity.
• Build awesome relationships: Cultivate strong, supportive connections with colleagues, clients, and stakeholders based on trust, respect, and collaboration.
• Bring fun & energy: Infuse positivity, enjoyment, and vitality into the workplace environment and interactions.
• Celebrate uniqueness: Value diversity in perspectives, backgrounds, and contributions, fostering an inclusive and supportive atmosphere.
• Drive and embrace change: Proactively seek opportunities for innovation and improvement, adapting positively to evolving circumstances and challenges.
• Be true, be you: Embrace authenticity, integrity, and honesty in all interactions, staying true to your values and identity.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting, walking, driving, and occasionally required to reach, bend, lift, or climb.
• Ability to lift and manage training equipment
• Ability to stand for extended periods during training sessions Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times.

Important Information:

🚨 Junior Achievement of South Florida participates in the federal government’s E-Verify program, which confirms employment authorization of all newly hired employees and most existing employees through an electronic database maintained by the Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security. For all new hires, the E-Verify process is completed in conjunction with the Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification on or before the first day of work. E-Verify is not used as a tool to pre-screen candidates. For up-to-date information on E-Verify, go to www.uscis.gov and click on 'E-Verify' located near the bottom of the page.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by law or regulation. It is our intention that all qualified applicants are given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.

📢 Apply Today!

If you believe that you are suited to this position, we would be very interested in hearing from you.

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