Career Readiness Specialist for Students with Disabilities

Eastern Upper Peninsula AppliTrack Consortium; Kincheloe (MI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

LTD

Job summary

Eastern Upper Peninsula AppliTrack Consortium is seeking a Career Preparation Specialist to provide career awareness, exploration, and employment readiness services for secondary students with disabilities. You will collaborate with families, educators, employers, and partners to facilitate meaningful career development experiences and improve post-school outcomes.

The role emphasizes transition planning, work-based learning facilitation, and partnerships with local employers, with duties

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in education or related field preferred.
• Experience working with secondary-aged students preferred.
• Knowledge of career development and transition planning required.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional behavior.
• Regular and reliable attendance required.

Responsibilities

• Provide career awareness, exploration, and employment readiness activities for students with disabilities.
• Assist students in identifying strengths, interests, and postsecondary goals.
• Provide instruction in workplace readiness skills including communication, time management, and resume development.
• Coordinate work-based learning opportunities like internships and job shadowing.
• Develop partnerships with employers and community organizations.
• Conduct worksite visits and monitor student progress.
• Support transition-related goals and activities for students with disabilities.
• Attend planning meetings and collaborate with educational teams.

Skills

Bachelor's degree in education

Experience with secondary-agedstudents

Knowledge of career development

Employment preparation

Transition planning

Work-based learning practices

Strong organizational skills

Written, oral, interpersonal skills

Ability to work independently and in a

Education

Bachelor's degree in education

Job description

Eastern Upper Peninsula AppliTrack Consortium is seeking a Career Preparation Specialist to provide career awareness, exploration, and employment readiness services for secondary students with disabilities. You will collaborate with families, educators, employers, and partners to facilitate meaningful career development experiences and improve post-school outcomes.

The role emphasizes transition planning, work-based learning facilitation, and partnerships with local employers, with duties