Career Specialist Instructor & Coach: St. Martin de Porres High School in Cleveland, OH

Career Specialist Instructor & Coach: St. Martin de Porres High School - Catholic Diocese of Cleveland - Cleveland, OH - work from home job Company: Catholic Diocese of Cleveland Job description: St. Martin de Porres High School Cleveland, Ohio POSITION: Career Specialist Instructor & Coach REPORTS TO: Director of Operations, Training, & Credentialing Saint Martin de Porres High School is seeking a dynamic, energetic, and self-driven Career Specialist Instructor and Coach to be part of an innovative college-prep and career readiness high school experience. OUR ORGANIZATION Saint Martin de Porres High School is part of the Cristo Rey Network of Catholic schools designed exclusively for students of modest means. Our competitive edge is our Corporate Work study program, which allows students to gain real world work experience while receiving a college preparatory education. Eighty percent of our students will be the first in their extended families to go to college. Our rigorous curriculum, which includes students working in a corporate environment, was designed specifically for our school by a committee of prestigious educational leaders. Saint Martin was founded in 2004, we are chartered by the state of Ohio and accredited through the Ohio Catholic Schools Accrediting Association. Our mission of College and Career Readiness is centered around five pillars: Work, Study, Serve, Lead, and Pray. POSITION SUMMARY The Career Specialist Instructor and Coach plays a pivotal role in assisting students in their career development journey. This role involves providing guidance, instruction, and coaching to help students identify their strengths, goals, and aspirations. Then, to help them develop the necessary skills and strategies to prepare for college and/or advanced education. This role is responsible for providing professional development to junior and seniors focusing on corporate readiness and career planning. The Career Specialist Instructor and Coach will work closely with individuals, conducting assessments, offering training sessions, and providing ongoing support to empower them in making informed career decisions and achieving their professional objectives. Responsibilities will include: Commitment: This is a 12-month, at-will position. Career Assessment and Planning: Conduct thorough assessments of students skills, interests, values, and goals to determine suitable career pathways. Collaborate with individuals to create personalized career development plans based on their strengths and aspirations. Help individuals set achievable short-term and long-term career goals. Instruction and Training: Design and deliver workshops, seminars, and training sessions on various career-related topics and professional skills. Using the outlined Cristo Rey work study standards, develop and implement curriculum for career readiness courses, summer workshops, and weekly professional development lessons. Create and deliver curriculum by utilizing instructional program guidelines and other materials in planning/developing lesson plans and teaching outlines. Develop and deliver student-centered lessons aligned with, but not limited to, corporate readiness skills, soft skills, technology application, and workplace etiquette. Provide part-time classroom instruction on the effective use of online job search platforms, industry-specific tools, available certifications, and credential opportunities. Apply relevant technology to the delivery and differentiation of student instruction. Utilize Google Applications for the following, but not limited to, lesson delivery, student activities, assessment, communication, and calendar management. Manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures and apply effective classroom management strategies. Maintain discipline in accordance with the rules and disciplinary systems of the school. Encourage and monitor the progress of individual students and use data to adjust instructional strategy. Update all necessary records accurately and completely as required by laws, policies and school regulations. Assign and grade student classwork, homework, tests, and assignments. Provide appropriate feedback on student work to help students improve their skills and career readiness Coaching and Mentoring: Offer one-on-one coaching sessions to guide individuals through the career exploration and job search process. Assist individuals in developing professional skills and applying best practices when in the workforce. Visit students in the workforce and provide intervention and enrichment to increase performance and productivity while at work. Provide strategies to enhance individuals' networking skills, including building and maintaining professional relationships. Communicate with students, parents, employers, and community members to promote the career training program and its benefits. Continuous Learning: Stay up-to-date with current industry trends, labor market dynamics, and changes in hiring practices. Continuously enhance your knowledge of career development strategies and resources. Work with other instructors, school staff, and community partners to ensure effective delivery of career readiness instruction. Documentation and Reporting: Maintain accurate records of individual progress, assessments, and coaching sessions. Prepare regular reports on the success rates and outcomes of your coaching interventions. QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor's degree in education, human resources, business, or a related field. Professional certifications in career development or coaching (e.g., Certified Career Development Facilitator, Certified Professional Career Coach) are advantageous. Proven experience in career counseling, coaching, or related roles. