Coordinator: College & Career Pathways - Office of Linked Learning

Ref. PCN11643

High School Linked Learning is looking for a highly experienced professional to support linked learning pathway quality improvement through Pathway Coach development (community of practice and coaching) and Gold Certification. The ideal candidate will have significant experience working in high schools and within the linked learning/pathways context. High School Linked Learning is seeking candidates with exemplary collaboration, communication, and adaptive leadership experience.


Position must be posted for a minimum of 10 days

TITLE:

Coordinator, College and Career Pathways

REPORTS TO:

Assigned Supervisor

DEPARTMENT:

As Assigned

CLASSIFICATION:

Classified Management

FLSA:

Exempt

WORK YEAR/HOURS

261 days / 7.5 hours or days and hours as assigned

ISSUED:

Created: June 2014

SALARY GRADE:

ADCL 16

BASIC FUNCTION : Under minimal supervision, support the District's strategic plan to ensure all students are college, career and community ready. Promote the District's mission of graduating students who are college, career, and community ready by leveraging relationships within the local and national communities to ensure all secondary school students, including those with alternative educational needs, have the means, opportunity, and preparation to attend college and to function effectively in the work place. Develop, coordinate and manage the College and Career Pathways and other initiatives aimed at helping more students succeed academically, including a comprehensive program of business and community internships and work experiences that bring community partners and the District together to achieve this goal.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES: (Incumbents may perform any combination of the essential functions shown below. This position description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, knowledge, or abilities associated with this classification, but is intended to reflect the principal job elements accurately.)

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Develop aligned systems and structures of support for on-going leadership and professional development for pathway coaches focused on supporting pathway teams in meeting the essential elements for College and Career Pathway quality.
• Lead/facilitate monthly community of practice meetings with District College and Career Pathway Coaches.
• Ensure instructional and coaching supports are aligned to the District Strategic Plan, District instructional goals, and the essential elements of high quality College and Career Pathways.
• Coordinate and support OUSD College and Career Pathway Coaches in the development and implementation of pathway coaching plans that are aligned to each of the essential elements of high quality college and career pathways.
• Collaborate with CTE and College and Career Pathways Manager to connect high school and post-secondary educators in the development and creation of dual enrollment and articulation agreements.
• Coordinate and support the collection, analysis and monthly dissemination of District and pathway level student achievement data to ensure a cycle of continuous improvement focused on student outcomes-driven practices.
• Coordinate and promote the Linked Learning Essential Elements of College and Career Pathways, including documentation that demonstrates a cycle of continuous improvement for the purpose of achieving "Certified" status in the Linked Learning Pathway Quality Review.
• Support, mentor and assist College and Career Pathway Coaches in their work with pathway teams of teachers to develop the essential elements of a high quality college and career pathways including student outcomes-driven practice, equity and access, program of study, learning and teaching, work based learning, personalized student support and pathway leadership.
• Collaborate with the OUSD Workforce Development Coordinator and support College and Career Pathway Coaches to increase the numbers of community partners to build greater integrity in the pathway program of study and build capacity for industry involvement and create.
• Coordinate and facilitate pathway teams use of ConnectEd Studios for the collection of evidence and pathway level data
• Collaborate with CTE and College and Career Pathways Manager in the development of UC "a-g" approved courses and curriculum, including planning and coordinating UC Curriculum Integration Institutes (UCCI).
• Develop and lead the process for the establishment of emerging pathways and/or the elimination of pathways that do not meet labor market projections or adhere to the Linked Learning model of college and career pathways.
• Collaborate with District staff to align pathway teacher support.
• Recruit, hire, develop, support, supervise and evaluate staff.
• Plan, lead and attend department meetings; represent Linked Learning College and Career Pathways and LCI at District/community meetings.
• Provide cross-training to other staff managers with the department.
• Travel to school sites as needed.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

TRAINING, EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and 5 years of College and Career Pathways or Small Learning Community teaching experience in any subject.
• Experience as a classroom teacher and school-site administrator required
• Master's degree preferred

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Valid California Driver's License
• Employment eligibility will include fingerprints, tuberculosis and/or other employment clearance

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• California Department of Education Frameworks governing work scope such as: Common Core Standards, Content Standards, Curriculum, Response to Intervention, Full Service Community Schools
• Curriculum development, implementation and improvement including project-based performance-based learning, integrated cross-disciplinary curriculum and CTE Model Curriculum Standards.
• Current District curriculum and school instructional programs in assigned area
• Linked Learning high school reform initiative
• Strategic direction of the District
• Federal, state, and District policies and mandates related to work scope
• Methods to interpret apply and explain rules, regulations, policies, and procedures
• Effective project management
• Local and national career preparedness trends
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy
• Various District bargaining unit contracts related to employee evaluation
• Planning, organization and coordination needed for assigned program
• Effective strategies, theories, techniques, and methods of professional development
• Diverse academic, socio-economic, cultural, ethnic, and disability backgrounds of District students and staff
• Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, and punctuation
• Principles and practices of effective leadership, supervision and evaluation
• Budget preparation and management to ensure fiscal responsibility
• Presentation, communication, and public speaking techniques
• Computer software, hardware, and related technology

ABILITY TO:

• Interpret, apply, and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures
• Communicate effectively in English both orally and in writing
• Understand and follow oral and written directions
• Implement plans and evaluate their outcomes
• Interpret District collective bargaining contract language
• Analyze situations accurately and adopt effective courses of action
• Prioritize responsibilities and meet established schedules and timelines
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others of diverse backgrounds, experience, and personalities
• Address the needs of identified English Learner communities
• Maintain accurate records
• Supervise, coach and evaluate assigned personnel
• Cross-train department personnel
• Work with diverse school sites and conditions
• Perform duties with awareness of all District requirements and policies
• Analyze, interpret and communicate data
• Motivate and support adults to transform their practices
• Plan, organize, and complete work to meet established timelines and deadlines
• Prepare and deliver clear and concise presentations to a variety of audiences
• Participate in District approved professional development to maintain current knowledge of evolving needs of students and the District related to work scope
• Meet District standards of professional conduct as outlined in Board Policy
• Operate personal computer, related software, and other office equipment

WORKING CONDITIONS

ENVIRONMENT:


Office and diverse school site environments; driving a vehicle to conduct work; fast-paced work; constant interruptions

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:


Consistent mental alertness; sitting or standing for extended periods of time; lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling objects up to 30 pounds, occasionally 30+ pounds; bending and twisting at the waist, reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally; dexterity of both hands and fingers while performing duties; seeing to read, write and use the computer; hearing and speaking to exchange information, in person or on the telephone, and make presentations.

NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY:


The Oakland Unified School District does not discriminate in any program, activity, or in employment on the basis of actual or perceived race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, gender, sex, or sexual orientation.