Career Development Coordinator Middle School/ Shared Position/ (26-27)

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools seeks a Middle School Career Development & Partnerships Coordinator to bridge classroom learning with college and career readiness. You will develop strategic partnerships with local businesses and community organizations to support students’ transitions to postsecondary education and employment.

Under supervision, you will support CTE activities, collaborate with administrators, counselors, and teachers, and coordinate career development services across multiple

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and current continuing professional license in any CTE area.
• NC teaching license with 747 CDC area required; master’s in counseling may substitute.
• Experience in curriculum planning, data use for decisions, and program evaluation.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate career development services for middle school students in CMS.
• Develop partnerships with businesses and community organizations.
• Plan and implement career exploration activities and events.
• Facilitate career assessments and connect students with postsecondary options.
• Collaborate with counselors, teachers, and district staff to align CTE with curricula.
• Monitor accountability metrics and manage project budgets.

Skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Data interpretation

Education

Bachelor’s degree

NC teaching license 747 CDC

Master’s in School Counseling

Tools

NCcareers.org

Naviance

Transfr VR

Job description

Middle School Career Development & Partnerships Coordinator

Serves four middle schools—Walter G. Byers, Berryhill, Ashley Park PreK‑8, and Turning Point—by connecting classroom learning with college and career readiness opportunities. Develops and sustains strategic partnerships with businesses and community organizations to support students’ transition to post‑secondary education and employment.

General Definition of Work

Under moderate supervision, performs intermediate‑level work supporting Career and Technical Education (CTE) and coordinating career development services for students. Works collaboratively with administrators, student services personnel, and teachers, and facilitates linkages with parents, businesses, postsecondary institutions, and community organizations.

Essential Functions

• Adhere to all state, federal, and local laws, policies, and procedures
• Adhere to the North Carolina Professional Teaching Standards
• Meet weekly, monthly, and annual accountability metrics set by the CTE department
• Plan, develop, coordinate, promote, and execute 5th‑grade and middle school (5th‑8th) CTE career development services, career awareness, and exploration activities for assigned school(s)
• Research and provide career development, occupational, labor market, non‑traditional career, and post‑secondary information to increase middle school student awareness
• Assist students with the selection of appropriate CTE courses
• Develop and coordinate 5th‑grade and middle school career planning activities in classrooms, groups, or individual sessions with school counselors, teachers, and other school support staff
• Coordinate the administration and interpretation of career assessments for 5th‑grade and middle school students
• Increase middle school chapters of career & technical student organizations (CTSOs) within assigned school(s)
• Coordinate the Students@Work Initiative, CMS Endless Possibilities Fair, Futures Fair, and other career awareness events for assigned school(s)
• Use career readiness tools like NCcareers.org, Naviance, and Transfr VR to increase student matriculation into middle school CTE courses and high school career pathways
• Provide and coordinate activities for 5th‑grade and middle school students to develop employability skills
• Provide information on post‑secondary education programs and employment opportunities
• Promote the integration of career research and work‑based learning opportunities into CTE and core middle school courses in assigned school(s)
• Promote the use of technology for career planning and research
• Facilitate business, education, and community partnerships that provide opportunities for 5th‑grade and middle school students
• Plan district‑wide 5th‑grade and middle school career exploration opportunities
• Manage summer career exploration opportunities for rising 6th‑grade students, current middle school students, and/or rising 9th‑graders
• Collaborate with central office staff for middle school CTE teacher instructional coaching assistance
• Serve as a liaison with the business, industry, education, and military community
• Develop budgets and submit orders for consumables, equipment, and field trips for assigned school(s) that align with the curriculum and student outcomes
• Publicize partnership resources
• Participate in professional development activities at the local, regional, state, and national levels
• Engage in professional growth opportunities to remain current with trends, demands, and emerging careers in a rapidly changing workforce
• Interpret student data for a school and the district
• Perform safety functions/drills to maintain a safe instructional environment. Take all necessary safety precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities
• Perform related work as assigned or required

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Comprehensive knowledge of the principles, standards, and expectations of curriculum in assigned area
• Comprehensive knowledge of how to utilize appropriate data and information to make instructional decisions for students
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of various learning styles, curriculum development and program evaluation, effective instructional strategies, classroom management, learning assessment and diagnosis, and research related to learning
• Knowledge of procurement and contract procedures
• Skilled in communication, both verbal and written
• Skilled in computers and software including Microsoft Office and Google Workspace
• Ability to develop and monitor a budget
• Ability to learn and use specialized tools, equipment, or software related to instructional practice and business needs
• Ability to respond appropriately to situations while maintaining a professional and personable demeanor
• Ability to implement local, state, and federal rules, guidelines, and procedures into daily business operations
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to reason, make judgments, and maintain effective working relationships
• Ability to employ positive communication skills in all settings/mediums
• Ability to problem‑solve utilizing sound judgment
• Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding school system business
• Ability to take initiative, work independently, and exercise sound judgement
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a deadline‑driven, rapidly changing team environment

Education And Experience

• Bachelor’s degree and current continuing professional license in any Career and Technical Education Program Area OR a Master’s degree in School Counseling or Career Counseling and a current continuing professional license as a school counselor
• Must obtain valid NC teaching license with 747 CDC area

Completion of required coursework during the duration of the provisional license area:

• Option 1: Two required courses—
  National Career Development Association (NCDA) Facilitating Career Development (FCD) Course;
  NCDPI New CDC Induction
• Option 2: Six semester hours and Induction—
  3 semester hours in Counseling theory;
  3 semester hours from the following: Career development and counseling; Career and life planning; Career development and occupational information;
  NCDPI New CDC Induction

Special Requirements

• Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license or ability to provide own transportation
• Travel to school district buildings and professional meetings