352-CLS-09-26 CTE Coordinator District

POSITION #352-CLS-09-26:

Career & Technical Education Coordinator - District Wide

8 hours per day/214 days per year

Salary: $60,162 - $66,423 yearly

Position Summary

The CTE Coordinator supports the district's Career and Technical Education program by coordinating middle school career exploration experiences, high school job shadows and internships, completion and monitoring of the High School and Beyond Plan, and district-wide oversight of the robotics program. This position works closely with school counselors, teachers, building administrators, and community/business partners to connect students with real-world career exposure and to ensure compliance with state graduation and career-readiness requirements.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Middle School Career Exploration

• Coordinate and schedule middle school job shadow days and career exploration experiences in partnership with local businesses, industry partners, and community organizations.
• Develop and maintain relationships with employers willing to host middle school students for career awareness activities.
• Prepare student materials, permission forms, and logistics (transportation, scheduling, safety documentation) for job shadow events.
• Track student participation and gather feedback to improve future experiences.

High School and Beyond Plan

• Support students, families, and school counselors in the completion, review, and monitoring of the High School and Beyond Plan for all students, in accordance with state requirements.
• Maintain accurate records of student progress toward High School and Beyond Plan completion.
• Assist in training staff and students on the online platform/system used to house the plan.
• Generate reports for administration on completion rates and follow up with students/counselors on outstanding requirements.

High School Job Shadows and Internships

• Recruit, coordinate, and place high school students in job shadow experiences and internships aligned with their career interests and CTE pathways.
• Develop and maintain a network of business and community partners willing to host high school interns and job shadow students.
• Manage required documentation, including training agreements, learning plans, liability paperwork, and work-based learning hour logs.
• Monitor student attendance, performance, and safety while on internship/job shadow placements.
• Coordinate with CTE teachers and counselors to align placements with coursework and pathway requirements.

District-Wide Robotics Program Oversight

• Provide coordination and logistical oversight of the district's robotics program(s) across grade levels/buildings.
• Support coaches/advisors with scheduling, registration for competitions, ordering of supplies/equipment, and budget tracking.
• Serve as a point of contact between robotics teams, school administration, and outside organizations (e.g., FIRST Robotics, VEX).
• Assist with recruiting volunteers, mentors, and judges as needed for events and competitions.
• Help coordinate transportation and travel logistics for competitions and events.

General CTE Program Support

• Assist the CTE Director with data collection, reporting, and compliance related to state and federal CTE requirements (e.g., Perkins V).
• Maintain accurate records, files, and databases related to work-based learning, job shadows, and program participation.
• Communicate regularly with staff, students, families, and community partners regarding CTE opportunities.
• Assist with promotional materials, newsletters, and outreach to increase student participation in CTE programs.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the CTE Director or building/district administration.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Experience working with youth, schools, or career/workforce development programs preferred.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple programs and deadlines simultaneously.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; ability to build relationships with business and community partners.
• Proficiency with standard office software (Microsoft Office/Google Workspace) and ability to learn student information/career-planning systems.
• Ability to pass a background check per state and district requirements.
• Valid driver's license may be required for site visits and travel to placements/events.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience coordinating work-based learning, internships, or job shadow programs.
• Familiarity with High School and Beyond Plan requirements and platforms.
• Experience with or knowledge of robotics programs/competitions (FIRST, VEX, etc.).
• Experience working in a school or CTE setting.

Physical Requirements / Working Conditions

• Ability to travel between school sites and to community/business locations within the district.
• Ability to attend occasional evening or weekend events (robotics competitions, job shadow days, community events).
• Standard office environment with regular use of a computer; some walking/standing required at events and school sites.

SCHEDULE: OPEN UNTIL FILLED.

UNION AFFILIATION: This position is non-represented.

BENEFITS: Health insurance benefits for employees working 630 hours or more per year include medical, dental, vision, life and long term disability plans through the School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB). Retirement benefits are provided through the WA State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS).

https://www.wenatcheeschools.org/hr/health-benefits

180 - 219 Day Employees - Paid leave benefits include 10 days of sick leave, 2 personal leave days and 11 holidays.

220 - 259 Day Employees - Paid leave benefits include 10 days of sick leave, 3 personal leave days and 11 holidays.

260 Day Employees - Paid leave benefits include 12 days of sick leave, 2 personal leave days, 14 holidays and 12 vacation days.

Benefits may be prorated based upon date of hire/hours per day.

Immigration Reform and Control Act Requirement: The recommended applicant, if not a current regular employee, will be required to complete an INS I-9 form and must provide proof of employment eligibility prior to working.

Disclosure Statement and Record Check: Pursuant to Chapter 486, Washington Laws of 1987, the recommended applicant, if not a current regular employee, will be required to complete a disclosure form indicating whether he or she has been convicted of crimes against persons listed in the law. In addition, a background check, based on fingerprints, will be requested from the Washington State Patrol & FBI. Employment is conditional based upon completion of the record check.

NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT

The Wenatchee School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employee(s) has been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Civil Rights Coordinator, Title IX Officer, Section 504 Coordinator, HIB Compliance and Gender Inclusive Schools Coordinator: Eric Anderson, Executive Director of Learning, Teaching, and Schools, Anderson.eric@wenatcheeschools.org, 235 Sunset Ave. Wenatchee, WA 98801, 509 663-8161 You can report discrimination and discriminatory harassment to any school staff member or to the district's Civil Rights Coordinator, listed above. You also have the right to file a complaint (see below). For a copy of your district's nondiscrimination policy and procedure, contact your school or district office or view it online here: Policy 3210 and Procedure 3210P

DECLARACIÓN DE NO DISCRIMINACIÓN

El Distrito Escolar de Wenatchee no discrimina en ningún programa o actividad por motivos de sexo, raza, credo, religión, color, origen nacional, edad, condición de veterano o militar, orientación sexual, expresión de género, identidad de género, discapacidad o el uso de un perro guía entrenado o un animal de servicio y brinda igualdad de acceso a los Boy Scouts y otros grupos juveniles designados. Los siguientes empleados han sido designados para manejar preguntas y quejas de supuesta discriminación: Coordinador de Derechos Civiles, Oficial del Título IX, Coordinador de la Sección 504, Coordinador de Escuelas Inclusivas de Género y Cumplimiento de HIB: Eric Anderson, Director Ejecutivo de Escuelas, anderson.eric@wenatcheeschools.org, 235 Sunset Ave. Wenatchee, WA 98801, 509 663-8161

Puede denunciar la discriminación y el acoso discriminatorio a cualquier miembro del personal de la escuela o al Coordinador de Derechos Civiles del distrito, mencionado anteriormente. También tiene derecho a presentar una queja (ver más abajo). Para obtener una copia de la política y el procedimiento de no discriminación de su distrito, comuníquese con la escuela o la oficina del distrito o véala en línea aquí: Política 3210 y Procedimiento 3210P

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