CTE Coach

Ivy Tech Community College•Valparaiso, IN

17h•Hybrid

About The Position

Support high schools in the campus service area with K-14 Initiatives, including but not limited to dual credit and/or early college initiatives for Career and Technical Education. This position will provide student support services that help students with the opportunity to earn up to two years of college credit while in high school that lead to a credential of value and/or matriculation. Primary goals of this position include ensuring all students are following a specific plan toward completion of dual credit coursework, a Technical Certificate, or an associate’s degree (AS or AAS) with the College by tracking student progress. It also includes ensuring matriculation for students who do not complete a credential while in high school. High schools and career centers partnering with the College will receive a broad array of professional level support services by coordinating and executing various resources and support to assist with college/career readiness. This position is funded through Perkins, with grant funding scheduled to end in June 2027. Continued employment beyond the grant funding period is not guaranteed and will be contingent upon the availability of alternative funding or renewal of the grant.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in education, public affairs, social services, or related field
Demonstrated ability to coordinate, implement, and evaluate program(s).
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, are required.
Good public relations skills and self-motivation required
Must possess required knowledge and skills of computers and related software applications for program planning and implementation, including record keeping
Must be able to administer and interpret assessment results
Must be able to travel throughout North Central Indiana, mobile office environment

Nice To Haves

Experience working in higher education and high school-age youth preferred

Responsibilities

Track class schedules to ensure students are taking appropriate Career and Technical coursework that leads to the completion of an Ivy Tech program credential.
Track student enrollment and registration progress, communicate information to high school faculty/staff.
Meet with students who are not persisting and communicate information to high school faculty/staff.
Executes strategic initiatives to achieve college-wide and campus level metrics.
Offer class presentations about Ivy Tech programs, coordinating with academic as needed.
Recruit on behalf of Ivy Tech, promoting the benefits of the Community College in order to increase the number of inquiries and applicants to the College along with the conversion of those inquiries and applicants to help move students through the enrollment process.
Coordinate with the high schools and Ivy Tech faculty/staff to connect students with college resources, such as tutoring, library, Ed Tech, DSS, Testing, etc.
Assist in administering college placement exams to ensure students are meeting college-level program benchmarks.
Coordinate with high school and Ivy Tech faculty/staff to provide remediation strategies to assist students in meeting college level benchmarks.
Meet with students to develop individual career/academic plans.
Work with high schools and career centers to identify existing or future pathways that enhance offerings and lead to program completions in areas that have high demand – high wage jobs
Coordinate with Ivy Tech staff/faculty to share local career information and job placement data with students.
Coordinate college visits and visits to local businesses/industries to expose students to various career options.
Coordinate parent workshops to assist families with admission applications, financial aid, and scholarships.
Track student progress on any credentials earned as a part of dual credit coursework.
Create a specified matriculation plan for high school CTE programs.
Deliver on-site services promoting Dual Credit programs at high schools including, but not limited to, information sessions, admissions, assessment testing, advising, orientation sessions, registration, obtaining transcripts, and guidance with financial aid resources.
Participate in dual credit events at area high schools as needed.
Promote career and technical programming at high school, college, and community events.
Keep appropriate records.
Maintain confidentiality of student records and data.
All responsibilities will be conducted within the parameters of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), other applicable regulatory requirements, and professional standards.

Benefits

Multiple medical plan options paired with a Health Savings Account with a generous employer contribution
Dental plan with no-cost preventive services and coverage for orthodontia
Vision plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses
Employee Assistance Program offering no-cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources
Wellness program with opportunities to earn $250 in Wellness Rewards
Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare (limited purpose) and dependent care
10% employer retirement contribution, fully vested after two years
Basic life insurance equal to annual salary paid by the College, with optional supplemental coverage
Short-term and long-term disability benefits
Fee remission for employees, spouses, and dependent children
Tuition assistance for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs
Paid professional development opportunities
Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, holidays, and winter recess
Flexible work arrangements where available
Paid childbirth recovery leave (8 weeks)
Paid parental leave (4 weeks)
Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
Additional discounts on gym memberships, transportation, and various retail services