CTE EXPEDITIONARY LEARNING COORDINATOR.

Summary :

Assist the CTE Director in the development and the implementation of an Expeditionary Learning program (EL). They will facilitate project-based learning experiences, coordinating cross-disciplinary units, managing student expeditions, and fostering strong partnerships with the community to enrich student learning through real-world, inquiry-based experiences, all while aligning with the EL philosophy and pedagogical practices.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :   These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

Assist the CTE Director in the coordination of :

• Support the development, implementation, and guidance of the Expeditionary Learning program team.
• Provide coaching and leadership to EL program stakeholders and staff.
• Designing and implementing engaging, inquiry-based Expeditionary Learning units across subject areas, ensuring alignment with state standards, EL and CTE framework.
• Defining the "big questions" and guiding questions to drive student exploration and critical thinking within each expedition.
• Developing authentic assessments to measure student learning progress on expeditions.
• Building relationships with local organizations and businesses to provide relevant learning experiences for students. Organizing and leading student-led expeditions, including field trips, community projects, and research-based investigations. Coordinating logistics for expeditions, such as transportation, permits, guest speakers, and safety protocols.Facilitating professional development opportunities related to project-based learning, inquiry-based instruction, and community engagement.
• Providing ongoing support and training to teachers on implementing EL practices in their classrooms.
• Leading collaborative planning sessions to ensure alignment across disciplines and expeditions.
• Coordinating family engagement activities to support student learning and expedition participation.
• Monitoring student progress on expeditions through formative and summative assessments.
• Support, facilitate and evaluate the development and implementation of Expeditionary Learning Program, systems, data collection, evaluation, screening, and practices with all school sites. Analyzing data to identify areas of strength and improvement in the EL program.
• Communicating student learning outcomes to stakeholders, including parents, administrators, and community partners.

Minimum Requirements :

Competencies :

Teamwork – Exhibits objectivity and openness to others’ views; gives and welcomes appropriate feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit; puts success of team above own interests;

Planning / Organizing – Prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time efficiently; plans for additional resources; conserves organizational resources;

Computer Skills – To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of computer operating systems;

Customer Service – Maintains professional demeanor when dealing with difficult or emotional situations; responds promptly to staff, student and public needs; solicits feedback to improve service; responds to requests for service and assistance;

Mathematical Skills – Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals;

Interpersonal Skills – Keeps emotions under control; remains open to others’ ideas and tries new things; shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; promotes a harassment-free environment;

Oral and Written Communication – Listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions; participates in meetings; read and comprehend written and verbal instructions; writes clearly and informatively;

Professionalism – Approaches other in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts responsibility for own actions; follows through on commitments;

Quality – Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; applies feedback to improve performance; monitors own work to ensure quality;

Safety and Security – Observes safety and security procedures; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly;

Attendance / Punctuality – Is consistently at work and on time; arrives at meetings and appointments on time;

Dependability – Follows instructions, responds to management direction; takes responsibility for own actions; meets commitments; follows policies and procedures.