JAG Nebraska Career Specialist - Nathan Hale Middle School

United Way of the Midlands | Posted Feb 16
Full-time

United Way of the Midlands (UWM)

JAG Nebraska Career Specialist

Omaha, NE

Since 1923, United Way of the Midlands (UWM) has served the Omaha‑Council Bluffs metro by bringing together the business, government and not‑for‑profit sectors and raising money to support our community’s most impactful health and human service programs. UWM’s funded programs and direct services – including JAG Nebraska, 211 and the Weatherization Assistance Program – focus on four key areas to improve health and well‑being for all, build financial stability and strength, help young people realize their full potential and address urgent needs today to advance a better tomorrow.

At United Way we are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to bring their unique perspectives and experiences to the table.

UWM’s Mission: United Way of the Midlands UNITES our community’s CARING SPIRIT to build a STRONGER tomorrow.

Guiding Principles:

• Build TRUST in everything we do.
• Extend GRACE by thinking beyond ourselves.
• Show GRIT by bringing it everyday.
• Be OPEN to embracing others’ differences.
• Actively ENGAGE by listening and sharing.
• Live CURIOUSLY to learn constantly.

JAG Nebraska Specialists are teachers and educators, advocates for students, and caring adults and mentors. Our Specialists teach a for‑credit elective class for middle school and/or high school students in local school districts and are responsible for guiding our students through project‑based curriculum helping students grow in life and career skills. Specialists must be successful in fully implementing the JAG Nebraska model with integrity while supporting our students to navigate life and academia successfully.

JAG Specialists work closely with school teachers and administrators to provide support and coordination for students and must represent the organization’s values at all times, building relationships with multiple stakeholders simultaneously.

• Provide instruction in a program proven to increase graduation rates and positive post‑graduation outcomes such as employment and post‑secondary education or credential attainment.
• Establish and advance relationships with school administrators and teams by building rapport to effectively serve students and align with school culture and goals.
• Instruct classroom using the JAG Advantage (Project‑Based Learning, Trauma‑Informed Care, and Employer Engagement).
• Communicate effectively, efficiently, timely, and professionally while maintaining effective working relationships with school administrators, community leaders, business partners, and JAG Nebraska leadership.
• Request support and resources as needed with the JAG Nebraska model, grant and partnership obligations, accreditation compliance, participant documentation, and data entry into JAG Force.
• Recruit students according to best practices and in cooperation with the school advisory committee/administration established by JAG.
• Document student progress toward state and national performance goals using JAG Force (data collection tool).
• Complete all quality assurance measures and meet deadlines on all data to ensure compliance with all funding and accreditation requirements.
• Teach the JAG curriculum to ensure the JAG model standards are met for the targeted student roster.
• Work daily within Nebraska’s public schools and engage directly with teachers, administrators, and community leaders.
• Establish and implement an Individualized Development Plan (IDP) in JAG Force for all students on the school’s JAG Nebraska class rosters.
• Monitor attendance, academic performance, college‑prep course selection, enrollment in AP and dual‑credit courses, credits needed for graduation, and progress toward goals of all cohort students.
• Facilitate opportunities for student engagements periodically throughout the summer to increase student contact.
• Participate in school staff meetings, regional and statewide education meetings, and staff development…