Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools
Career Development Coordinator Middle School/Paired (25-26)
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools, Charlotte, North Carolina, United States, 28245
Career Development Coordinator Middle School/Paired (25-26)
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools
Position Overview The career development coordinator middle school (CDC MS), under moderate supervision, performs intermediate-level work with limited decision-making discretion supporting Career and Technical Education (CTE) and providing and coordinating career development services for students. The position works collaboratively with administrators, student services personnel, and teachers to ensure the delivery of career development services in assigned school(s). Responsible for facilitating linkages with parents, business/industry, postsecondary institutions, and community organizations to support students’ transition to post-secondary education and employment. This position will support middle schools and elementary schools (5th grade only). The employee performs school-level work to carry out Board of Education policies under the direction of the principal.
Salary / Status Certified Schedule/Full-time, 10 months
Reports To Principal
Place of Work The normal place of work is on the premises used by Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools. Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools reserves the right to require you to work at such other place(s) as it may reasonably require from time to time.
Essential Functions
Adhere to all state, federal, and local laws, policies, and procedures
Adhere to the North Carolina Professional Teaching Standards
Meet weekly, monthly, and annual accountability metrics set by the CTE department
Plan, develop, coordinate, promote, and execute 5th-grade and middle school (5th-8th) CTE career development services, career awareness, and exploration activities for assigned school(s)
Research and provide career development, occupational, labor market, non-traditional career, and post-secondary information to increase middle school student awareness
Assist students with the selection of appropriate CTE courses
Develop and coordinate 5th-grade and middle school career planning activities in classrooms, groups, or individual sessions with school counselors, teachers, and other school support staff
Coordinate the administration and interpretation of career assessments for 5th-grade and middle school students
Increase middle school chapters of career & technical student organizations (CTSOs) within assigned school(s)
Coordinate the Students@Work Initiative, CMS Endless Possibilities Fair, Futures Fair, and other career awareness events for assigned school(s)
Use career readiness tools like NCcareers.org, Naviance, and Transfr VR to increase student matriculation into middle school CTE courses and high school career pathways
Provide and coordinate activities for 5th-grade and middle school students to develop employability skills
Provide information on post-secondary education programs and employment opportunities
Promote the integration of career research and work-based learning opportunities into CTE and core middle school courses in assigned school(s)
Promote the use of technology for career planning and research
Facilitate business, education, and community partnerships that provide opportunities for 5th-grade and middle school students
Plan district-wide 5th-grade and middle school career exploration opportunities
Manage summer career exploration opportunities for rising 6th-grade students, current middle school students, and/or rising 9th-graders
Collaborate with central office staff for middle school CTE teacher instructional coaching assistance
Serve as a liaison with the business, industry, education, and military community
Develop budgets and submit orders for consumables, equipment, and field trips for assigned school(s) that align with the curriculum and student outcomes
Publicize partnership resources
Participate in professional development activities at the local, regional, state, and national levels
Engage in professional growth opportunities to remain current with trends, demands, and emerging careers in a rapidly changing workforce
Interpret student data for a school and the district
Perform safety functions/drills to maintain a safe instructional environment. Take all necessary safety precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities
Perform related work as assigned or required
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
Comprehensive knowledge of the principles, standards, and expectations of curriculum in assigned area
Comprehensive knowledge of how to utilize appropriate data and information to make instructional decisions for students
Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of various learning styles, curriculum development and program evaluation, effective instructional strategies, classroom management, learning assessment and diagnosis, and research related to learning
Knowledge of procurement and contract procedures
Skilled in communication, both verbal and written
Skilled in computers and software including Microsoft Office and Google Workspace
Ability to develop and monitor a budget
Ability to learn and use specialized tools, equipment, or software related to instructional practice and business needs
Ability to respond appropriately to situations while maintaining a professional and personable demeanor
Ability to implement local, state, and federal rules, guidelines, and procedures into daily business operations
Ability to communicate effectively
Ability to reason, make judgments, and maintain effective working relationships
Ability to employ positive communication skills in all settings/mediums
Ability to problem-solve utilizing sound judgment
Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding school system business
Ability to take initiative, work independently, and exercise sound judgement
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a deadline-driven, rapidly changing team environment
Education And Experience
Bachelor’s degree and current continuing professional license in any Career and Technical Education Program Area OR a Master’s degree in School Counseling or Career Counseling and a current continuing professional license as a school counselor
Must obtain valid NC teaching license with 747 CDC area
Completion of required coursework during the duration of the provisional license area :
Required Courses (Option 1)
National Career Development Association (NCDA) Facilitating Career Development (FCD) Course
NCDPI New CDC Induction
Required Courses (Option 2)
3 semester hours in Counseling theory
3 semester hours from the following:
Career development and counseling
Career and life planning
Career development and occupational information
NCDPI New CDC Induction
Special Requirements
Possess and maintain a valid driver's license or ability to provide own transportation
Travel to school district buildings and professional meetings
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Other
Industries
Primary and Secondary Education, Education Administration Programs, and Government Administration
Location: Charlotte, NC
Salary: $50,000.00-$70,000.00
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Position Overview The career development coordinator middle school (CDC MS), under moderate supervision, performs intermediate-level work with limited decision-making discretion supporting Career and Technical Education (CTE) and providing and coordinating career development services for students. The position works collaboratively with administrators, student services personnel, and teachers to ensure the delivery of career development services in assigned school(s). Responsible for facilitating linkages with parents, business/industry, postsecondary institutions, and community organizations to support students’ transition to post-secondary education and employment. This position will support middle schools and elementary schools (5th grade only). The employee performs school-level work to carry out Board of Education policies under the direction of the principal.
