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Our ideal candidate

You are a committed professional with a nurturing and patient demeanor who enjoys working with children and young adults in need of specialized assistance. You are a team player who listens well and contributes to a positive and efficient work environment on behalf of colleagues, students, families, and the community. You represent the Santa Barbara County Education Office with integrity and professionalism.

General description

Assists teachers and staff in providing cognitive, instructional, therapeutic, and/or medical support to students with varying levels of physical, intellectual, and developmental disabilities, learning disabilities, multiple disabilities, emotional disturbance, and/or severe orthopedic, visual, or hearing impairments.

Specific duties and responsibilities

• Provides cognitive, instructional, therapeutic, medical, and/or social instructional assistance to individuals or small groups of students with disabilities.
• Works directly with individuals or small groups of students to execute individual lesson plans and alternative strategies for maximizing learning experiences.
• Interprets individualized education plans and teacher instructions.
• Assists students during classroom activities, lunch, physical education, while being transported to and from school activities, and all other school activities.
• Feeds students, dispenses medicines, and assists with personal hygiene.
• May perform suctioning, oral stimulation, and replenishment of catheterized devices.
• Assists students with development and reinforcement of life skills such as, but not limited to, purchasing and preparing food, negotiating transportation between school and home, work, and community-based services.
• Assists teachers by setting up work areas, and preparing motivational, decorative, and instructional materials.
• Prepares and may develop age-, grade-, and developmentally-appropriate instructional aids and activities to support the curriculum being taught.
• Confers with teachers, specialists and parents to develop and evaluate individual and group educational goals and objectives.
• Assists with implementation of special programs.
• Administers assessment instruments, scores objective tests and written papers, and keeps appropriate records for teachers, including those on computerized student information and grading systems.
• Monitors classroom activities when a teacher is absent from the classroom.
• Accompanies students going from one location to another.
• Observes, monitors, and controls behavior of students within approved procedures.
• Develops and uses incentives as positive reinforcement.
• Maintains constant supervision of children.
• Assesses the need for, and uses appropriate discipline in accordance with grade level and student's ability to understand and learn from discipline.
• Reports student academic, life skill, and behavior progress and performance to teachers.
• Documents student progress by correcting assignments, administering and scoring criterion referenced tests, recording and charting test scores and curriculum-based measurements.
• Confers as needed with teachers, resource staff, and other school staff concerning programs and materials to meet student needs.
• Alerts teacher to any special problems or information concerning students in assigned program.
• Assists program administrative staff with the preparation and presentation of in service training sessions.
• Assists in organizing and participates in meetings to share information about programs available to students.
• Assists students with developing independent travel and mobility skills, community-based vocational training, and preparation for ongoing employment.
• May coordinate services with job coaching or vocational advisors.
• Assures student safety.
• Places students in wheelchairs, standers, wedges and other equipment or devices that enhance mobility.
• Helps or places students onto buses, therapeutic tables, and toilets.
• Assists students by offering proper examples, emotional support, patience, and friendly attitude, without becoming emotionally attached.
• Prepares and maintains a variety of files and records for classroom or assigned program.
• Performs other duties as assigned that support the overall objective of the position.

Education: Possession of a high school diploma and passing score on a rigorous assessment examination demonstrating knowledge and ability to assist with instructing children/students in reading, writing, and mathematics; 48 or more semester units of higher education will substitute for the competency assessment exam.

Experience: Six months of work, volunteer, or personal experience providing care or instruction to infants or children, or to children or adults with disabilities, is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledgeof:

• the principles and practices of age-appropriate child development and guidance applicable to special education setting dealing with severe emotional, physical, and learning challenges.
• the subjects taught in the County's school districts, including arithmetic, grammar, spelling, language and reading, with sufficient competency to assist students with individual or group studies.
• teaching and instruction methods.
• basic clerical and record-keeping processes.
• Special programs available to students.

Skill in:

• using personal computers, audiovisual, and other equipment to support learning, record information, and send communications.
• working productively and cooperatively with teachers, students, and parents in formal and informal settings,

Ability to:

• assist teaching staff with implementation of instructional goals and activities, and special needs of students with severe handicaps.
• assess the needs of individual students and develop instructional support techniques and materials to meet those needs.
• interact with teachers, parents, and specialists in order to carry out assigned duties.
• oversee students, administer assignments and tests, and perform general clerical tasks.
• assist students with developing independence and self-help skills.
• make formal presentations to classes, individuals, and small groups of students and assist with demonstrations of assigned subject matter to classroom-sized groups.
• relate positively to students in a teaching/learning environment in a way that builds confidence, recognizes and works on learning disabilities and barriers.
• exercise patience when conveying information to students having difficulty with verbal and written communications
• demonstrate sensitivity to the special needs of students.

Some positions in this classification may require proficiency in a language other than English or basic competency in sign language.

