CTE - Work Based Learning Coordinator - Posted To Create A Candidate Pipeline

BCPS•Towson, MD

12d•Hybrid

About The Position

Under the direction of the CTE office, this role provides leadership and daily support to students, school-based staff, and community stakeholders through the coordination of work-based learning (WBL) for an assigned group of schools. The coordinator will offer instructional and leadership services to prepare students with essential academic, critical thinking, computer technology, workplace readiness, and technical skills for career pathways in career research and development. Key duties include coordinating students in work-based learning experiences such as internships, apprenticeships, and capstones, providing daily support to teachers and staff, assisting with professional development, and monitoring data, student engagement, equity, and access. The position also involves performing other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in an applicable field.
Three years of successful teaching experience in a related area to the position duties.
Possession of a Maryland Educator Professional Certificate appropriate to the area of assignment OR Possession of, or eligibility for, a Maryland Educator Professional License appropriate to the area of assignment.
Possession of, or eligibility for, Work-Based Learning endorsement is required.
Knowledge of the principles and practices of pedagogy for work-based learning.
Knowledge of curriculum.
Knowledge of effective instructional techniques.
Knowledge of instructional materials and equipment.
Knowledge of CTE programs, articulations, and certifications.
Knowledge of current issues and trends in work-based learning.
Skill in instructing students.
Skill in preparing and implementing lesson plans.
Skill in the use of data analysis, professional learning communities, instructional leadership, and spreadsheet, word processing and related applications.
Skill in communicating with students, their parents, administrators, and others.
Coursework and/or experience which supports knowledge of curriculum development and supervision.
Demonstrated expertise in career development and work-based learning.
Technology competency: knowledge of and skill in the use of database, internet, spreadsheet, word processing, and related applications.
Outstanding communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
Ability to implement and model effective instructional strategies in the classroom.
Ability to establish a schedule to ensure all WBL students at assigned locations are visited and provided with instruction as required under WBL procedures.
Requires attendance at after-school and evening meetings and events.
Requires travel to schools and work sites and documentation of daily activity.
Must be fingerprinted and have a criminal background investigation completed.
Must provide proper identification and documentation of eligibility for employment in the US.
If military experience, a copy of DD214 is required.
Official transcripts will be required upon hire and must be sent via e-script/clearinghouse from your university.
Some positions will require employees to undergo a physical examination and/or drug testing.
All newly hired personnel must attend a Benefits and Retirement Orientation meeting.

Nice To Haves

Possession of a Maryland Educator Advanced Professional Certificate or Advanced Professional License is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide instruction and program management at the high school level in areas of career development, work-based learning, and related instruction.
Implement seminar sessions covering workplace readiness and career development topics for all students in assigned WBL cohort, including critical thinking and problem-solving skills for current and future industry employment standards.
Provide instruction in teamwork, communications, problem solving, decision making, and computer technology relevant to workplace and higher education skills.
Collaborate with staff and postsecondary institutions to develop and maintain career pathways for apprenticeship, community college, or university degree programs.
Prepare instructional materials, maintain equipment, and manage materials to deliver a diverse instructional program.
Understand and effectively relate to and teach high school students.
Contribute to the school's mission by supporting progress toward school improvement plan and career completer goals.
Partner with employers and community groups to promote and advance technical and employability skills.
Participate in the recruitment and selection of students for work-based learning.
Attend monthly WBL meetings.
Coordinate extended year WBL for students during the summer.
Create an instructional environment conducive to student development.
Communicate standards, achievements, and deficiencies to students and parents.
Meet with students and parents.
Maintain complete and accurate student academic, attendance, and disciplinary records.
Monitor and assess students' academic progress.
Collaborate with school administrators, teachers, paraeducators, parents, and community members in student education.
Maintain accurate records for student work-based learning according to Risk Management procedures, child labor and employment of minor's law, and Blueprint data collection requirements.
Monitor students at their work-based learning sites to assess skill development, provide support, track appropriateness of workplace conditions, and monitor suitability of placements.
Conduct in-person site visits to students at their work site at a minimum twice per month.
Complete and submit monthly and quarterly reports pertaining to career development projects and work-based learning.
Establish relationships with business, local workforce navigators, and higher education partners for work-based learning experiences, registered youth apprenticeships, and program support.
Monitor and assist in the maintenance of required documentation for registered youth apprenticeships and work-based learning experiences.
Perform other duties as assigned.