High School Career Coach

High School Career Coach Coronado High School - 3.1 Fort Myers, FL Job Details Full-time $50,000 - $54,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Health savings account Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Parental leave Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Professional development assistance Flexible schedule Life insurance Referral program Qualifications School experience Computer operation Computer literacy Writing skills Job search strategies for students Employee relationship building English Research Employment counseling Working with high schoolers Master's degree College planning Driver's License Bachelor's degree Working with students Workforce development advising (career advising) College application guidance Specialization in career development instruction Working with families College financial aid assistance Coaching high school students Grammar Experience Working with youth Career assessment facilitation Full Job Description

MUST HAVE FL TEACHING CERTIFICATION

(BUSINESS

EDUCATION

) The Career Coach supports the school's mission to ensure that every student graduates high school with an appropriate postsecondary plan. This position is responsible for working with students in career exploration, research and planning; employment skills; interpretation of career and college assessments; and job placement. The Career Coach secures and disseminates resources that assist students through the process of postsecondary exploration, application, and selection. The Career Coach works closely with teachers, administrators, support staff, employers, and others to accomplish the goal of all students successfully transitioning to a postsecondary pathway.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Assist with student orientation process. Coordinate postsecondary readiness, preparation and transition activities. Monitor students' postsecondary transition progress and My Success©, document and record all postsecondary activity. Manage the College and Career Center and its activities. Network with community resources in order to provide experiential learning in careers through work experience, job shadowing, internships, and possible employment. Assist students in the development of job readiness skills and personal qualities to prepare them to be competitive in the job market; i.e., personal appearance, punctuality, courtesies of expression, responsibility, confidentiality. Organize employment and postsecondary functions for students, parents and family members (financial aid, career days, motivational speakers, college admission representatives, military recruiters, field trips, etc.) Assist in all initiatives to ensure school meets defined FTE enrollment and attendance goals. Perform all other duties as deemed necessary, which are aligned in accordance with company policies and procedures to ensure student educational and behavioral goals and objectives are achieved.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Bachelor's Degree required, Master's Degree preferred Valid driver's license required Certification Requirements Florida Teaching Certification or Valid Statement of Eligibility - School Guidance preferred OR any subject area Effective oral and written communication skills required Demonstrated computer literacy Two years of paid, professional experience coaching high school students in career and postsecondary options Previous experience working with low-performing and over-age youth preferred Bilingual preferred Knowledge of career and occupational resources, trends and opportunities. Knowledge of college entrance and admissions requirements and procedures, financial aid requirements. Knowledge of correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation, and vocabulary. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Knowledge of job readiness skills. Ability to organize, maintain, and operate a high school Career Ability to provide specialized assistance and information concerning career planning and college entrance to students, families, staff, and community agencies. Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships. Ability to meet schedules and timelines. Ability to analyze career and postsecondary assessments and inventories and provide career and college advisement. Skilled in use of productivity software, including but not limited to: Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$50,000.00 - $54,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible schedule Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance Referral program Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Ability to

Relocate:

Fort Myers, FL 33901: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person