Bilingual Career & College Navigator for Equity

Denver Public Schools; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 57,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Time off

Health and wellness benefits

PERA Retirement

Job summary

Denver Public Schools is seeking a dedicated coordinator to support Career and College Success initiatives within high schools. You will lead career exploration opportunities, internships, and youth apprenticeship programs, with a focus on equity and supporting students at risk of graduation.

The role involves collaborating with district CCS leadership, building relationships with business partners, and guiding students through pathways to college and careers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or relevant work experience.
• Multi-Functional School Activity Bus Certification within 90 days of hire.
• Lead for racial and educational excellence and work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity in our community.
• Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while working with us.
• Have the ability with or without accommodations to meet the physical demands of the position.

Responsibilities

• Execute career exploration opportunities for students and launch Internship and Youth Apprenticeship programs.
• Provide special supports for students at risk of graduation and build capacity of staff to host meaningful career conversations.
• Serve as experts in career development and collaborate with CCS Leadership Team and central staff.
• Identify and recruit students for participation focusing on equitable engagement and high-risk students.
• Coordinate career exploration logistics and manage event-related resources.
• Provide career coaching support and monitor student progress in applicable systems.

Skills

Equity advocacy

Community engagement

Career coaching

Education

Bachelor's degree or relevant work experience

Tools

Multi-Functional School Activity Bus Certification

Job description

Denver Public Schools is seeking a dedicated coordinator to support Career and College Success initiatives within high schools. You will lead career exploration opportunities, internships, and youth apprenticeship programs, with a focus on equity and supporting students at risk of graduation.

The role involves collaborating with district CCS leadership, building relationships with business partners, and guiding students through pathways to college and careers.