Coordinator of College and Career Advising

Fountain; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Tulsa Public Schools is seeking a Coordinator of College and Career Advising to lead districtwide college, career, and postsecondary readiness initiatives. You will guide Advisors, collaborate with counselors and district teams, and oversee ICAP implementation, postsecondary planning, and work-based learning to drive student outcomes.

The role emphasizes leadership, partnership development, and strategic direction to ensure equitable access to college and career pathways for all students.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in education or related field.
• Minimum three years of experience in effective K-12 teaching, advising, or counseling.
• Current Oklahoma teaching certification required and valid Driver’s License.
• Deep knowledge of college and career-ready requirements and postsecondary indicators.
• Ability to collaborate with partners to advance district workforce and community-readiness goals.
• Strong written communication and ability to publish user-friendly resources.

Responsibilities

• Leads implementation and continuous improvement of districtwide college and career advising programs.
• Provides leadership, coaching, training, and oversight for College and Career Advisors.
• Oversees districtwide ICAP, postsecondary planning, financial aid, and work-based learning.
• Develops annual priorities and monitors implementation and student outcomes.
• Builds and maintains partnerships with postsecondary institutions, employers, and community partners.

Skills

ICAP knowledge

Partnership development

Written communication

Time management

Organizational skills

Flexibility under deadlines

Education

Bachelor's degree in education or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Coordinator of College and Career Advising

Salary Grade: Educational Grade 03/ EG-03

Position Summary

The Coordinator of College and Career Advising leads and coordinates districtwide college, career, and postsecondary readiness initiatives that support students in developing and pursuing individualized plans for life after high school. The Coordinator provides leadership, coaching, and strategic direction for College and Career Advisors and collaborates with school counselors, school leaders, district departments, postsecondary institutions, employers, and community partners. The position oversees implementation of districtwide advising systems, including Individual Career and Academic Planning (ICAP), postsecondary planning, financial aid initiatives, work-based learning, and career exploration; develops annual priorities; monitors implementation and outcomes; and uses student outcome and program data to inform strategy and advance the district's postsecondary readiness goals.

Key Functions

• Leads implementation and continuous improvement of districtwide college and career advising programs
• Provides leadership, coaching, training, and implementation oversight for College and Career Advisors
• Oversees districtwide advising systems, including ICAP, postsecondary planning, financial aid, and work-based learning
• Develops annual priorities and monitors implementation and student outcomes
• Builds and maintains partnerships with postsecondary institutions, employers, and community partners

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's degree in education or a related field required

Experience: Three (3) years of experience in effective K-12 classroom teaching, advising, or counseling

Licenses and Certifications:

• Current Oklahoma teaching certification required
• Valid Driver’s License

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Deep knowledge of college and career-ready requirements, including graduation requirements, college admissions criteria, and workforce needs
• Knowledge of Oklahoma ICAP requirements and postsecondary readiness indicators
• Knowledge of work-based learning and career pathways
• Ability to work with external partners to advance district workforce and community-readiness goals
• Exceptional written communication skills and the ability to design and publish user-friendly resources and tools
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Effective time management, organizational skills, and attention to detail
• Ability to handle multiple demands and competing deadlines with flexibility
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and growth in the role

About Our District

At Tulsa Public Schools, our mission is to inspire and prepare every student to love learning, achieve ambitious goals, and make positive contributions to our world. We are the destination for extraordinary educators and staff who work with our community and families to ignite the joy of learning and prepare every student for the greatest success in college, careers, and life. Our core values of equity, character, excellence, team, and joy guide how we work and interact with each other and our community.