Career Specialist - Hutchinson High School

Jobs for America's Graduates•Hutchinson, KS

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Jobs for America's Graduates - Kansas (JAG-K) is seeking a full-time Career Specialist for Hutchinson High School in Atchison, Kansas. This role is ideal for someone passionate about student success, teaching students to overcome obstacles to graduation, and preparing them for career and college pathways. JAG-K is a non-profit organization that partners with Kansas schools to support students facing challenges, offering an elective class focused on academic and positive supports to ensure high school diploma attainment. With 121 programs in 54 Kansas school districts, JAG-K serves over 5,500 students by providing career exploration and teaching soft skills to prepare them for post-secondary education, military service, or the workforce. The organization values a culture of Humble, Hungry, and Smart, emphasizing teamwork, continuous improvement, and emotional intelligence.

Requirements

High school diploma
Valid driver's license
Ability to work well independently and manage multiple priorities
Residency in Kansas
Proficiency with technology

Responsibilities

Identifies, recruits, and educates students who have difficulties between them and graduation.
Helps students make a successful transition from school to college, military, or career pathways using the JAG model.
Develops positive relationships with students through project-based learning, trauma-informed care, and employer engagement.
Delivers student-centered programs with the goal of helping youth achieve their greatest potential.
Instructs 35 to 60 students to ensure performance outcomes are met or exceeded utilizing project-based learning and JAG activities.
Conducts student conferences centered around career, civic, social, and service-learning, and career exploration.
Delivers value-added instruction, support, and advocacy to graduates and non-graduates through follow-up services.