Resource Teacher, CTE Regional Work-Based Learning Coordinator (10-month) - District Wide

Baltimore County Public Schools; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution seeks a passionate Resource Teacher to lead work-based learning initiatives across multiple schools. This role is vital for equipping students with essential academic and technical skills, fostering their readiness for future careers. The ideal candidate will collaborate with educators and community partners to create impactful learning experiences, ensuring students gain valuable insights through internships and apprenticeships. If you are dedicated to shaping the future workforce and enhancing educational outcomes, this is a remarkable opportunity to make a difference in students' lives while being part of a supportive and dynamic team.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits program

Paid holidays

Sick leave

Flexible leave options

Retirement plan

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and three years of teaching experience required.
• Maryland Professional Certificate and Work-Based Learning endorsement needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction and program management in career development and work-based learning.
• Collaborate with staff and institutions to maintain career pathways.

Skills

Pedagogy for work-based learning

Curriculum development

Instructional techniques

Data analysis

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Critical thinking

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in applicable field

Maryland Professional Certificate

Tools

Spreadsheet applications

Word processing applications

Database applications

Job description

Resource Teacher, CTE Regional Work-Based Learning Coordinator (10-month) - District Wide JobID: 22025

• Position Type:
  TEACH - SECONDARY/ VOCATIONAL (T10900)
  
  
• Date Posted:
  2/13/2025
  
  
• Location:
  DISTRICT WIDE (000000)
  
  

BALTIMORE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

CLASS TITLE: Resource Teacher, Career and Technical Education (CTE) Regional Work-Based Learning Coordinator (10-month) - District Wide
REPORTS TO: CTE Supervisor
DEFINITION: Under the direction of the CTE office, provide leadership and daily support to students, school-based staff, and community stakeholders through the coordination of work-based learning (WBL) for an assigned group of schools. Provide instructional and leadership services that prepare students with the related academic, critical thinking, computer technology, workplace readiness, and technical skills essential to pursuing career pathways in career research and development. Coordinate students in work-based learning experiences, including internships, apprenticeships, and capstones. Provide daily support to teachers and staff, assist with professional development activities, and monitor data, student engagement, equity, and access. Performs other duties as assigned.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:

• Provide instruction and program management at the high school level in areas of career development, work-based learning, and related instruction.
• Implement seminar sessions covering workplace readiness and career development topics for all students in assigned WBL cohort which include critical thinking and problem-solving skills needed for current and future industry employment standards.
• Provide instruction in teamwork, communications, problem solving, decision making, and computer technology which relate to the workplace and higher education skills needed in business and industry.
• Collaborate with staff and postsecondary institutions to develop and maintain career pathways which prepare students for apprenticeship, community college, or university degree programs.
• Prepare instructional materials, maintain equipment, and manage materials of instruction which maximize the resources needed to deliver a diverse instructional program.
• Understand and effectively relate to and teach high school students as they become productive young adults and members of the community.
• Contribute to the mission of the school by supporting progress toward attainment of school improvement plan and career completer goals.
• Partner with employers and community groups to promote and advance technical and employability skills.
• Participate in recruitment and selection of students for work-based learning.
• Attend monthly WBL meetings. Coordinate extended year WBL for students during the summer.
• Create an instructional environment that is conducive to the intellectual, physical, social, and emotional development of students.
• Communicate standards, achievements, and deficiencies to students and parents. Meet with students and parents.
• Maintain complete and accurate student academic, attendance, and disciplinary records. Monitor and assess students’ academic progress.
• Collaborate with school administrators, other teachers, paraeducators, parents, and community members in the education of students.
• Maintain accurate records for student work-based learning according to Risk Management procedures, child labor and employment of minors law, and Blueprint data collection requirements.
• Monitor students at their work-based learning sites to assess their skill development, provide support, track appropriateness of workplace conditions, and monitor suitability of placements.
• Conduct in-person site visits to students at their work site at a minimum twice per month.
• Complete and submit monthly and quarterly reports pertaining to career development projects and work-based learning.
• Establish relationships with business, local workforce navigators, and higher education partners for the purpose of providing work-based learning experiences, registered youth apprenticeships, and program support.
• Monitor and assist in the maintenance of required documentation for registered youth apprenticeships and work-based learning experiences.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education, Training, and Experience:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in an applicable field. Three years of successful teaching experience in a related area to the position duties.
Licenses and Certificates:
Possession of, or eligibility for, a Maryland Professional Certificate. Possession of, or eligibility for, Work-Based Learning endorsement required.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of pedagogy for work-based learning.
• Knowledge of curriculum.
• Knowledge of effective instructional techniques.
• Knowledge of instructional materials and equipment.
• Knowledge of CTE programs, articulations, and certifications.
• Knowledge of current issues and trends in work-based learning.
• Skill in instructing students.
• Skill in preparing and implementing lesson plans.
• Skill in the use of data analysis, professional learning communities, instructional leadership, and spreadsheet, word processing and related applications.
• Skill in communicating with students, their parents, administrators, and others.
• Coursework and/or experience which supports knowledge of curriculum development and supervision.
• Demonstrated expertise in career development and work-based learning.
• Technology competency: knowledge of and skill in the use of database, internet, spreadsheet, word processing, and related applications.
• Outstanding communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Ability to implement and model effective instructional strategies in the classroom.
• Ability to establish a schedule to ensure all WBL students at assigned locations are visited and provided with instruction as required under WBL procedures.

