Career Readiness/Workforce Coordinator

Primary Responsibilities

• The Career and Workforce Readiness Coordinator shall:
• Program Development and Coordination
• Lead the implementation of a comprehensive K-12 Career and Workforce Readiness Program.
• Coordinate district initiatives related to career awareness, career exploration, career preparation and career engagement.
• Support the integration of career readiness competencies across grade levels and content areas.
• Assist with implementation of Pennsylvania Career Education and Work Standards.
• Student Career Development
• Coordinate career exploration opportunities for students in grades K-12.
• Assist students in identifying career interests, aptitudes and postsecondary goals.
• Support students in developing career portfolios, career plans and workforce readiness skills.
• Coordinate career fairs, college fairs, industry visits and career awareness activities.
• Facilitate student participation in workforce development programs and career experiences.
• Work-Based Learning
• Develop and oversee internships, job shadowing experiences, apprenticeships, cooperative education opportunities and other work-based learning experiences.
• Establish and maintain relationships with local employers and industry partners.
• Coordinate placement, documentation, supervision and evaluation of work-based learning experiences.
• Ensure compliance with district policies, labor regulations and student safety requirements.
• Postsecondary and Community Partnerships
• Serve as district liaison with businesses, workforce development agencies, community organizations, trade associations, military recruiters, apprenticeship programs, career and technical centers, college and universities.
• Develop partnerships that expand opportunities for students.
• Coordinate employer engagement activities and career mentoring opportunities.
• Chapter 339 and Career Readiness Compliance
• Support district compliance with Pennsylvania Chapter 339 requirements.
• Assist with career assessment, planning and documentation activities.
• Coordinate collection and maintenance of career readiness data and evidence.
• Prepare reports and documentation required by the Pennsylvania Department of Education and district administration.
• Professional Development and Collaboration
• Provide professional development and support to teachers regarding career readiness integration.
• Collaborate with school counselors, special education staff, administrators and teachers to support student transitions.
• Participate in district committees and initiatives related to college, career and workforce readiness.
• Data Collection and Program Evaluation
• Collect, analyze and report program outcomes and student participation data.
• Monitor effectiveness of career readiness initiatives.
• Recommend improvements based on student outcomes, workforce trends and stakeholder feedback.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor or Superintendent

Qualifications

• Valid Pennsylvania Instructional Certificate.
• Minimum five (5) years successful teaching experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Pennsylvania Career Education and Work (CEW) Standards.
• Experience working with secondary students and career planning initiatives.
• Strong organizational, communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to establish partnerships with businesses, community organizations and postsecondary institutions.
• Career and Technical Education experience preferred.
• School counseling, transition planning or workforce development experience preferred.
• Experience coordinating internships, apprenticeships, job shadowing or work-based learning programs preferred.
• Knowledge of Pennsylvania Chapter 339 requirements preferred.
• Experience with career readiness platforms and workforce development programs preferred.
• Master's Degree in Education, Counseling, Leadership, Workforce Development or related field preferred.

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