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Jobs For Tennessee Graduates Program Manager

Manages the Jobs for Tennessee Graduates Program (JTG) activities at MSCS to help prevent the dropout of at-risk and disadvantaged high school students, to motivate them to graduate and upon graduation, assist them with the transition from school to either the work force, military or post-secondary education combined with employment.

Essential Job Functions

Responsible for recruiting appropriate students for participation in the program.

Teach required Jobs for America's Graduates (JAG) curriculum.

Provide or arranging personal tutoring services for students who need it.

Monitor student progress, complete necessary paperwork, maintain student files, and maintain the JAG database through ensuring accurate and timely data entry and reporting.

Consult with guidance counselors on student issues and meet with teachers, counselors and parents of students as needed.

Must be reasonably available to students after hours and maintain confidentiality of student information.

Responsible for assisting students with job search and job development and contacting prospective employers regarding employment for students upon graduation.

Conduct monthly follow up for 12 months after planned graduation date per the JAG model and enter all data in the E-NDMS (National Data Management System)

Performs other duties as assigned or directed.

Minimum Qualifications

Requires a Bachelor's degree and endorsement in the grade/subject taught with a valid Tennessee certificate. Must be highly qualified. Governed by the Rules and Regulations of the Tennessee Code Annotated and the collective bargaining agreement. Must be physically and mentally able to perform the responsibilities and duties of the position. (PROOF OF EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND/OR EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED)

Degree Equivalency Formula :

Bachelor's Degree = 4 years plus required years of experience.

Master's Degree =6 years plus required years of experience.