Work-Based Learning Coordinator – Itinerant (Anticipated Leave Replacement) (FT, 10-month)

Eastern Suffolk BOCES; New York (NY); On-site; USD 58,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

Eastern Suffolk BOCES is seeking a Work-Based Learning Coordinator – Itinerant (Anticipated Leave Replacement) to support CTE programs across Suffolk County. This full-time, 10-month position focuses on integrating work-based learning, coordinating student placements, and building partnerships with local employers.

The role requires NYS certification with the appropriate extension and a background in CTE, plus several years of teaching experience and proven capacity to collaborate with business

Qualifications

• NYS Teacher Certification with Coordinator of Work-Based Learning Programs for Career Development Extension.
• Career & Technical Education background preferred.
• 3-5 years teaching CTE expected.
• Experience working with business partners; securing student experiences, placements, follow-up, and supervision and data collection.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a dedicated resource to assigned CTE cluster programs and teachers, providing ongoing support for work-based learning integration, curriculum connections, and student placement coordination.
• Cultivate and maintain strategic partnerships with employers and industry leaders to create a robust pipeline of work-based learning opportunities that align with student career pathways and regional workforce needs, and engaged B&I partners who are excited to support ESB’s vision of transforming lives
• Facilitate the full continuum of work-based learning experiences as outlined in the NYSED Work-Based Learning Manual, including workplace tours, job shadowing, informational interview, guest speakers, and cooperative (CO-OP) education placements
• Act as the primary point of contact between business partners and CTE programs, ensuring clear communication, mutual benefit, and seamless coordination that serves both employer needs and student learning objectives and supports B&I participation in cluster meetings, advisory boards, and other special events
• Oversee all documentation, safety requirements, training agreements, and regulatory compliance for work-based learning experiences while maintaining high-quality standards that reflect positively on BOCES, participating schools, and industry partners
• Clusters include: Transportation, Distribution and Logistics, Hospitality and Tourism, and Manufacturing Technology

Education

NYS Teacher Certification with Coordinator of Work-Based Learning Programs for Career Development Extension

Job description

POSITION: Work-Based Learning Coordinator – Itinerant (Anticipated Leave Replacement) (FT, 10-month)

SITE/BUILDING: Various

LOCATION: Suffolk County, New York

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Program Support and Teacher Partnership:
  • Serve as a dedicated resource to assigned CTE cluster programs and teachers, providing ongoing support for work-based learning integration, curriculum connections, and student placement coordination
• Business & Industry Relationship Development:
  • Cultivate and maintain strategic partnerships with employers and industry leaders to create a robust pipeline of work-based learning opportunities that align with student career pathways and regional workforce needs, and engaged B&I partners who are excited to support ESB’s vision of transforming lives
• Comprehensive Work-Based Learning Coordination:
  • Facilitate the full continuum of work-based learning experiences as outlined in the NYSED Work-Based Learning Manual, including workplace tours, job shadowing, informational interview, guest speakers, and cooperative (CO-OP) education placements
• Dual-Focused Liaison:
  • Act as the primary point of contact between business partners and CTE programs, ensuring clear communication, mutual benefit, and seamless coordination that serves both employer needs and student learning objectives and supports B&I participation in cluster meetings, advisory boards, and other special events
• Compliance & Quality Assurance:
  • Oversee all documentation, safety requirements, training agreements, and regulatory compliance for work-based learning experiences while maintaining high-quality standards that reflect positively on BOCES, participating schools, and industry partners
• Clusters include:
  • Transportation, Distribution and Logistics, Hospitality and Tourism, and Manufacturing Technology

START DATE: January 4, 2027

MINIMUM STARTING SALARY: $64,469.00

Studies show that women and members of some groups are more likely to underestimate their qualifications for a position. At ESBOCES, we are on a journey to create a more inclusive and equitable organization, which includes our commitment to welcome an inclusive and diverse work and school community. We recognize that a diverse representation in our organization is an essential step. All individuals, including a applicants who identify with a historically underrepresented group, including but not limited to BIPOC (Black/African American, Indigenous/Native American, Persons of Color), Hispanic/Latinx, LGBTQ+, Women, and/or individuals with disabilities, are encouraged to apply.

Application Requirements:

• NYS Teacher Certification with Coordinator of Work-Based Learning Programs for Career Development Extension
• Career & Technical Education background preferred
• 3-5 years teaching CTE expected
• Experience working with business partners; securing student experiences, placements, follow-up, and supervision and support of student learning and data collection

by Friday, October 16, 2026