Salary / Status Certified Schedule/Full-time, 10 months
Reports To Principal
Place of Work The normal place of work is on the premises used by Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools. Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools reserves the right to require you to work at such other place(s) as it may reasonably require from time to time.
Essential Functions
Adhere to all state, federal, and local laws, policies, and procedures
Adhere to the North Carolina Professional Teaching Standards
Meet weekly, monthly, and annual accountability metrics set by the CTE department
Plan, develop, coordinate, promote, and execute 5th-grade and middle school (5th-8th) CTE career development services, career awareness, and exploration activities for assigned school(s)
Research and provide career development, occupational, labor market, non-traditional career, and post-secondary information to increase middle school student awareness
Assist students with the selection of appropriate CTE courses
Develop and coordinate 5th-grade and middle school career planning activities in classrooms, groups, or individual sessions with school counselors, teachers, and other school support staff
Coordinate the administration and interpretation of career assessments for 5th-grade and middle school students
Increase middle school chapters of career & technical student organizations (CTSOs) within assigned school(s)
Coordinate the Students@Work Initiative, CMS Endless Possibilities Fair, Futures Fair, and other career awareness events for assigned school(s)
Use career readiness tools like NCcareers.org, Naviance, and Transfr VR to increase student matriculation into middle school CTE courses and high school career pathways
Provide and coordinate activities for 5th-grade and middle school students to develop employability skills
Provide information on post-secondary education programs and employment opportunities
Promote the integration of career research and work-based learning opportunities into CTE and core middle school courses in assigned school(s)
Promote the use of technology for career planning and research
Facilitate business, education, and community partnerships that provide opportunities for 5th-grade and middle school students
Plan district-wide 5th-grade and middle school career exploration opportunities
Manage summer career exploration opportunities for rising 6th-grade students, current middle school students, and/or rising 9th-graders
Collaborate with central office staff for middle school CTE teacher instructional coaching assistance
Serve as a liaison with the business, industry, education, and military community
Develop budgets and submit orders for consumables, equipment, and field trips for assigned school(s) that align with the curriculum and student outcomes
Publicize partnership resources
Participate in professional development activities at the local, regional, state, and national levels
Engage in professional growth opportunities to remain current with trends, demands, and emerging careers in a rapidly changing workforce
Interpret student data for a school and the district
Perform safety functions/drills to maintain a safe instructional environment. Take all necessary safety precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities
Perform related work as assigned or required
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
Comprehensive knowledge of the principles, standards, and expectations of curriculum in assigned area
Comprehensive knowledge of how to utilize appropriate data and information to make instructional decisions for students
Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of various learning styles, curriculum development and program evaluation, effective instructional strategies, classroom management, learning assessment and diagnosis, and research related to learning
Knowledge of procurement and contract procedures
Skilled in communication, both verbal and written
Skilled in computers and software including Microsoft Office and Google Workspace
Ability to develop and monitor a budget
Ability to learn and use specialized tools, equipment, or software related to instructional practice and business needs
Ability to respond appropriately to situations while maintaining a professional and personable demeanor
Ability to implement local, state, and federal rules, guidelines, and procedures into daily business operations
Ability to communicate effectively
Ability to reason, make judgments, and maintain effective working relationships
Ability to employ positive communication skills in all settings/mediums
Ability to problem-solve utilizing sound judgment
Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding school system business
Ability to take initiative, work independently, and exercise sound judgement
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a deadline-driven, rapidly changing team environment
Education And Experience
Bachelor’s degree and current continuing professional license in any Career and Technical Education Program Area OR a Master’s degree in School Counseling or Career Counseling and a current continuing professional license as a school counselor
Must obtain valid NC teaching license with 747 CDC area
Completion of required coursework during the duration of the provisional license area :
Required Courses (Option 1)
National Career Development Association (NCDA) Facilitating Career Development (FCD) Course
NCDPI New CDC Induction
Required Courses (Option 2)
3 semester hours in Counseling theory
3 semester hours from the following:
Career development and counseling
Career and life planning
Career development and occupational information
NCDPI New CDC Induction
Special Requirements
Possess and maintain a valid driver's license or ability to provide own transportation
Travel to school district buildings and professional meetings
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Other
Industries
Primary and Secondary Education, Education Administration Programs, and Government Administration
Location: Charlotte, NC
Salary: $50,000.00-$70,000.00
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