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:
WBL Coordinator will be assigned a region in which to visit schools and students. Work requires travel to schools and work sites and documentation of daily activity.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Requires attendance at after-school and evening meetings and events.

GRADE: TABCO 10-month pay scale
SALARY: $60,000-$119,522
OTHER COMPENSATION: Position may be eligible for relocation bonus, extra duty activities pay, or other student activities pay as defined in the applicable Bargaining Unit Agreement.
FLSA STATUS: Exempt

RETIREMENT: Eligible for membership in the Maryland State Retirement Agency.
BENEFITS: BCPS offers a comprehensive benefits program for eligible employees including options for medical plans, dental plans, vision, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, disability coverage, and 403(b)/457 plans. Other benefits include paid holidays, sick, personal business, and bereavement days, and flexible leave options such as FMLA, sick bank, and board approved leaves. All new hires will attend a benefits meeting upon hire.
Citizenship, residency or work VISA in United States required
Application Instructions
Please read and carefully follow the instructions provided below.

• Applicants are required to have a completed application on file for employment with Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS). Each time an applicant applies to a job with BCPS, the application must be resubmitted.
• Professional references must be submitted to complete your application. Examples of professional references include current and former principals, supervisors, managers, mentor teachers and university/college supervisors. Personal references from colleagues, friends, community members, etc. will not be accepted.
• Be sure to account for all periods of employment and unemployment, including student teaching and internship experience, and include names, addresses, and telephone numbers of employers.
• Be sure to answer all criminal background questions. If you answer "yes" to any of the criminal background questions you must provide a written explanation.

Before you can be considered for employment, you MUST have the following items attached to your application:

• A copy of your TEACHER CERTIFICATION (if applicable).
• A copy of your TRANSCRIPTS.
• A copy of your PRAXIS or other state test scores.
• A copy of your MARYLAND IN-SERVICE COURSE SLIPS (if applicable).

Pre-Employment Requirements:

• All persons employed by the Baltimore County Public Schools, regular and temporary, are required to be fingerprinted and have a criminal background investigation (per COMAR) completed.
• Anyone offered employment is required to provide proper identification and documentation of eligibility for employment in the US.
• If you have military experience you will be asked to provide a copy of DD214.
• Official transcripts for all higher education must be received prior to contract signing.
• Some positions will require employees to undergo a physical examination and/or drug testing.
• All newly hired personnel must attend a Benefits Orientation session.
• Additional job verification will be required for salary credit.

Non-Discrimination Statement
The Board of Education of Baltimore County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, or veteran status in matters affecting employment or in providing access to educational programs or activities.
Contact Information:

Wendy Gigler
Secondary Staffing Team
6901 Charles Street, E Building
Towson, Maryland 21204
Phone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]