Work-Based Learning & Partnerships Lead

Queen Creek Unified School District; Queen Creek (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Queen Creek Unified School District seeks a Work-Based Learning Coordinator to lead districtwide programs that connect students with business, industry, and postsecondary partners. The role develops systems to expand career exploration, job shadowing, internships, and industry projects, collaborating with district leaders, educators, counselors, and community partners.

The Coordinator analyzes labor market trends and stakeholder input to shape workforce needs, strengthen career pathways, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in education, business, workforce development, or related field.
• Arizona CTE Teaching Certificate preferred.
• Minimum of five (5) years in workforce development, education, business, or related field preferred.
• Experience developing business, industry, community, or workforce partnerships preferred.
• Experience leading workforce development, career readiness, or work-based learning programs or initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain a districtwide work-based learning framework and workforce development initiatives aligned with district goals to support student achievement and career readiness.
• Collaborate with CTE teachers and program leaders to develop meaningful work-based learning experiences aligned with career pathways and industry standards.
• Work with district leaders, counselors, and community partners to integrate career exploration and workforce readiness into the student experience.

Skills

Leadership

Collaboration

Communication

Analytical thinking

Data literacy

Training/Presentation

Background check

Fingerprint clearance

Stakeholder relations

Education

Bachelor's degree

Arizona CTE certificate preferred

Job description

Queen Creek Unified School District seeks a Work-Based Learning Coordinator to lead districtwide programs that connect students with business, industry, and postsecondary partners. The role develops systems to expand career exploration, job shadowing, internships, and industry projects, collaborating with district leaders, educators, counselors, and community partners.

The Coordinator analyzes labor market trends and stakeholder input to shape workforce needs, strengthen career pathways, and