Coordinator of Work Based Learning -11 Month Job Stafford area,Virginia USA,Education / Teaching

Coordinator of Work Based Learning

The Work-Based Learning Coordinator (WBLC) provides leadership in the development, implementation and support the school division's work-based learning program. This position also designs and delivers professional learning opportunities for all educators with emphasis on embedded school-level program coordination, consulting and support. The WBLC is focused on interdisciplinary, equitable secondary instructional programming while supporting the Profile of a Virginia Graduate that pertains to student achievement, demonstration of workplace skills and career opportunities.

The WBLC serves to develop and maintain partnerships between the school division and local businesses and organizations with the goal of providing students meaningful opportunities to connect classroom instruction with career goals.

Work Objectives/Essential Functions

Design and support professional learning opportunities and develop teacher leadership.

Support school leadership and promote learning to improve the quality of instruction at their schools.

Properly track and monitor work-based learning experiences within assigned school sites to ensure the school meets accreditation expectations.

Promote available work-based learning opportunities to all stakeholders (administrators, faculty, staff, students, parents and the community) and recruit qualified and interested students.

Support the development of workforce-related grants.

Collaborate with business and industry partners for expansion of work-based learning opportunities for students and increase career awareness and exploration opportunities.

Provide quality-control of experiences through site visits, observations and evaluations of partnerships.

Represent, where appropriate, the school division in the work of regional, state and/or national work-based learning associations and study groups.

Communicate with parents and increase parental awareness and involvement.

Communicate with the Lead CTE & Workforce Preparedness Facilitator to ensure compliance with all federal and state labor regulations and child labor and workplace safety regulations.

Serve as a liaison to area businesses directly working with students in the school.

Communicate with classroom teachers about expectations for training agreements and plans, safety, transportation, workplace readiness skills and best practices in working with business partners.

Serve as first point of contact for resolving concerns with site-based experiences.

Work with school principals to ensure the schools meet accreditation expectations.

Education and Experience

Education Attainment (Required):
Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college/university

Education Attainment (Preferred):

Relevant Experience (Required):
Classroom teaching and Business/Industry experience

Relevant Experience (Preferred):

Industry Licensure or Certifications (Required):
Hold or be eligible for a Virginia Collegiate Professional License

Industry Licensure or Certifications (Preferred):

Additional Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Strong interpersonal skills, positive relationships with colleagues and community partners.
Experience working/collaborating on instructional teams.
Understanding of the local alternative assessments in the current Virginia curriculum.
Understanding of student graduation requirements pertaining to industry credentials and work-based learning.
Experience in delivering high quality professional learning opportunities.
Business/industry experience with thorough knowledge about careers and job-experience placements.
Ability to work collaboratively, motivate others and develop relationships with business and industry.
Knowledgeable and enthusiasm in guiding and selecting students.
Ability to motivate students and employers.
Ability to effectively represent the school division in the community.
Ability to Administer all aspects of the work-based learning experience.
In-depth knowledge of current initiatives and issues in teaching practices and programs to include cultural competency professional learning for educators.
Exhibit a commitment to continuous professional learning in the focus area.
Support, collaborate and connect K-12 educators and students with the community through workforce partnerships.
Partner with building leadership teams to develop, support and implement School Improvement Plans (SIP) and CTE program delivery plans.
Relate positively to co-workers, parents, educational partners and other community representatives to expand support and opportunities for SCPS instructional programs.
Appropriate use of written and oral communication; thorough knowledge of English grammar and usage.
Effective time management and organizational skills.
Ability to address criticism in an appropriate manner, develop constructive outcomes and deliver growth-producing feedback to educators.
Ability to interpret educational and workforce data, research and use the information appropriately in decision-making and program design.

Core Expectations of All…