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Overview Career Development Coordinator (CDC) role at Union County Public Schools. The CDC works collaboratively with stakeholders to deliver career development services for high school students, supports special population students, and assists with CTE accountability measures. The position aligns with the North Carolina Essential Standards, National Career Development Guidelines, the National Model for School Counseling Programs, and Future Ready Students for the 21st Century. The CDC collaborates with CTE staff to plan and facilitate school and district level career exploration events and supports CTE end-of-course testing as needed. The role uses Major Clarity as a pathway planning tool and analyzes data to guide student pathway choices and career decisions. The candidate should be comfortable communicating with school administration and possess strong organization and planning skills. Position Details Title: Career Development Coordinator (CDC) Term of Employment: 10 month Date: 9/23/22 Date of Last Revision: 9/23/22 FLSA Exemption Status: Exempt Pay Grade: Certified Classification: Certified Status: Full-Time Essentials / Responsibilities Demonstrate leadership in the school, district and community. Strive to improve the profession by staying current in research and best practices. Advocate for their programs and students. Demonstrate high ethical standards and ethical behaviors. Foster a school environment with positive, nurturing relationships between students and caring adults. Embrace diversity and support special population students. Treat students as individuals and adapt services to diverse student needs. Collaborate with families and significant adults in students’ lives. Align programs to support student success in the North Carolina Standard Course of Study. Recognize the interconnectedness of the comprehensive education program and academic content areas. Develop comprehensive career development programs relevant to students. Understand teaching and learning processes and their impact on students. Help students develop employability skills and assist in developing academic, career, and personal/social skills. Use and promote effective listening and communication skills. Analyze the impact of the career development program. Link professional growth to school and program goals. Function effectively in a complex dynamic environment. Duties & Responsibilities Facilitate Career Development Activities. Facilitate and support CTE testing and CTE accountability measures. Facilitate implementation of Major Clarity and Career Development Plans at their school. Identify CTE Concentrators for WorkKeys testing. Collaborate with school counselors and school admin to support CTE teacher schedules. Collaborate with EC and EL staff to support Special Population students. Support District level events such as Robotics Competitions, High School Programs Expo and Professional Development Activities. Attend District CDC meetings. Other related duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications / Desirable Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree Must have or be able to obtain a Career Development Coordinator (CDC) License Current Continuing Professional License in a CTE program area Experience with secondary school students preferable Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Job Knowledge Ability to manage instructional time. Ability to manage student behavior. Ability to consult with parents, teachers and the community to enhance student learning. Ability to monitor student performance. Ability to interact within the educational environment. Ability to perform non-instructional duties as assigned. Work Complexity / Independent Judgement Ability to multi-task and manage multiple priorities. Demonstrate attention to detail. Strong organizational skills. Ability to maintain a positive attitude under pressure. Knowledge of safety practices and procedures. Knowledge of recordkeeping procedures. Demonstrate professionalism and personal leadership skills. Ability to make decisions. Problem Solving Ability to improvise and adapt to current situations and respond appropriately. Requires creativity and alternative thinking to develop new ideas and solutions. Communication / Interactions Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy. Must deal with students, parents, administrators, and others. Oral and written communication skills. Customer Relationships Ability to provide customer-focused service, and understand customer needs. Knowledge of principles for providing customer and personal services, including needs assessment and evaluating satisfaction. Physical Requirements Work Environment: Sedentary to medium; lifting up to 20 pounds occasionally. Regularly sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, operate a computer and other office equipment. Some travel or field work may be required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Disclaimers In compliance with Federal Law, Union County Public Schools administers all education programs, employment activities and admissions without discrimination against any person on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age or disability. DISCLAIMER: This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions associated with the job. Management reserves the right to revise the job or require other tasks as assigned. Legal & Misc Seniority level: Entry level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Other | Industries: Education #J-18808-Ljbffr Union County Public Schools

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