Licenses and certificates

• May require a valid First Aid card and/or certification in Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI).

Some positions in this classification may require:

• Valid California Class C Driver's License and insurance coverage as required by law.
• Enrollment in the California Department of Motor Vehicles Government Employer Pull Notice Program as a condition of employment.

Working conditions

Work is performed indoors and outdoors with some exposure to health and safety considerations from physical labor and exposure to body fluids.

Physical abilities

Requires the ability to perform indoors in a classroom/laboratory environment engaged in work of a moderately active nature. Requires near visual acuity to read and write printed materials and computer screens. Requires hearing and speech ability for ordinary and telephonic conversation, to speak to groups, and to hear sound prompts from equipment. Requires ambulatory ability to move about office, classroom/laboratory, and school grounds, to tutor, assist with presentations, and reach work materials. Requires sufficient manual and finger dexterity to demonstrate teaching aids, to point out important words/figures to students, and to operate personal computers. Requires the ability to lift, carry, push, and move supplies, fixtures, wheelchairs, etc., of light-to-medium weight (under 50 pounds) on a regular basis, and heavy weight (under 75 pounds) without labor saving equipment on an intermittent basis.

Substitutes whose education and/or experience substantially exceeds the
minimum qualifications for the classification may be placed at a higher step in
range (up to Step E), upon approval of the hiring department.

RECRUITMENT INFORMATION:

* All applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be invited to participate in the process for the position.

* If you require an accommodation for any step of the application and selection process, please notify Human Resources as soon as possible.

Non-Discrimination Policy Statement

For purposes of this policy, employees include job applicants, interns, volunteers, and persons who contracted with SBCEO to provide services, as applicable.

No SBCEO employee shall be discriminated against or harassed by any coworker, supervisor, manager, or other person with whom the employee comes in contact in the course of employment, on the basis of the employee's actual or perceived race, color, ancestry, national origin, age, religious creed, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran or military status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.

SBCEO prohibits discrimination against employees on the basis of reproductive health decision making, defined as a person's decision to use or access a particular drug, device, product, or medical service for reproductive health.

SBCEO does not discriminate against employees on the basis of immigration status, unless there is clear and convincing evidence that SBCEO is required to do so in order to comply with federal immigration law.

NuSil (a part of Avantor) is seeking a dedicated and goal oriented Sales Representative (Remote, MN) to join our team.

The Sales Representative is a growth-focused role responsible for driving new business acquisition and expanding NuSil's presence in the medical device industry within an assigned territory.

This role emphasizes hunting, consultative selling, and business development, while also growing strategic relationships with existing customers.

You will have the opportunity to manage the full sales cycle-from prospecting through close-by identifying customer needs, positioning NuSil's value proposition, and delivering solution-based offerings that drive revenue growth.

** Location: This position operates remotely, from a home office. (Must reside in MN, preferably Minneapolis area).

** Travel: 30-50% travel to customer sites, trade shows, and industry events. Customer sites will be located in the Midwest, New England and Canada areas. Must be able to travel by car and air as required.

How you will thrive and create an impact:

• Own revenue performance for an assigned territory, consistently achieving or exceeding sales and growth targets.
• Drive new customer acquisition through active prospecting, lead generation, inbound lead responsiveness, and pipeline management across assigned markets and territory.
• Own and execute the full sales cycle, including discovery, proposal development, presentations, negotiations, and closing.
• Develop and maintain a robust sales pipeline using CRM and digital prospecting tools (e.g., Salesforce, LinkedIn Sales Navigator).
• Sell consultatively by identifying customer needs, technical requirements, and application challenges; recommend NuSil solutions aligned to customer R&D, production, and quality requirements.
• Develop and execute territory and account growth plans focused on revenue expansion, new opportunities, and sales metrics attainment.
• Establish accurate forecasts and deliver annual revenue targets, including targeted growth from new business.
• Position and promote NuSil's broad product portfolio and solutions across multiple applications and market segments.
• Expand NuSil's footprint within existing accounts by identifying cross-sell and upsell opportunities aligned with evolving customer needs.
• Build and sustain strong relationships with key decision-makers and influencers.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Sales Management, Marketing, Research & Development, Product Management, Planning and Operations to support opportunity development and execution.
• Represent NuSil at customer sites, industry events, and trade shows to build brand awareness and generate new leads.
• Continuously monitor market trends, competitive activity, and customer feedback to refine sales strategies.
• Serve as a voice of the customer by communicating application requirements, market trends, and competitive insights to internal teams.
• Maintain high standards of professionalism, responsiveness, and customer satisfaction while prioritizing growth-oriented activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What we're looking for:

• Education:
• Bachelor's degree preferred in science, engineering, business, and/or equivalent applicable experience.
• Experience:
• 5+ years of B2B sales experience in a consultative, solution-based selling environment.
• Proven track record of new business development and growth achievement.
• Demonstrated success prospecting, closing, and growing revenue in technical or complex selling environments.
• Experience selling into technical, scientific, manufacturing, medical device, aerospace, or advanced materials markets strongly preferred.
• Additional Qualifications:

• Strong commercial mindset, growth oriented, with the ability to prospect, open doors, and close new business.

