Position Type: Student Support ServicesDate Posted: 10/23/2024Location: Waterbury Career Academy High SchoolDate Available: Immediately After HireClosing Date: Until Position is FilledWaterbury Public Schools JOB CLASSIFICATION DESCRIPTIONJOB CLASSIFICATION TITLE: College and Career Coordinator DEPARTMENT: Academic INCUMBENT NAME: Grant FundedBARGAINING UNIT CLASSIFICATION: Non-Union* *Benefits follow the UPSEU Local424-Unit 69 CBA REPORTS TO: Receives general direction from a Principal or other administrative official of a higher grade. FLSA DESIGNATION: Non-Exempt. 10 months; 35 hours per week $25.00 - $35.83 per hour. Note: This is a non-union, grant funded position that exists as long as grant funds are available.PART I - SUMMARY OF CLASSIFICATION The College and Career Coordinator will be based in area high schools and is responsible for helping high school students define their college and career aspirations and identifying college programs and/or training to meet those aspirations and achieve their educational goals. PART II - MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES A. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor's Degree in applicable field of study/education from an accredited college or university.
- Experience working with high school students in providing college and career readiness assistance and opportunities as it pertains to the duties and responsibilities below. (preferred)
B. CREDENTIALS: C. LICENSURES, CERTIFICATIONS AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a current Motor Vehicle Class D Driver's License. D. CONTINUING EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: E. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Knowledge of applicable local, state, and federal rules, regulations and laws;
- Knowledge of educational testing;
- Knowledge of relevant Board of Education policies and District administrative procedures;
- Knowledge of College Board, Naviance and FAFSA
- Knowledge of career and occupational resources, trends, and opportunities;
- Knowledge of college admission requirements and procedures;
- Knowledge of financial aid requirements, resources and deadlines;
- Knowledge of education requirements and training necessary for future careers;
- Ability and flexibility to interact effectively with students, parents, and other school staff, the administration, and community members of diverse ethnic/racial and socioeconomic backgrounds;
- Ability to maintain appropriate student supervision so that students have a safe and orderly environment in which to learn;
- Ability to provide assistance and information concerning career planning and college entrance to students, parents, staff, and community agencies;
- Ability to facilitate group interaction;
- Ability to utilize computer software;
- Ability to utilize relevant assessment tools, and integrate the results of the assessments into college and career planning preparation for the students;
- Develop and provide information and materials related to career/college opportunities for high school students;
- Ability to plan and implement activities for maximum effectiveness;
- Considerable interpersonal skills;
- Excellent organizational skills;
- Excellent listening skills;
- Oral and written communications skills;
- Problem-solving and analytical skills.
PART III - POSITION SUPERVISES: not applicable PART IV - ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS The following identifies the primary and essential functions of the position and is not intended to be an exhaustive listing of all duties.
- Provide appraisal and advisement to all students through large group, classroom, small group and individual settings regarding academic, and college/career;
- Utilize several venues to reach students and families, including individual conferences with students and families, large group presentations, classrooms, and college visits;
- Maintains a resource library of print & electronic information of college catalogs, college guides, scholarship information, and financial aid;
- Establishes and maintains college/career school website information;
- Track college, career, and FAFSA trends;
- Assist school counselors by reinforcing postsecondary educational/career plans, career assessments & interpreting results to help students in their planning;
- Develop opportunities for students to build an understanding of employability skills and workforce preparedness to successfully enter career of choice;
- Review credits, grades, & transcripts with students, helping them meet graduation requirements and develop academic plans for success and postsecondary planning;
- In collaboration with school counselors, assist students in preparing for FAFSA and college admissions process;
- Assist school counselors by reinforcing that the Waterbury Promise Scholarship eliminates financial barriers to continue post-secondary opportunities;
- Provide college & career counseling, information on scholarships, NCAA requirements, College Board testing;
- Coordinate PSAT/SAT School Day in collaboration with school counselors and administration;
- Coordinate ASVAB testing;
- Coordinate and facilitate college planning nights, financial aid nights, college/career fairs;
- Coordinate and facilitate college tours and admission representative visits to the high school;
- Coordinate and facilitate military and career professional speakers at the high school;
- Participate in parent, teacher, and student meetings as requested and initiate such meetings as needed;
- Participate in team meetings, student strategy teams as needed;
- Serves as a liaison for Student Success Agency (SSA) and communicates with administrators and school counselors;
- Utilizes available technology resources to enhance college and career readiness, including but not limited to: Google Suite, PowerSchool, Occupational Outlook, and Naviance;
- Ability to work closely and effectively with students, parents, and colleagues in the school;
- Readiness to continue to build the school's college and career culture;
- Performs related duties as required.
PART V - Working Conditions, Physical and Mental Requirements Employees appointed to positions in this class must have adequate physical strength, stamina, physical agility and visual and auditory acuity and must maintain such physical fitness as to be able to perform the duties of the class. Incumbents in this class may be exposed to some risk of injury from assaultive or abusive students. A physical examination may be required. Frequency: Place an X in each box that is appropriate to your job. NEVER (N) OCCASIONALLY (O) FREQUENTLY (F) CONSTANTLY (C) 0 % of Shift 1-33% of Shift 34-66% of Shift 67-100% of Shift Working Conditions N O F C Working Conditions N O F C Physical Demands Depth Perception X Standing X Color Distinction X Walking X Peripheral Vision X Sitting X Driving X Lifting X Physical Strength: Carrying X Little Physical Effort (-10 lbs.) X Pushing X Light Work (-20 lbs.) X Pulling X Medium Work (20-50 lbs.) X Climbing X Heavy Work (50-100 lbs.) X Balancing X Very Heavy Work (100+ lbs.) X Stooping X Environmental Conditions Kneeling X Cold (50 degrees F or less) X Crouching X Heat (90 degrees F or more) X Crawling X Temperature Changes X Reaching X Wetness X Handling X Humidity X Grasping X Extreme Noise or Vibration X Twisting X Exposure to Chemicals X Feeling X Exposure to Gases and Fumes X Talking X Exposure to Unpleasant Odors X Hearing X Exposure to bodily fluids X Repetitive Motion X Exposure to dampness X Hand/Eye/Foot Coordination X Confinement to a Small or Restricting Area X Visual Acuity/Near X Mechanical Hazards X Visual Acuity/Far X Physical danger or abuse XThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee assigned to this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job responsibilities and duties performed by personnel so classified. Waterbury Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the District will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the District when necessary.