The School-to-Career Coordinator works with the high school staff to provide career-based learning opportunities for all students. Responsibilities include the promotion, organization, implementation, and evaluation of career-based experiences and other related duties for students in Grades 9 – 12. The School-to-Career Coordinator will work with various businesses in the Middlesex area to develop opportunities for students to obtain information and experiences about business operations and careers. The School-to-Career Coordinator also works with the high school staff to provide the promotion of college and post-secondary learning opportunities for all students. Support each Junior and Senior member of the student community through the organization of internships and work experience opportunities.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Develop and maintain a system framework for the Career Exploration program for Grades 9 – 12.
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Responsible for educating grade 9 students on our Career Pathways Program via teaching a special course.
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Develop and maintain system framework for Work-Based Learning Programs.
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Experience in working with grant-funded programs i.e. Perkins Grant.
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Develop and maintain partnerships with business and community members; solicit and recruit participation of new partners, including alumni and diverse groups.
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Develop relationships and partner programs with local community colleges.
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Manage the staffing in the Career/College Center.
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Coordinate company visits, mock interviews, and job shadows in support of the school’s career exploration program - Career Pathways Committee (Parents and Community Members).
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Coordinate and maintain parent and community communication regarding career education utilizing the school website and the principal’s newsletter.
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Develop marketing materials, brochures, presentations, and forms for various programs including business and education partnerships.
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Represent Cromwell High School as an active participant in local, regional, and state education and business committees.
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Coordinate data collection relevant to student experiences in Grades 9 – 12 and post-high school.
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Attend meetings as directed by the Principal.
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Coordinate summer internships for students.
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Perform other duties, as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
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Teaching Certification: Cooperative Work Education Certification (104) or the ability to obtain the (104) Certification, and any other secondary endorsement (Technology-047 or Business-010 preferred).
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Prior experience with a high school career exploration program.
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Prior experience with a college promotion and financial aid assistance program.
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Prior experience with the Connecticut Personalized Learning Diploma requirement.
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Effective communication skills requiring frequent contact with the public.
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Skill in computer operations and use of programs involving Google Apps for Education.
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Motivated and energetic.
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Proficient organizational skills.
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Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with staff and students.
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Attention to detail and follow-through.
REPORTS TO: Building Administrator(s)
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Schedule: Follows the teacher’s schedule and contract
Salary and benefits as outlined in the teachers contract. See teachers contract. Position start August 24, 2026.
