Job Description

BUTLER COUNTY SCHOOLS


CAREER COACH


JOB DESCRIPTION


QUALIFICATIONS:


Required:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Ability to pass a background check

Preferred:

• Experience working in business/industry

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND 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.

REPORTS TO:

• Career/Tech Director

DUTIES:

• 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 assist with its 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 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.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:


Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force as frequently as needed to move objects.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:


Salary and benefits shall be paid consistent with the System's approved compensation plan.


Length of the work year and hours of employment shall be those established by the System.

EVALUATION:


Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on evaluation of personnel.

Job Tags

Local area,

Similar Jobs