Alabama State Department of Education Looking for Work-Based Learning Cooridnator at Bessemer, AL Full Time

Work-Based Learning Coordinator

Under the supervision of the Director of Career and Technical Education, the Work-Based Learning

Coordinator will collaborate, communicate, and create outreach and marketing activities with all stakeholders,

including employers, intermediaries, industry partners, students, and parents. The Work-Based Learning

Coordinator will plan, develop, and implement work-based activities that prepare students for industry-

specific workforce skills, which can include but are not limited to the following: job shadowing, internships,

mentoring opportunities, portfolio exhibitions, job interviews, and other career/work related activities.

Reports To: Director of Career and Technical Education

Direct Reports: This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities

Key Roles & Responsibilities (include but are not limited to):

• Work with school administration to plan, develop, and implement work-based outreach activities with

industry partners

• Work with school administration and counseling staff to create and implement a comprehensive work-

based learning program that enhances the existing guidance programs and their requirements to

ensure compliance

• Connect students to interest/passion career opportunities and coordinate learning opportunities for

students on-and-off campus and foster leadership opportunities through community partnerships and

work-based learning programs

• Supervise and monitor students in work, internship, apprenticeship, and volunteer experiences to

assess/evaluate their skill development, provide support, and track appropriateness of workplace

conditions

• Establish relationships with businesses, local workforce agencies, and higher education partners for the

purpose of providing WBL experiences, registered apprenticeships, industry certifications, and

concurrent enrollment support

• Support and partner with school counselors as students complete individual career and academic plans
• Monitor and assist in the maintenance of required documentation for registered apprenticeships and

WBL experiences and collect and submit participant data or reports on scheduled deadlines in required

format

• Participate in and encourage parent involvement in school programs, parent trainings, and events;

makes presentations at teacher/support staff workshops and parent trainings

• Support and document students’ work-based learning experiences as outlined in the Alabama Work-

based Learning Manual

• Attend work-based learning conferences, workshops, etc. and implement to improve the school’s

work-based learning program

• Other duties as assigned

Technical Skills, Knowledge, And Abilities

The ideal candidate will possess:

• Knowledge of CTE programs, Alabama State Department of Education CTE course standards, and

career clusters

• Knowledge of current workforce/employment demand and industry trends
• Human relation and interpersonal skills
• Oral and written communication skills
• Collaboration and facilitation skills
• Planning and organizational skills
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work with/be a part of a team
• Ability to frequently travel to local business partners
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the job
• Ability to manage multiple priorities
• Ability to work supportively with other teachers, staff, and administrators to provide an effective

learning environment

• Ability to communicate with students, parents/guardians, staff, community members, and

business/industry partners

• Ability to maintain honesty and integrity in all aspects of the job
• Ability and willingness to adhere to attendance requirements, including regular and punctual presence
• Ability to promote and follow AAHS policies, CEO and Head of School policies, and CTE department

policies and procedures

• Ability to communicate, interact, and work effectively and cooperatively with people from diverse

backgrounds

• Ability to recognize the importance of safety in the workplace, follow safety rules, practice safe work

habits, utilize appropriate safety equipment, and report unsafe conditions to the appropriate

administrator

Materials and Equipment – Operating Knowledge

The Ideal Candidate Will Possess

• Knowledge of and experience with operating personal computers and cell phones
• Operating knowledge of the collaboration features of Google Workspace, Microsoft Suite, and video

conferencing software (i.e. Zoom, Google Meet, WebEx, Microsoft Teams, Blue Jean, etc.)

• Operating knowledge of career interest survey software (i.e. Kuder)
• Operating knowledge of and experience with typical educational/instructional technology equipment

and programs

• Operating knowledge of and experience with typical office equipment

Education and Work Experience

• Bachelor’s degree
• Three or more years of related experience or teaching experience in a CTE program desired

Licenses, Registrations, and Certifications

• Valid Alabama CTE certification required
• Work Based Learning Coordinator (C01 & C01FF) certification required (or ability to earn WBL

Coordinator certification within 3 months of hire) *failure to do so may result in termination

• Reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and current automobile insurance required and must be

Reports To CTE Director

Job Posting Link careers.alaahs.org

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