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Knowledge of various industries and labor market trends. Familiarity with career assessment tools and resources. Proficiency in using technology for virtual coaching and remote communication. Preferred current state teaching license, but not required. EXPERIENCE Experience instruction in career readiness skills and strong understanding of workplace professionalism. Minimum of one to two years related experience in education or delivering professional development. Candidates should have at least one year of experience working with high school age students in a professional or volunteer setting. Demonstrated ability to customize instructional support for high school students with a variety of needs and educational backgrounds. Technological competency: Proficiency with Google Suite/MS Office (or similar) applications, virtual instructional platforms, and collaboration tools. Strong verbal and written communication skills, with ability to present information clearly, concisely, and accurately; friendly, persuasive speaking and writing style. Extraordinary customer service orientation. Well organized - conscientious and thorough with detail. Ability to use data to make decisions. Demonstrated experience and understanding of business management and professional business practices. REQUIRED SKILLS & TRAITS A passion for urban education. Ability to work with teenagers from diverse cultural and economic backgrounds. Organized with very effective time management skills. Capable of managing several initiatives simultaneously while working in a fast-paced environment. Understands the need for and is able to maintain and protect all confidential materials and information. Strong problem-solving skills. Ability to relate to and effectively communicate with various audiences including students and parents; corporate sponsors; and colleagues. Strong team player, able to work closely with CWS team members, faculty and staff. Must have strong verbal and written communication skills. DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS Interdisciplinary background with ability to teach across multiple disciplines aligned programs. Experience applying social and emotional learning strategies with high school learners. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, operate a computer, hand-held learning devices, and other office equipment, reach with hands and arms, and must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. PHILOSOPHICAL ATTITUDE Understands and completely embraces the Saint Martin de Porres High School mission and the Cristo Rey Network's Eleven Standards for Mission Effectiveness. Believes that all learning should be set in meaningful context and related to real world experiences. Utilizes pedagogical approaches that include but are not limited to Habits of the mind, Socratic questioning, student and peer coaching, adult and peer presentations, problem-based learning, constructionist approach, inquiry methods, appreciative inquiry methods, and other forms of active learning. Person of faith but not necessarily Catholic. Appreciates that the school is driven by its Catholicity which focuses on the highest level of ethical, moral and social behavior of its students, staff and volunteers. Able and willing to do what it takes to get the job done even if it is not directly related to your job description. Strong sense of being a team player. Excellent Benefits and Compensation: Competitive compensation plan Excellent medical, dental, vision, life, accident, short and long term disability insurance Dependent Care FSA 401(k) with company match Submit cover letter and resume to Human Resources at careers@stmdphs.org Commitment to Diversity and Equal Opportunity Employment Policy Saint Martin de Porres High School encourages individuals of all ethnic, racial, and socioeconomic backgrounds to apply for this position. We are committed to maximizing the diversity of our organization, as we want to engage all those who can contribute to our mission. Saint Martin de Porres High School is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information or characteristics (or those of a family member) or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. Career Specialist Instructor & Coach: St. Martin de Porres High School - Catholic Diocese of Cleveland - Cleveland, OH - work from home job Expected salary: Location: Cleveland, OH Career Specialist Instructor & Coach: St. Martin de Porres High School - Catholic Diocese of Cleveland - Cleveland, OH - work from home job Job date: Wed, 30 Aug 2023 01:28:34 GMT Apply for the job now! Career Specialist Instructor & Coach: St. Martin de Porres High School - Catholic Diocese of Cleveland - Cleveland, OH - work from home job Apply tot his job Apply To this Job