Vocational Assistant: Building Futures

Job DetailsJob Location: Loudoun Jobsite - Leesburg, VA 20176Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $29,000.00 - $45,000.00Job Category: EducationTitle: Vocational Assistant (Building Trades) Position Type: Full-time Location: Leesburg, Virginia What we do and offer our team: PHILLIPS PROGRAMS Schools is a private special education day school serving students with emotional and behavioral needs. PHILLIPS has a unique approach to special education, providing a place of relationship and belonging where students are accepted and treated with compassion and respect. We offer our employees competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package, opportunities for professional growth, and a warm, collaborative environment that lives our values. In addition, our staff are eligible for the Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Program. What the Vocational Assistant does: The Vocational Assistant supports instruction within the building trades program, working closely with the Vocational Instructor and campus team to provide hands-on learning experiences for high school students. The Vocational Assistant assists in any of the following: Assists the vocational instructor with delivering instruction in building trades and hands-on project work Supervises high school students during classroom and project-based activities to ensure safety and engagement Supports students in developing vocational, functional, and workplace readiness skills Assists with classroom organization, setup, and daily instructional support as needed Collaborates with teachers, assistant teachers, and related staff to support student learning and behavior Helps facilitate student participation in jobsite and campus-based vocational activities Maintains communication with staff and community contacts as appropriate Assists with general program operations and building-related activities Attends meetings, trainings, and professional development as requested Performs other duties as assigned What the Vocational Assistant brings to the team: Bachelor’s Degree preferred Experience working with students/children, preferably in a school or special education setting Interest or experience in construction, building trades, or vocational training preferred Ability to supervise and engage high school students in structured, hands-on environments Strong teamwork and communication skills Willingness to support a collaborative, student-centered program