Career Coach (10 month contract)

Alabama Department of Education

Tallassee, AL

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Career Counseling, Career Development, Communication Skills, Database Administration, Economic Development, Financial Aid, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Public/Media/Press/Analyst Relations, Secondary School, Student Admissions, Trend Analysis, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Tallassee, AL
POSTED
3 days ago
Career Coach Job Description

Tallassee City Schools

Career Coach Job Description - 10 Month Contract

Reports to: Deputy Superintendent, Principal - Tallassee High School, CTE Director

Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree and Ability to pass a background check

Preferred: Experience working in business/industry

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

  • Pleasing personality, enthusiastic, positive attitude, evidence of trustworthiness; knowledge in business and industry; and effective human relations skills.
  • Effective oral and written communication skills.
  • Knowledge of what it takes to be successful in the world of work.
  • Knowledge of current employment trends.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Represent the Career Coach Program in local schools and conduct public relations efforts to promote Career and Technical Education programs.
  • Possess a working knowledge of the Alabama Career Development Model and assist with its implementation in Grades K-12.
  • Provide career development guidance for students in Grades K-12 with emphasis on Career and Technical Education programs.
  • Plan and implement student recruitment activities for Career and Technical Education programs.
  • Possess a working knowledge of the Alabama Career Planning System and the Alabama Talent Triad and assist with the implementation in Grades K-12.
  • Assist students in Grades K-12 with career exploration activities and career assessments.
  • Assist students with college admissions, financial aid including FAFSA and registration procedures.
  • Provide information to educators, students, and their families regarding the current job market and career choices.
  • Conduct classroom presentations promoting college and career programs and activities.
  • Schedule and attend college campus and industry tours with students.
  • Assist with coordinating job shadowing and other work-based learning opportunities for students.
  • Maintain an ongoing database of career coach services available and submit reports of completed activities.
  • Assist LEA with College and Career Readiness initiatives.
  • Engage community partners including the local Chamber of Commerce, Economic Development Board, and postsecondary institutions.
  • Participate in Regional Workforce Council meetings and events.
  • Comply with all policies of the LEA and the Alabama State Department of Education.
  • Any other duties as assigned by

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Alabama Department of Education