Career Coach (10 month contract)

Tallassee City SchoolsCareer Coach Job Description - 10 Month ContractReports to: Deputy Superintendent, Principal - Tallassee High School, CTE DirectorQualifications: Bachelor's Degree and Ability to pass a background checkPreferred: Experience working in business/industryKnowledge, 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