Coordinator IV - Career Pathways and Industry-Based Certifications

Position Type:
Leading District Professional/Coordinator - District Professional

Date Posted:
5/12/2026

Location:
To Be Determined

Closing Date:
Open Until Filled
Coordinator IV - Career Pathways and Industry-Based Certifications

Reports to: Director - Career Pathways and Industry-Based Certifications
PC#: 24214, 24215, 24216, 24217
Pay Grade: 305
Salary Range: $90,225 - $108,704
Duty Days: 239
FLSA Status: Exempt

This is a grant-funded position and is contingent on availability of funds.

Position Purpose

Coordinates the implementation, monitoring, and continuous improvement of Career Pathways and Industry-Based Certifications within the district's College, Career, and Military Readiness (CCMR) pillar, ensuring alignment to state accountability expectations and Outcomes-Based Funding (OBF) priorities. Coordinates work with campuses and central departments to ensure students are enrolled in and successfully complete coherent, rigorous Programs of Study that lead to postsecondary success and economic mobility. Supports pathway execution through student recruitment, retention, certification attainment, and data-driven monitoring to ensure measurable outcomes at scale.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Coordinates the implementation of district-aligned Career Pathways and Programs of Study across secondary campuses, ensuring coherent course sequencing and alignment to postsecondary readiness.
• Coordinates with campuses to ensure alignment between coursework, work-based learning, and Industry-Based Certifications, reinforcing the district's shift from standalone courses to coherent, outcomes-driven pathways.
• Coordinates with and directly supports teachers within assigned pathways to support effective implementation of Programs of Study, including ongoing guidance, problem-solving, and support to strengthen instructional delivery and student outcomes.
• Designs and delivers professional learning aligned to Career Pathways and Industry-Based Certifications, ensuring teachers are equipped to implement pathways with fidelity and drive student success.
• Provides technical assistance and ongoing support to ensure consistent implementation and fidelity of pathway expectations across campuses.
• Coordinates with counselors and campus leadership to support intentional student placement into pathways and increased enrollment in high-value, high-demand programs.
• Supports campus efforts to expand equitable access to rigorous pathways and reduce barriers to student participation.
• Monitors student progress toward pathway completion, certification attainment, and CCMR indicators, and supports campuses in improving student persistence and completion.
• Identifies students off-track and coordinates with campuses to support targeted interventions to ensure successful outcomes.
• Monitors and supports campus performance on CCMR indicators and Outcomes-Based Funding (OBF) metrics, including Industry-Based Certifications and Completer status.
• Coordinates data collection, validation, and reporting to ensure accurate tracking of pathway implementation and student outcomes.
• Uses data to support campuses in improving pathway effectiveness and driving measurable student results.
• Coordinates with principals, counselors, teachers, and central departments to ensure alignment with district CCMR priorities and expectations.
• Coordinates with related CCMR programs, including Dual Credit, Early College, Advanced Academics, Work-Based Learning, and Military Readiness, to ensure coherence across student pathways.
• Coordinates Industry-Based Certification testing logistics, including scheduling, tracking, and reporting, and supports campuses in preparing students for successful attainment.
• Maintains accurate records and documentation related to pathway participation, certification outcomes, and program implementation.
• Supports compliance with PEIMS, Perkins grant requirements, and applicable state and federal regulations.
• Participates in and supports professional learning aligned to pathway implementation, program effectiveness, and continuous improvement.
• Communicates regularly with district and campus leadership regarding program implementation, progress, and support needs.
• Demonstrates flexibility in scheduling and availability, including extended or adjusted work hours during peak delivery periods, large-scale distributions, inventory cycles, and urgent campus needs, to ensure timely, accurate, and responsive service.

Personal Work Relationships

• All Fort Worth ISD employees must maintain a commitment to the District's mission, vision, and strategic goals.
• Exhibits high professionalism, standards of conduct and work ethic.
• Demonstrates high quality customer service; builds rapport/relationship with the consumer.
• Demonstrates cultural competence in interactions with others; is respectful of co-workers; communicates and performs as a team player; promotes teamwork; responds and acts appropriately in confrontational situations.

Other Duties as Assigned

• Performs all job-related duties as assigned and in accordance with Board rules, policies and regulations. All employees are expected to comply with lawful directives in rare situations driven by need where a team effort is required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of state-approved Programs of Study, including coherent pathway design and vertically aligned course sequencing.
• Knowledge of Industry-Based Certifications and their alignment to high-value CCMR outcomes and state accountability.
• Knowledge of CCMR indicators and Outcomes-Based Funding (OBF), including how student outcomes drive accountability and funding.
• Knowledge of designing and supporting rigorous career pathways aligned to postsecondary success and economic mobility.
• Knowledge of student recruitment, retention, and persistence strategies within career pathways to ensure completion of Programs of Study.
• Knowledge of highly effective CTE teacher development and coaching practices, including how to strengthen instruction aligned to pathway outcomes.
• Knowledge of graduation requirements, endorsements, and certification eligibility.
• Knowledge of PEIMS reporting, Perkins grant requirements, and applicable state and federal regulations.
• Skill in coordinating implementation and monitoring of career pathways and certifications across multiple campuses.
• Skill in supporting campuses with pathway execution, certification logistics, and program alignment.
• Skill in data literacy, including the ability to run reports, analyze student-level data, identify trends, and act on insights in real time to improve outcomes.
• Skill in collecting, validating, and reporting data related to pathway participation, certification attainment, and student performance.
• Skill in providing technical assistance, coaching support, and problem-solving to campus staff.
• Skill in coordinating work across counselors, administrators, teachers, and central departments.
• Skill in supporting the design and delivery of professional learning aligned to pathway implementation and student outcomes.
• Skill in managing multiple priorities, projects, and deadlines with strong attention to detail and execution.
• Ability to support consistent implementation and fidelity of district pathway expectations across campuses.
• Ability to use data to drive continuous improvement and strengthen student outcomes at scale.
• Ability to prioritize, organize, and coordinate work under pressure while meeting tight deadlines.
• Ability to build and maintain strong working relationships across campuses and central office teams.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as needed to support campus initiatives, student events, and program implementation.

Travel Requirements

• Travels to District buildings and professional meetings as required.
• Travels as District Administrator on-duty to student competitions in and out of state.

Physical & Mental Demands, Work Hazards

• Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment, including computer and peripherals.
• Posture: Prolonged sitting and standing; occasional stooping, squatting, kneeling, bending, pushing/pulling, and twisting.
• Motion: Frequent repetitive hand motions, including keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching.
• Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds).
• Environment: Works in an office setting; may require occasional irregular and/or prolonged hours.
• Attendance: Regular and punctual attendance at the worksite is required for this position.
• Mental Demands: Maintains emotional control under stress; works with frequent interruptions.

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Education:
  • Bachelor's degree required;
  • Master's degree in Education preferred.
• Certification/License:
  • Valid Texas Teaching Certificate preferred.
• Experience:
  • 3 years of experience in secondary education, career pathways, college and career readiness, or a related campus or district-level role required.
  • Experience supporting Career Pathways, Programs of Study, Industry-Based Certifications, counseling, or CCMR initiatives at the campus or district level, with a demonstrated track record of improving student outcomes at scale aligned to rigorous CCMR indicators required.
  • Experience successfully collaborating with administrators, counselors, and teachers at the secondary level required.
  • Experience working with diverse student populations, particularly in a large urban school district, preferred.

This is a grant-funded position and is contingent on availability of funds.

This document is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.