Career & Technical Education Coordinator

"Job Title: Career & Technical Education Coordinator
Wage/Hour Status: Exempt
Reports to: Assistant Supt. of Learning & Innovation
Pay Grade: Admin/Prof 4
Dept./School: Learning & Innovation
Work Calendar: 215 Days

PRIMARY PURPOSE
Coordinate and manage district career and technical education program and facilities to meet student needs. Serve as instructional leader in development and improvement of instructional programs in career and technical education.

QUALIFICATIONS
Education/Certification:
Master's degree with emphasis in education or career and technology preferred

Special Knowledge/Skills:
Working knowledge of federal and state code governing career and technical education
Ability to manage budget and personnel
Ability to coordinate district function
Ability to implement policy and procedures
Ability to interpret data
Strong organizational, communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills

Experience:
Five years career and technical education teaching experience
Campus leadership experience preferred
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
Instructional Management
Oversee the development of innovative career and technical instructional programs and ensure that curricular documents, instructional support materials, student assessment instruments, and admission criteria are in place for each program. Ensure that curriculum renewal is continuous and responsive to student needs.
Identify and define local job opportunities for students. Recruit employers to hire students and work with the district to make opportunities for experience learning available.
Assume responsibility for career and technical education facilities and ensure that equipment and materials are available and in optimal operating condition.
Provide all campuses with career exploration and awareness resources and testing materials.
Evaluate the career and technical education program effectiveness based on evaluative findings (including student achievement data) and recommend changes as needed.
. Ensure that student progress is evaluated and that findings are used to make career and technical education program more effective.
Assist in monitoring and tracking campus CCMR data, as well as, finding ways to enhance the campus CCMR programming.
Establish and maintain open lines of communication with district department staff, campus counselors/administrators, parents, students, and teachers.
Policy, Reports, and Law
Implement the policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and local board policy. Recommend sound policies to improve career and technical education.
Compile, maintain, file, and present reports, records, and other documents required.
Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
Budget and Inventory
Develop and administer budget based on documented needs and ensure that operations are cost effective and funds are managed wisely.
Maintain a current inventory of supplies and equipment and recommend the disposal and replacement of equipment when necessary. Approve and forward purchase orders for department to accounting department.
Personnel Management
Prepare, review, and make recommendations for the revision of job descriptions of career and technical education department.
Develop training options and/or improvement plans to ensure effective operation of career and technical education department.
Assist school administrators with selection, training, supervision, and evaluation of career and technical education instructional staff.
Communication and Community Support
Assist students, parents, and teachers with career, college, and scholarship information.
Use appropriate and effective techniques to encourage community and parent involvement.
Serve as administrator on duty for CTE and CCMS-related events.
Other
Maintain confidentiality regarding student and coworker information and as required by FERPA.
Model integrity and ethics in a manner exemplary of the Educator Code of Ethics.
Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rules, and local Board policy. Recommend changes to district policies and develop and update procedures and guidelines related to counseling programs and services.
Comply with all district and campus rules, routines and regulations.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide feedback and input on the evaluation and hiring of career and technnical education instructional staff, aides, and support staff.

MENTAL DEMANDS / PHYSICAL DEMANDS / ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS
Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals
Posture: Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
Motion: Repetitive hand motions, frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching
Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)
Environment: Frequent districtwide travel; occasional statewide travel
Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required