• Ability to engage and influence business owners, engineers, technical leaders, and executive decision-makers.

• Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.

• Strong analytical and strategic selling capabilities within complex customer organizations.

• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and prioritize high-impact activities within a territory.

• Proficiency with CRM systems ( ) and digital/social selling tools.

• Comfort translating technical information into clear business value propositions.

• Ability to manage multiple opportunities simultaneously in a fast-paced, results-driven environment.

ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL EFFORT:

Typically works in a home office environment with extensive regional travel to customer locations.

Work assignments are diversified. Examples of past precedent are used to resolve work problems. New alternatives may be developed to resolve problems.
A frequent volume of work and deadlines impose strain on routine basis.
Minimal physical effort is required. Work is mostly sedentary but does require walking, standing, bending, reaching, lifting or carrying objects that typically weigh less than 10 lbs.

Disclaimer:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Why Avantor?

Dare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science.

The work we do changes people's lives for the better. It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle. It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom's voice for the first time. Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents, learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor.

We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success. At Avantor, dare to go further and see how the impact of your contributions set science in motion to create a better world. Apply today!

Pay Transparency:

The expected pre-tax pay for this position is

This reflects base salary.

This position is subject to incentive compensation, where the expected pre-tax Target Cash Opportunity ("TCO") for this position is based on the achieved sales and in the amount/range of,

Actual Pay may differ depending on relevant factors such as prior experience and eligible geographic location.

TCO is defined as Base Salary + Target Sales Incentive (Sales Incentive eligible role only).

EEO Statement:

We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/province, or local law.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

For more information about equal employment opportunity protections, please view the Know Your Rights poster.

3rd Party Non-Solicitation Policy:

By submitting candidates without having been formally assigned on and contracted for a specific job requisition by Avantor, or by failing to comply with the Avantor recruitment process, you forfeit any fee on the submitted candidates, regardless of your usual terms and conditions. Avantor works with a preferred supplier list and will take the initiative to engage with recruitment agencies based on its needs and will not be accepting any form of solicitation.

Avantor offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage, wellness programs, health savings and flexible spending accounts, a 401(k) plan with company match, and an employee stock purchase program. Employees also receive 11 paid holidays, accrue 18 PTO days annually, are eligible for volunteer time off and 6 weeks of 100% paid parental leave (except in states that offer paid family leave). These benefits may not apply to employees covered by a collective bargaining agreement or those subject to other eligibility rules.

OFFICIAL JOB TITLE: Staff Associate, Workers' Education Program

DIVISION: Academic Affairs

DEPARTMENT: Workers' Education Program

BARGAINING UNIT STATUS: none

FLSA STATUS: Exempt

FUNDING SOURCE: Grant-funded

REPORTS TO: Director of Workers' Education Program.

SHIFT/SCHEDULE:Monday through Thursday, 5:00 pm - 8:30 pm

HOURLY RATE: $17.00/hour

SUMMARY PURPOSE OF POSITION: The Staff Associate for the Workers' Education Program performs a variety of tasks related to the coordination of services for the adult basic education program. The contract period is through June 30, 2026, with possible renewal September 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027.

EXAMPLES OF PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

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• Conduct Student Orientations and Returning Student Registrations.
  
• Provide information and make appropriate referrals regarding WEP, other adult education programs, and local social service agencies to prospective and current students.
  
• Advise and assist students with forms and applications related to education and social services.
  
• Provide information to students, instructors, and others as requested about WEP policies and procedures.
  
• Maintain program waiting lists (Active, Inactive, and SMARTT) using WEP processes.
  
• Schedule Placement Tests and Student Orientations.
  
• Prepare materials for Assessments, Student Orientations, and Returning Student Registrations.
  
• Serve as substitute teacher as needed.
  
• Assist with program publicity, recruitment, and maintenance of web site.
  
• Perform clerical duties such as answering telephone, taking messages, and routing mail.
  
• Process, monitor, and maintain all office, student, and instructor books, materials, and supplies.
  
• Prepare reports for Director and Instructors
  
• Work on special projects for the Director,
  
• Participate in professional development opportunities.
  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION: Bachelor's Degree in Education or related field.

EXPERIENCE: Experience working with the adult learner population.

OTHER: Computer literacy.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

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• Fluent in Spanish or Portuguese.
  
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  
• Excellent interpersonal, cross cultural, and organizational skills.
  

Applicants must be authorized for employment in the U.S. on a full-time basis. Employment-based visa sponsorship is not available.

To apply please submit a letter of interest, a current resume and the contact information for three professional references.

The review of applications will be ongoing until the position is filled.