Career Development Coordinator Middle School (25-26 SY) Position Available In Mecklenburg, North Carolina

Career Development Coordinator Middle School (25-26 SY) Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools – 3.6

Charlotte, NC Job Details Full-time Estimated:

$49.9K – $60.1K a year 1 day ago Qualifications Master of Counseling Curriculum development Teaching Certification Research Mid-level Microsoft Office Master’s degree Driver’s License Bachelor’s degree Working with middle schoolers Trade school Contracts Budgeting Communication skills Under 1 year Full Job Description General Definition of Work The career development coordinator middle school (CDC MS) , under moderate supervision, performs intermediate-level work with limited decision-making discretion supporting Career and Technical Education (CTE) and providing and coordinating career development services for students. Position works collaboratively with administrators, student services personnel, and teachers to ensure the delivery of career development services in assigned school(s). Responsible for facilitating linkages with parents, business/industry, postsecondary institutions, and community organizations to support students’ transition to post-secondary education and employment. This position will support middle schools and elementary schools (5th grade only). Employee performs school-level work to carry out Board of Education policies under the direction of the principal. Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Salary/Status Certified Schedule/Full-time, 10 months Reports To Principal Place of Work The normal place of work is on the premises used by Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools. Charlotte- Mecklenburg Schools reserves the right to require you to work at such other place(s) as it may reasonably require from time to time. Essential Functions Adhere to all state, federal, and local laws, policies, and procedures Adhere to the North Carolina Professional Teaching Standards Meet weekly, monthly, and annual accountability metrics set by the CTE department Plan, develop, coordinate, promote, and execute 5th-grade and middle school (5th- 8th) CTE career development services, career awareness, and exploration activities for assigned school(s) Research and provide career development, occupational, labor market, non-traditional career, and post-secondary information to increase middle school student awareness Assist students with the selection of appropriate CTE courses Develop and coordinate 5th-grade and middle school career planning activities in classrooms, groups, or individual sessions with school counselors, teachers, and other school support staff Coordinate the administration and interpretation of career assessments for 5th-grade and middle school students Increase middle school chapters of career & technical student organizations (CTSOs) within assigned school(s) Coordinate the Students@Work Initiative, CMS Endless Possibilities Fair, Futures Fair, and other career awareness events for assigned school(s) Use career readiness tools like NCcareers.org, Naviance, and Transfr VR to increase student matriculation into middle school CTE courses and high school career pathways Provide and coordinate activities for 5th-grade and middle school students to develop employability skills Provide information on post-secondary education programs and employment opportunities Provide and coordinate activities for students to develop employability skills Promote the integration of career research and work-based learning opportunities into CTE and core middle school courses in assigned school(s) Promote the use of technology for career planning and research Facilitate business, education, and community partnerships that provide opportunities for 5th-grade and middle school students Plan district-wide 5th-grade and middle school career exploration opportunities Manage summer career exploration opportunities for rising 6th-grade students, current middle school students, and/or rising 9th-graders Collaborate with central office staff for middle school CTE teacher instructional coaching assistance Serve as a liaison with the business, industry, education, and military community Develop budgets and submit orders for consumables, equipment, and field trips for assigned school(s) that align with the curriculum and student outcomes Publicize partnership resources Participate in professional development activities at the local, regional, state, and national levels Engage in professional growth opportunities to remain current with trends, demands, and emerging careers in a rapidly changing workforce Interpret student data for a school and the district Perform safety functions/drills to maintain a safe instructional environment. Take all necessary safety precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities Perform related work as assigned or required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities Comprehensive knowledge of the principles, standards, and expectations of curriculum in assigned area Comprehensive knowledge of how to utilize appropriate data and information to make instructional decisions for students Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of various learning styles, curriculum development and program evaluation, effective instructional strategies, classroom management, learning assessment and diagnosis, and research related to learning Knowledge of procurement and contract procedures Skilled in communication, both verbal and written Skilled in computers and software including Microsoft Office and Google Workspace Ability to develop and monitor a budget Ability to learn and use specialized tools, equipment, or software related to instructional practice and business needs Ability to respond appropriately to situations while maintaining a professional and personable demeanor Ability to implement local, state, and federal rules, guidelines, and procedures into daily business operations Ability to communicate effectively Ability to reason, make judgments, and maintain effective working relationships Ability to employ positive communication skills in all settings/mediums Ability to problem-solve utilizing sound judgment Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding school system business Ability to take initiative, work independently, and exercise sound judgement Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a deadline-driven, rapidly changing team environment Education and Experience Bachelor’s degree and current continuing professional license in any Career and Technical Education Program Area OR a Master’s degree in School Counseling or Career Counseling and a current continuing professional license as a school counselor Must obtain valid NC teaching license with 747 CDC area Completion of required coursework during the duration of the provisional license area : Option 1: Two required courses:

• National Career Development Association (NCDA) Facilitating Career Development (FCD) Course
• NCDPI New CDC Induction Option 2: Six semester hours and Induction
• 3 semester hours in Counseling theory
• 3 semester hours from the following: o Career development and counseling o Career and life planning o Career development and occupational information
• NCDPI New CDC Induction Special Requirements Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license or ability to provide own transportation Travel to school district buildings and professional meetings # of Jobs 1.

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