Career Academy High School Liaison

Cape Fear Community College • Wilmington, NC

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About The Position

The Career Academy High School Liaison serves as the primary contact between Cape Fear Community College (CFCC) and local high schools, focusing on supporting students who participated in CFCC's Career Academies. This role involves guiding students in career planning, recruiting them for the Career and College Promise Program, and monitoring their progress. The Liaison will also coordinate events and outreach efforts to promote career awareness and ensure students are connected to CFCC's resources and opportunities.

Requirements

• An associate's degree in an applicable program of study or equivalent technical training and work experience.
• Two years responsible experience in a middle school, high school, or education setting.
• Experience with or demonstrated knowledge of career services.
• Experience with one-on-one student mentoring, tutoring, or advising.
• Experience in working with students from diverse cultures and ethnic backgrounds.
• Experience in maintaining records and reporting.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in education or related field.
• Two years of teaching experience either at a middle or high school.

Responsibilities

• Support outreach efforts involving high school learners to raise career awareness of opportunities.
• Motivate students to participate in career exploration and CCP pathways.
• Support students' efforts for career pathways exploration.
• Coordinate events designed to promote awareness of career pathways for students and parents.
• Work with school/college personnel to prepare information related to career pathways for distribution to students and parents.
• Follow a communication plan to ensure consistent communication with students, faculty, staff, parents, etc.
• Develop personalized support plans, including tutoring and mentoring, to ensure students' academic success and positive career outcomes.
• Organize college campus/industry tours.
• Maintain accurate and adequate confidential student records.
• Be knowledgeable of CFCC programs, including Career and Technical Education (CTE) and short-term workforce training programs.
• Conduct intentional outreach to students to keep them connected to CFCC, enrolled in CCP pathways, and provide support in career planning and academic advising.
• Assist Career Academy Coordinator in planning a two-week career and college exploratory summer camp.
• Work with CFCC faculty and staff to coordinate the summer camp and visits to various programs.
• Hold information sessions for parents and students regarding summer camps.
• Direct and analyze evaluation of Academy success.

Benefits

• Professional development opportunities
• Flexible scheduling options
• Health insurance coverage
• Paid holidays
• Retirement savings plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: High school or GED