CTI Program Manager, Salem High School SY 2026-2027

Salem Public Schools•Salem, MA

1d•Remote

About The Position

Salem High School is seeking an enthusiastic and talented individual to serve as its CTI Program Manager. This is a grant-funded contracted position beginning March 2023, working with a diverse population of adult learners in a comprehensive urban school setting. The CTI Manager is responsible for overseeing and supporting the development, refinement, and modification of curricula for adult learners, growing and developing internship opportunities and job placement, community engagement, business development, and teaching or co-teaching selected components of CTE classes as directed by the CTE Director when needed. The CTI Program Manager will oversee the daily operations of the Adult Learning programs at Salem High School, coordinating a staff of instructors, coordinators, and administrative assistants. The CTI Program Manager will maintain an operational budget under the CTE Director, developing strategies and solutions for the long-term sustainability of the program. The CTI Program Manager will maintain records and compliance of the CTI Grant alongside the CTE Director and the grant funder. As a professional, the CTI Program Manager will display a collegial spirit that supports and enhances continual professional growth consistent with the educational goals and philosophies of our school community. Moreover, they will be fully committed to continuously learning, improving, reflecting, and working together to ensure that all Salem High School Third Shift students achieve at high levels in a culturally responsive learning environment.

Requirements

Evidence of mastery of a wide variety of teacher competencies and the understanding of instructional techniques.
Current authorization to work in the US.
Able and willing to work in a remote learning environment.
Hold a deep commitment to students and families and value diversity.
Hold high expectations for yourself, students, and colleagues.
Build authentic, caring relationships with colleagues, students, and families.
Embrace feedback.

Nice To Haves

Advanced educational preparation.
Evidence of educational leadership.
Curriculum development experience and knowledge of technical competencies with curriculum frameworks.
Competent in computer applications such as Microsoft Operating Systems, Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), and Google drive.
Ability to speak Spanish.
Demonstrated experience supporting students with disabilities.
Demonstrated experience supporting English language Learners.
Demonstrated experience teaching adult learners.
Must possess a thorough knowledge of how to teach the competencies and standards of the Mass. DESE Frameworks related to Chapter 74 and other programs Salem High School offers, as well as the elements of employability, career planning, and other career development and employment programs.
Must demonstrate excellent management and organizational skills, well-developed skills in supporting students’ self-awareness as learners, the capacity to help students acquire the knowledge & skills related to the development of Career Plans and other career development activities, and outstanding communication skills with both students and adults, and successful experience operating in a highly regulated work environment.
Enthusiasm for recruiting and retaining community partners, employers, and other resources and connecting them appropriately with scholars and their interests.
Successful experience in career and technical education teaching, counseling, and/or administration.
Master’s degree in a related field preferred.
Hold or be eligible for the Massachusetts DESE License as an administrator for CTE programs.

Responsibilities

Cultivating and fostering positive and working relationships between higher education partners, industry partners, and other intermediaries so as to build rigorous and developmentally appropriate programs and activities that will result in successful and positive program experiences for students and post-secondary success.
Manage a small team of educators and support staff to ensure the success of students and the program.
Maintain grant compliance documentation and reporting.
Lead the recruitment, acceptance, retention, and placement of CTE students funded by this grant.
Maintain a program of study that meets all requirements of Chapter 74 regulations.
Work independently and with colleagues to develop a program based on current Mass. DESE regulations related to Third Shift Programs.
Manage a grant-funded program budget.
Coordinate grant activities with school personnel and external partners.
Maintain student records and reporting, generating monthly reports for the grant funder.
Manage the daily operations of the adult learning programs, including coordinating faculty, staff, and students.
Collaborate with MassHire and related organizations to perform recruitment, selection, and successful case management of adult learners.
Collaborate with the CTI Career Development Coordinator, CTE Director, and Salem Public Schools leadership to develop innovative solutions ensuring the long-term success and sustainability of this program.
Attend and coordinate materials for the Salem High School events designed for graduating students and their families.
Communicate with Salem High School families about the third shift program offering as a recruitment strategy.
Collaborate in the design, management, and implementation of events related to the third shift program.
Attend community events, including occasional nights and weekends, to foster the development of community partnerships that will aid in the growth of the program and successful placement of graduates.
Support the CTI Career Development Coordinator to design and implement processes to obtain a minimum of 70% job placement rates for graduates of the program in related occupations.
Oversee and maintain CTE data in Aspen for MA DESE enrollment tracking purposes.
Oversee and maintain CTI data in the CommCorp student information system, Apricot.
Assist the CTE Director with Salem High School Marketing and program materials (CTE Newsletter, Web site, Social Media platforms, Press Releases, SHS Experience/Program Brochures, etc.).
Develop third shift training marketing and program materials (Program Newsletter, Web site, Social Media platforms, Press Releases, Program Experience/Brochures, etc.).
Collaborate with students and school personnel to help students become aware of their talents and interests as they develop effective career planning skills.
Maintain classrooms in the program to integrate social, emotional, and culturally responsive learning into the work to foster a safe, caring, and active learning community.
Partner with families of students and include them in the students’ learning & development, as well as encourage families to further the mission of the school.
Establish a culture of high expectations that includes the shared belief that every student will pursue a dignified and appropriate next step in career planning & preparation.
Effectively collaborates with administration and colleagues in both CTE and Guidance departments to ensure high-quality, relevant learning experiences for as many of our students as possible who choose to pursue career and employment opportunities.
Follow all DESE, SPS, SHS, and other regulations and school policies, and plan and implement appropriate revisions to program policies and procedures as needed to reflect industry trends/standards.
Ensure instruction is in compliance with all health and safety regulations for all third shift students in the program.
Establish and maintain records of student activities in all programs within the scope of this position, including data on partner employers & resources, as well as data on student performance and hours of classroom instruction and on the job training.
Assist with the daily operations associated with the CTE and CTI offices, as needed.
Perform all other essential duties as assigned by the CTE Director.