Career Navigator

Career Navigator

This position will support students across participating school districts in developing individualized career and academic plans aligned with their interests, strengths, and postsecondary goals.

Contract & Salary:

• 1 year, 210 day contract
• Per administrative salary schedule.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree or higher in Counseling, Education or related field.
• Other qualifications of academic, professional and personal excellence as may be specified by the Governing Board.

Responsibilities:

• Conducts himself/herself within the mission, beliefs and goals of TCESC.
• Develops and takes responsibility for individual goal(s).
• Demonstrates a willingness to accommodate the needs of school districts.
• Develops and/or implements innovative ideas for educational programming.
• Maintains confidentiality of both student and personnel information and records.
• Attends meetings and professional development opportunities such as state and regional conferences, workshops, and other professional events to ensure knowledge of latest research, best practices, and policy changes.
• Demonstrates ethical behavior, integrity and honesty.
• Interacts with individuals on a regular basis to communicate information and remain well-informed.
• Uses a data-based decision making framework and good judgment when solving problems.
• Exhibits effective oral and written communication skills.
• Accepts suggestions and criticism in a constructive manner.
• Demonstrates faithfulness and promptness in attendance at work.
• Exhibits care and protection of TCESC and school district property.
• Adheres to the local board of education and TCESC policies and administrative guidelines.

Job Requirements:

• Support and advise in the development of Student Success Plans (SSPs) for students in grades 7–12, ensuring alignment with Ohio's graduation pathways and local district goals.
• Collaborate with school districts to maintain accurate, up-to-date records of student career plans, work-based learning experiences, and credential attainment across programs and partner sites.
• Provide career exploration and academic advising that supports students in meeting graduation requirements, including endorsements, seals, and industry-recognized credentials.
• Support at-risk students by collaborating with teachers, families, and administrators to remove barriers to academic and career success.
• Guide students in understanding postsecondary options, including college, apprenticeships, credentialing programs, and direct workforce entry.
• Serve as a member of the Business Advisory Council (BAC) to strengthen connections between education and industry.
• Collaborate with business and community partners to create career exploration, job shadowing, pre-apprenticeship, and internship opportunities for students.
• Facilitate classroom lessons, support K-12 curriculum as it aligns with industry standards, career fairs, site visits, and guest speaker events that promote awareness of local in-demand industries.
• Collaborate with school districts to intentionally expand and integrate career awareness programming for students 7-12, aligning activities with district priorities and local workforce needs.
• Partner with district teams to analyze student data, support and assist progress toward graduation requirements, and evaluate postsecondary readiness indicators to inform instructional and career pathway decisions.
• Assist in developing communication materials to promote student success stories, business partnerships, and program achievements.
• Work collaboratively with school counselors, CBI and CTE instructors, and district administrators to ensure compliance with Ohio Department of Education and Workforce (ODEW) requirements.
• Participate in district-wide committees, professional development, and regional initiatives related to workforce development and college/career readiness.
• Adhere to confidentiality, ethical counseling practices, and professional standards as defined by state and national associations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement The Trumbull County Educational Service Center Governing Board does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or genetic information in employment or the provision of services.

Position Type:
Full-time

• Trumbull County Educational Service Center
• 6000 Youngstown Warren Rd.
• Niles, Ohio 44446
• Phone:
• Email: carlotta.sheets