College and Career Readiness Senior Coordinator

Applitrack; Edinburg (TX); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Education Service Center Region 13 seeks a Senior Coordinator for College and Career Readiness to drive statewide and regional CTE pathways. You will identify funding sources, author grant proposals, and lead large-scale CCR projects through cross-functional collaboration with districts, higher education, workforce boards, and industry partners.

The role emphasizes equitable access, managing budgets, and advancing K-12 career exploration initiatives in collaboration with the mobile lab and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
• Valid Texas Career and Technical Education (CTE) certification.
• At least five years of experience teaching secondary CTE courses.
• A minimum of two years of experience leading CTE projects at the district, regional, state, or national level.

Responsibilities

• Represent ESC Region 13 with professionalism and discretion.
• Lead and supervise the CCR/CTE team to meet goals.
• Identify and pursue new CTE, higher education, and workforce grant opportunities.
• Cultivate regional partnerships with industry, higher ed, workforce boards, and donors.
• Oversee Perkins grants and CCR accountability initiatives across the region.
• Manage CCR-related contracts and monitor contractor performance.
• Initiate, implement, and evaluate CCR grant programs for continuous improvement.
• Develop K-12 career exploration programming with regional partners and mobile labs.

Skills

CTE certification

Experience teaching CTE

Project leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

College and Career Readiness Senior Coordinator JobID: 5745

• Date Posted: 9/23/2026
• Location: Education Service Center Region 13 - 104

Reports To: Chief Deputy Executive Director

Division/Department: Strategic Initiatives/ College and Career Readiness

Salary: This is a full-time, twelve (12) month position at 232 days, with a minimum annual salary of $100,061.00.

Job Summary

Drive the development and expansion of college and career pathways for students, schools, and districts by proactively identifying funding sources, authoring grant proposals, and cultivating strategic partnerships with industry leaders. Lead and manage large-scale regional Career and Technical Education (CTE) projects, including grants and contracts through cross-functional collaboration with internal teams, school districts, campus personnel, higher education institutions, workforce boards, and industry stakeholders. Champion equitable access by ensuring all school districts have the resources and support needed to deliver robust college and career opportunities.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
• Valid Texas Career and Technical Education (CTE) certification
• At least five years of experience teaching secondary CTE courses
• A minimum of two years of experience leading CTE projects at the district, regional, state, or national level

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in education, leadership, or a related field
• Proven project management experience, including planning, execution, and evaluation of educational initiatives
• Experience collaborating with government agencies, non-profit organizations, and industry partners on educational or workforce initiatives
• Experience partnering with institutions of higher education to develop or implement programs
• Experience engaging with CTE directors and superintendents to advance district or regional goals

Knowledge and Skills

• In-depth knowledge of CTE pathways, higher education, industry partnerships, workforce development, work-based learning, curriculum design, instructional strategies, and assessment methodologies, and accountability requirements
• Strong understanding of student development, as well as best practices for supporting both teachers and adult learners
• Demonstrated expertise in initiating and successfully launching new projects and programs
• Thorough understanding of the grant writing process for state and federal funding opportunities
• Demonstrated ability to develop, manage, and monitor budgets and financial resources effectively
• Comprehensive knowledge in managing both self-directed work and supervising teams to achieve project goals
• Comprehensive knowledge of designing and delivering professional development to adults, utilizing effective presentation and facilitation skills
• Comprehensive knowledge of Texas accountability systems and CCMR expectations

Major Responsibilities

• Serve as a representative of ESC Region 13, displaying courtesy, tact, consideration, and discretion in all interactions with other members of the educational community and with the public
• Lead and supervise the ESC Region 13 College and Career Readiness (CCR) team, ensuring effective work assignment distribution and goal attainment.
• Research, identify, and spearhead the application process for new CTE, higher education, and workforce grant opportunities to enhance student postsecondary and career outcomes.
• Cultivate and strengthen regional partnerships with industry leaders, institutions of higher education (IHEs), workforce boards, economic development organizations, school districts, philanthropic organizations, and donors to broaden college and career opportunities for ESC Region 13 students.
• Manage and oversee the Apple philanthropic project portfolio, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and successful project delivery.
• Administer federal and state Perkins grants, maintaining compliance and maximizing impact on CTE programming.
• Direct College, Career, and Military Readiness (CCMR) accountability support initiatives across the region.
• Oversee CCR-related contracts and monitor contractor performance to ensure deliverables and outcomes are met.
• Initiate, implement, and evaluate CCR grant programs, using data-driven approaches for continuous improvement.
• Lead the development and execution of K-12 career exploration programming in collaboration with regional partners and the mobile lab, ensuring access to innovative learning experiences.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and direct supervision for multiple work teams: Work-based learning, CTE, College and Career Readiness, Apple project, Charter Records
• The role in supervision includes scheduling and assigning work, reviewing performance, initiating disciplinary action, and recommending reclassifications and terminations
• This position will also coach, mentor, and train employees as needed
• Oversight of contractors

Budget Responsibilities

• Oversee all CCR local and grant-funded budgets.
• Seek out and apply for additional funding opportunities.

Working Conditions

• Follow policies and procedures
• Occasional irregular work hours and overnight travel
• Travel in a personal vehicle to a variety of school and off-site meeting settings.
• Physical lifting up to 40lbs.
• This is an onsite, in person position with the ability to work remotely one day per week up to four days per month

Equipment Used

• General office equipment, Windows computer and peripherals, and other equipment as requirements change
• AV equipment
• Microsoft and Apple 1OS enabled devices
• CTE equipment for various industries

The above statements are intended to describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not intended to represent an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills that may be required.