Career Coach

Cleveland Community College; Shelby (NC); On-site; USD 41,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Cleveland Community College seeks a Career Coach to assist high school students with career goal setting and identifying CCP programs. You will document progress, develop a program of study, verify prerequisites, and create pedagogical materials to support advising on high school campuses.

You will work with schools and counselors to promote college pathways, guide students through CCP applications, and coordinate with local partners to align educational opportunities with industry needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree from a regionally accredited institution in Education or a related field.
• Evenings and weekends availability with advanced notice.
• Strong communication and customer-service skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain partnerships with Cleveland County Schools, private schools, home schools, and build relationships with high school counselors and administrators.
• Provide academic counseling to prospective students focusing on high school students and CCP admission process.
• Advise students on career and pathway planning; assist with course selection and program of study for future semesters.

Skills

Evenings/weekends availability

Leadership

Team collaboration

MS Office

Oral and written communication

Customer service

Industry liaison

Education

Bachelor’s Degree (Education or related)

Tools

MS Office

Electronic forms

Job description

The Career Coach reports to the Director of K-12 Partnerships and will assist high school students with determining career goals and identifying community college programs that would enable students to achieve these goals. The Career Coach will document and monitor progress of participants; develop a program of study for future semesters; verify student prerequisites and requirements; and develop pedagogical materials and technologies needed to enhance the advising process for high school students. The Career Coach, while on any high school campus, will obey all local board of education rules and will be subject to the authority of the school building administration. Requires day and evening hours; 11-month position.

• Develop and maintain partnerships with Cleveland County Schools, private schools, home schools, and build relationships with high school counselors and administrators.
• Provide academic counseling to prospective students specifically focusing on high school students, assisting students in completing CCP admission application and approval process.
• Support outreach efforts involving high school students to raise awareness of opportunities and assist in enrollment of high school students in Cleveland County Schools to Cleveland Community College.
• Communicate policies, procedures, and program requirements to students, parents, College, and high school personnel, and assist students in selecting educational and career goals.
• Advise students on career and pathway planning; provide assistance in choosing the appropriate mode of course instruction; advise students on the balance between high school coursework and college rigor; and advise on course selection and developing a program of study for future semesters.
• Assist with advising and registering within CCP pathways.
• Meet with CDC’s, Business Education Alliance, and other industry community partners to identify training and industry needs for high school students.
• Serve as liaison between the high school and academic programs to communicate schedule changes and general problem solving.
• Participate in school related activities in which College pathways can be promoted.
• Engage students, counselors, faculty, parents, and all stakeholders in information sessions related to college success, career exploration, and CCP advising sessions on related topics.
• Assist, in conjunction with Academic Programs, with identifying high school course offerings each term and reviewing high school registration guides.
• Provide appropriate referrals to the correct resources to address an issue of concern beyond the scope of this position.
• Conduct effective communication strategies with faculty and staff, parents/guardians, and local employers.
• Assist with CCP registration; verify student prerequisites and requirements.
• Consult with students regarding academic problems or concerns and assist students in obtaining support to meet specific needs and counsel students who have been placed on academic probation.
• Review, interpret, and evaluate text scores for appropriate course placement.
• Assist with Career Day and College Experience Day with the local high schools.
• Participate in new student orientations and recruitment activities for the College, along with middle school outreach.
• Identify and facilitate the awarding of CTE articulated credit for eligible students.
• Maintain adequate and accurate records on students.
• Attend faculty meetings, professional development activities, and other meetings and events as required; meet with groups to acquaint them with services, higher education, or training opportunities.
• Assist students in making connections to local industry through industry visits and campus tours.
• Assist with career awareness and retention activities.
• Assist with graduation and other College-related duties.
• Participate in professional and staff development opportunities.
• Actively participate in Student Affairs planning, evaluation, and program review.
• Treat students and colleagues respectfully, speak to others courteously, and behave in such a way that creates a workplace environment that is marked by trustworthiness, honest but polite communication, and interpersonal interaction that are both personally cordial and professionally appropriate.
• Serve on committees as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned and other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

Salary Range

Salary Range Based On experience. Starting salary range $41,432 to $62,149.

Required Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree from a regionally accredited institution in Education or a related field.

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to work or meet in the evenings and/or on weekends, with advanced notice.
• Ability to provide leadership in anticipating and responding to change.
• Ability to work effectively and collegially with others.
• Ability to use productivity software, including a general knowledge of word processors and spreadsheets, the ability to send and receive email, and to complete and submit electronic forms.
• Employees are expected to perform essential computer skills (log on/off a computer, manage and organize files, print/scan forms using a copier, maintain and recall secure passwords and change password(s) routinely per college procedures).
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Provide exceptional customer services with people internal and external to the institution.
• Effectiveness in the following College organizational competencies:

• Translating College purpose, values, and vision into organizational action
• Collaborating and facilitating
• Creating and innovating
• Anticipating and responding to change
• Providing vision and leadership

• Familiarity with and appreciation for the mission of a comprehensive community college.
• Flexible and adapts to change.
• Ability to multi-task with multiple departments and activities of others.

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years pre-qualified experience as a high school teacher, counselor, administrator, or direct engagement working with high school students, or as a career/academic advisor.
• Industry-related career development work experience in business, industry, or labor; or experience with work-based learning (job-shadowing, internships, cooperative education, apprenticeships); or experience in career or grade level counseling.

Physical Demands

ADA requirements for this position include critical thinking skills with the ability to process information, analyze data, make assessments, and exercise good judgment to make decisions; possess ease of mobility within the work environment and other areas of campus; and effective use of all forms of communication (oral, visual, auditory), including use of computers. Be able to lift weights up to 10 pounds on a regular basis.

Posting Number

Posting Number S186P

Open Date

Open Date 08/03/2026

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * What is your highest level of education?
  • GED
  • High School Diploma
  • Associates Degree
  • Bachelors Degree
  • Masters Degree
  • PHD