Career Coach

Second Mile Education; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational organization seeks a Career Coach to guide students toward successful postsecondary paths. This entry-level full-time position involves supporting student career exploration, coordinating readiness activities, and collaborating with educational staff to ensure student success. Candidates should possess strong communication and organizational skills and at least a Bachelor's Degree.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required; Master’s preferred.
• Florida Teaching Certification or Statement of Eligibility.
• At least two years of professional experience coaching high school students.

Responsibilities

• Assist with student orientation.
• Coordinate postsecondary readiness activities.
• Manage the College and Career Center.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Computer literacy

Strong English language skills

Interpersonal skills

Relationship-building skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Master’s Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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This is an evergreen posting to develop a candidate pool (not a current opening). Applicants, please only apply online and not in person.

Pay Range

Base pay: $45,000.00/yr - $52,000.00/yr. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience. Talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Position Overview

The Career Coach supports the school's mission to ensure every student graduates high school with an appropriate postsecondary plan. Responsibilities include working with students on career exploration, research, planning, employment skills, assessment interpretation, and job placement. The coach also collaborates with teachers, administrators, and community resources to facilitate students' transition to postsecondary pathways.

Primary Responsibilities

• Assist with student orientation.
• Coordinate postsecondary readiness activities.
• Monitor and document students' postsecondary progress.
• Manage the College and Career Center.
• Network with community resources for experiential learning opportunities.
• Help students develop job readiness skills and personal qualities.
• Organize events for students, parents, and families related to postsecondary planning.
• Support initiatives to meet enrollment and attendance goals.
• Perform additional duties aligned with school policies to meet educational and behavioral objectives.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required; Master’s preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Florida Teaching Certification or Statement of Eligibility (School Guidance preferred) or any subject area.
• Effective communication skills.
• Computer literacy.
• At least two years of professional experience coaching high school students in career and postsecondary options.
• Experience working with low-performing and over-age youth preferred.
• Bilingual skills preferred.
• Knowledge of career resources, college admissions, and financial aid processes.
• Strong English language skills.
• Ability to organize and operate a high school Career Center.
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to analyze assessments and provide advisement.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Industry: Education

This job posting is active. Apply online to be considered.