Academic and Career Readiness Coordinator

Academic And Career Readiness Coordinator

Sault Area Secondary School seeks a motivated, organized, and enthusiastic Academic And Career Readiness Coordinator - a critical role in our student's success in graduating and being prepared for post graduation success. The Academic And Career Readiness Coordinator collaborates with teachers, school leaders, and colleagues to utilize assessment data to help determine what a student needs to be college and career ready and to plan and implement career exploration and readiness programs that help students discover and prepare for future careers. Duties include working one-on-one with students to provide resources and guidance, collaborating with partner organizations to help students access external opportunities, facilitating career readiness and self-discovery lessons with classes, and helping coordinate and lead site visits and informational interviews with local businesses and professionals. Additional duties may include coordinating and executing community and family events, as well as communicating with families and stakeholders involved in those events.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university
• Belief and commitment to our mission, being a change agent, and a growth mindset that all students are capable of having a future plan regardless if it is to enlist, enroll, or employ
• Desire to build community partnerships to provide opportunities for students to discover their passions, explore careers, and begin preparation for success after high school
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record to occasionally drive students in Sault Schools's van(s) to/from career exploration opportunities, preferred
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to respond effectively to the needs of a diverse and demanding student and parent population
• Ability to effectively engage using a variety of platforms including, but not limited to, social media, text messaging, emails, and phone calls
• Experienced in Google platforms and Microsoft Office, preferred
• Sensitivity, openness, and approachability; ability to see and celebrate potential in every student
• Experience advocating for and motivating ALL students (especially low income and underrepresented youth) to success in all post-secondary environments
• Experience guiding students towards paths that fit their strengths and attributes.
• Skilled at fostering students' self-exploration of interests, abilities, values, and goals
• Entrepreneurial mindset and desire to take initiative in efforts to advocate for and provide students with unique learning experiences and opportunities
• Ability to lead and function in a fast-paced environment with a mature approach to challenges
• Possess strong leadership and collaborative skills, problem-solving ability, and excellent oral and written communication skill
• Work well in a team and communicate effectively with students, parents, teachers, advisors, and staff
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with faculty, staff, students, families, and the public
• Working knowledge of career technical programs, higher education systems and resources, and college and career readiness and preparation
• Ability to record and report on student data in a timely and consistent manner

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Academic Focus:

• Coordinate and execute a tutoring and academic support program for students
• Collaborate with counselors, administration, teachers, and intervention teams to identify and support students experiencing academic, attendance, behavioral, and/or postsecondary planning concerns through the MTSS process
• Participate in MTSS and student support meetings to monitor student progress and assist in implementing appropriate interventions and success plans
• Assist Student Services and school counselors with providing additional supports and resources for struggling students
• Collaborate with school teams to coordinate interventions designed to close achievement gaps and improve student engagement
• Utilize College Board and other student data platforms to support students and teachers with academic and career readiness planning
• Meet with students individually and in groups to identify strengths, interests, goals, and future opportunities
• Educate students, parents, and staff regarding college and career readiness resources, College Board access, and student growth opportunities
• Assist with connecting students and families to appropriate school and community supports and interventions
• Support implementation of individualized student success plans for students identified as at-risk

Parent Engagement:

• Coordinate and execute family engagement events
• Collaborate with the MCAN advisor, school counselors, Principal, Partnerships, school leadership, and relevant teachers to plan and execute student and family engagement events

Career Focus:

• Complete annual 1:1 Career Planning meetings with students to review Educational Development Plans (EDPs), career interests, and postsecondary goals
• Collaborate with counselors, the CTE Director, MCAN, administration, and instructional staff to coordinate a comprehensive college and career readiness program
• Ensure equitable access for all students to career exploration, work-based learning, CTE programming, dual enrollment, military, college, apprenticeship, and workforce opportunities
• Support staff and students in embedding transferable/employability (Portrait of a Graduate) skills into classroom instruction and student experiences
• Assist administration in the creation and execution of advisory committees for STEM, Humanities, Health, and VPAA pathways
• Develop, facilitate, and implement career seminars, career exploration activities, and employability lessons in collaboration with school staff and community partners
• Work with businesses, industries, colleges, nonprofits, and community organizations to coordinate informational sessions, fairs, job shadows, internships, and workplace learning experiences
• Recruit, prepare, and chaperone students participating in career exploration opportunities
• Serve as a resource for students, parents, and staff regarding career pathways, postsecondary planning, financial aid resources, and workforce readiness
• Collaborate with MCAN, counselors, and the CTE Center to support students pursuing skilled trades, apprenticeships, military service, college enrollment, and other postsecondary pathways
• Monitor and maintain student career readiness data, participation records, and postsecondary planning progress
• Assist with promoting CTE programs, certifications, and career pathway opportunities to students and families
• Ensure equitable access to career exploration, work-based learning, dual enrollment, CTE programming, military, college, apprenticeship, and workforce opportunities for all students
• Collaborate with the CTE Director, counselors, and administration to expand awareness of career pathways and increase student participation in career exploration opportunities
• Support students in identifying career interests and aligning coursework, extracurricular activities, and postsecondary plans with future goals

Overarching:

• Collaborate regularly with the CTE Director, school counselors, administration, and instructional staff to coordinate a comprehensive college and career readiness program
• Assist in promoting CTE programs, career pathways, certifications, and experiential learning opportunities to students and families
• Support transitions between high school coursework, CTE programs, dual enrollment, and postsecondary opportunities
• Student Monitoring/Data Responsibilities:
• Monitor and maintain student career readiness data, Educational Development Plans (EDPs), and postsecondary planning progress
• Utilize student achievement, attendance, behavior, and career interest data to support interventions and future planning
• Assist with tracking student participation in career exploration and work-based learning opportunities

Terms of Employment:

176-day position in accordance with the school calendar. Additional days as directed by the principal. 7:45 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. ( hour duty free lunch) 7.5 daily hours Wage: Range of $21.00 hourly - $25.00/hourly dependent on experience and degree status. Full Medical Benefits including dental, vision, LTD and life insurance, Paid Time Off, holidays.

The District:

We are proud to offer a diverse and enriching educational experience across our schools. Our district includes one Title I elementary school (K-5), the region's largest Title I middle school (grades 6-8), and the largest high school (grades 9-12) attached to a Career Center serving students in the Eastern Upper Peninsula. Our Title I Alternative High School provides a supportive environment for approximately 100 students, offering credit recovery and graduation options. With a dedicated staff of 126 teachers, 200 support staff, and 11 administrators, we serve 1,710 students with a budget of over $30 million. Our students consistently score above state and national averages on standardized tests, and we meet or exceed all State Board Guidelines on curriculum, graduation requirements, class ratios, and scholastic eligibility. We offer Advanced Placement courses in four disciplines and numerous opportunities for coursework at Lake Superior State University through Early/Middle College, dual enrollment, and concurrent enrollment programs. Our district is renowned for