CTE Job Placement Coordinator

Job Placement Coordinator

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Passionate Educators are needed at Stride K12 Texas partner schools, (TXSS). We want you to be a part of our talented team!

The mission of Stride K12 Texas partner schools, (TXSS) is to provide an exemplary individualized and engaging educational experience for students by incorporating school and community / family partnerships coupled with a rigorous curriculum along with a data-driven and student-centered instructional model. Student success will be measured by valid and reliable assessment data, parent and student satisfaction, and continued institutional growth within the academic community. Join us!

The Job Placement Coordinator plays a vital role in supporting Career and Technical Education (CTE) Pathways by connecting students with meaningful work-based learning opportunities, including internships, apprenticeships, and job shadowing aligned with their academic and career goals. This position serves as a liaison between students, educators, and industry partners, facilitating aligned placements that promote successful transitions to employment and postsecondary education. Additionally, the coordinator manages the logistics of job placement, tracks key program data, and ensures compliance with state, industry, and program standards.

This is a full-time position. Ability to work independently, typically 40+ hours per week is required. Ability to maintain a professional home office without distraction during workday, typically 9-5 (or 8-4) or as defined by the school.

Essential Functions : Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

• Coordinate job placement and work-based learning experiences for CTE students, including internships, apprenticeships, job shadowing, and mentorships.
• Provide job-readiness training such as resume writing, interview preparation, soft skills development, and workplace expectations.
• Build and maintain partnerships with local businesses, industry representatives, community organizations, and post-secondary institutions to increase opportunities for students.
• Manage operational logistics of student placements including scheduling, documentation, safety compliance, and MOUs with employers.
• Serve as a central point of contact across campuses to ensure consistent, equitable access to placement opportunities.
• Promote the integration of career development activities into CTE and academic coursework through collaboration with teachers and administrators.
• Track student placement, certification data, and outcomes to support CCMR (College, Career, and Military Readiness) and program accountability.
• Ensure alignment with state standards and industry expectations.
• Support the implementation of Project-Based Learning and other best practices across CTE programs.
• Participate in ongoing professional development at the local, regional, and national levels to stay current with workforce trends and educational practices.
• Assist in ensuring compliance and supporting activities related to program funding and reporting requirements.
• Help organize, coordinate, and participate in annual Advisory board meetings.
• Must be able to walk long distances, stand, sit, lift 30 lbs

Supervisory Responsibilities : This position has no formal supervisory responsibilities.

Minimum Required Qualifications :

Other Required Qualifications :

Desired Qualifications : Experience in a vocational school, college, or any other Career development environment. Experience coordinating employer partnerships or workforce development programs is a plus.

Work Environment : The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Job Type : Regular

The above job is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor. All employment is "at-will" as governed by the law of the state where the employee works. It is further understood that the "at-will" nature of employment is one aspect of employment that cannot be changed except in writing and signed by an authorized officer.