Before school will be used for planning, coordination, and individual student support: One-on-one career advising sessions for students who can only meet early Coordinate job shadowing, internships, or dual enrollment schedules with local employers or colleges. Prep work for guest speakers, employer site visits, or career events. Collaborate with teachers to align career exploration activities with curriculum goals. Meet with counselors or admin to discuss student progress or career-readiness strategies. During school hours is when the specialist can have the most direct impact: Host classroom workshops on job readiness topics like resume writing, interview skills, and career exploration. Facilitate career panels or virtual guest speakers representing various industries. Oversee student internships, job shadowing, or work-based learning programs that occur during school hours. Partner with CTE (Career and Technical Education) teachers to support pathway programs with employer connections. Support special education transition planning by helping students with IEPs explore post-secondary work options. After school offers time for extended or flexible programming: Run after-school career clubs or mentorship programs. Host job fairs, resume clinics, or interview prep workshops in partnership with local businesses. Meet with parents/families to discuss career options and pathways. Coordinate part-time job opportunities for students, including connections with youth employment programs. Develop student career portfolios or help with applications to apprenticeships, jobs, or college. Even part-time, a workforce specialist can also: Establish partnerships with local employers, workforce boards, and community colleges. Secure guest speakers, mentorship programs, and experiential learning opportunities. Collect and track data on student placement, internships, and employment for reporting and improvement. Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience (preferably in Education, Workforce Development, or related field) Experience in career advising, workforce development, or CTE coordination. Strong organizational skills and capacity to manage part-time workload across varied hours. Proficient in data tracking and community/industry collaboration. Familiarity with Manor ISD, and local labor market context, is a plus.

Primary Purpose :

Support Manor ISD's mission to prepare scholars for life and careers by coordinating workforce-related programs, employer engagement, and career pathways across CTE programs. Operates collaboratively with campuses, community partners, and the Career Certification Center.

Key Responsibilities :

Strategic Planning (Before School/Planning Time) Assist in developing and aligning Career & Technical Education (CTE) pathways with in-demand, high-wage occupations. Coordinate outreach with local employers, community colleges (e.g., ACC), and workforce partners to strengthen student access to internships and certifications. Plan and schedule career fairs, guest speakers, site visits, and job shadowing opportunities. Direct Student Engagement (During School Hours) Facilitate workshops and classroom sessions on career readiness: resume writing, interview skills, industry certifications. Collaborate with CTE instructors to supplement programs like Health Science, IT, Automotive, and more. Assist students in navigating certification opportunities Out-of-School Programming (After School/Evenings) Host drop-in career clubs, industry meetups, or resume clinics. Convene employer networking events or mock interviews in the evenings. Support families and multilingual households by sharing career pathways and opportunities. Coordination & Data Management Track and report on student participation, certification completion, and workforce outcomes. Support the Workforce Director with data for program improvement and accountability.