What are the responsibilities and job description for the CTE Coordinator position at SouthWest Metro Intermediate District 288?
- Provide for system alignment, coherence, and articulation, including ongoing and structural regional or local partnerships with postsecondary education institutions;
- Be a liaison to community and work-force organizations;
- Arrange and direct professional development for CTE staff;
- Foster collaboration among teachers, administrators, program leaders, and school counselors to create a cohesive educational experience for students;
- Collaborate with consortium members;
- Monitor present course offerings for applicability to future job markets and build CTE programs of study;
- Work to create industry-recognized credentials, certificates, and appropriate post-secondary education or employment pathways;
- Make recommendations for long-term adjustments, changes, additions, and deletions in the CTE programs to meet changing job trends and labor market needs;
- Assist in the evaluation and selection of CTE course materials and resources;
- Report data, as a program participation requirement to allow for an evaluation of the program;
- Create plans to meet the data reporting requirements outlined as part of any grant criteria;
- Promote the CTE program through outreach, marketing, and communications.
- Recruit students for available CTE programs;
- Ensure student behavior aligns with school standards and district policies;
- Ensure a safe learning environment by consistently monitoring safety procedures;
- Address transportation concerns and issues as needed;
- Support opportunities for students to participate in after-school, extended day, and out-of-school internships, competitions, and other work-based learning opportunities;
- Understand and apply special education policies, including Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), to support student behavior management;
- Monitor student attendance, collaborate with staff and county officials, and implement attendance plans as needed;
- Utilize student performance data and educator feedback to inform instructional practices;
- Analyze student assessment and program evaluation results to improve instruction and student achievement;
- Coordinate the development and implementation of effective assessment systems and data collection processes to track student progress.
- Communicate with staff, students, parents, and community partners, in a timely and effective manner;
- Provide updates on school activities, concerns, and progress;
- Encourage parental involvement in student education and maintain strong communication with families;
- Share new developments in curriculum and innovative instructional programs to support student achievement.
- Support the coaching, supervision, and evaluation of licensed and non-licensed staff;
- Assist administrators in evaluating teaching staff and other employees, identifying areas for growth, and making recommendations for continued employment;
- Offer individualized coaching to teachers based on classroom observations and data analysis;
- Assist in recruiting and selecting certified and classified personnel.
- Continue professional development through seminars, workshops, research, and professional meetings;
- Collaborate with district leadership to manage budgetary and financial operations in alignment with district policies;
- Support district and school operations as needed;
- Assist in developing and managing state and federal grant proposals and budgets related to CTE.
- Bachelor's Degree
- Experience working with Career and Technical Education programs.
- MN Department of Education District Administrators license or ability to obtain one.
- Enrolled and within one year of completing, or completed a Minnesota State Certification as a Principal and/or Local Vocational Program Director license.
- Current Minnesota Teaching License in a Career or Technical Education pathway.
- Motor Vehicle operator's license or ability to provide own transportation to different worksites.
- Sixth year, doctorate, or other planned program in curriculum and instruction or educational leadership preferred.
- Successful experience in researching and implementing practices related to instruction, curriculum development, professional development and supervision.
- Successful leadership experience in designing and implementing effective instructional programs and coaching, mentoring and training staff/personnel, preferable in more than one capacity.
- Demonstrated understanding, promotion and support of culturally responsive teaching and behavior management practices.
- Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiating instruction based upon student learning styles.
- Knowledge of K-12 school curriculum and concepts in multiple areas, including regular and special education, as well as elementary, middle and high school levels.
- Knowledge of best practices in administration, program evaluation and staff supervision.
- Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
- Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education, special education, individuals with disabilities, etc.
- Ability to direct the on-going instructional programs for the District, providing for innovative programs and modifications to improve the quality of instruction.
- Ability to plan, organize and coordinate projects, work and training related to the implementation and supervision of the K-12 instructional programs for the District.
- Ability to apply contemporary curriculum frameworks and current national and state standards for student learning.
- Ability to prepare oral or written communications, such as presentations, reports, memoranda, letters, grant proposals, curriculum documents, etc.
- Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff, parents, community and others contacted in the course of work.
- Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills; ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
- Ability to organize multiple tasks and conflicting time constraints.
- Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to leadership, performance and professional growth.
- Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with HSA/FSA options
- Dependent Care FSA
- Vacation and Sick Time
- Personal Time Off
- Basic Life Insurance and AD&D
- Voluntary Life Insurance and AD&D
- 403(b) with a District dollar for dollar match
- TRA/PERA (Pension Plan)
- Long Term Disability
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Pet Insurance
JobID: 1401
Position Type:
Administration
Administration
Date Posted:
3/21/2025
3/21/2025
Location:
Dean Lakes Education Center
Dean Lakes Education Center
Date Available:
07/01/2025
07/01/2025
The SouthWest Metro Intermediate District #288 has a full-time opening for a CTE Coordinator at the Dean Lakes Education Center in Shakopee, MN.
SouthWest Metro serves students in 11 member districts and 8 associate member districts across the southwestern Twin Cities metropolitan area with programs in Special Education, Career and Technical Education, Care & Treatment, Adult Education, and Alternative Education. We invite you to embrace your own value, potential, and ability at SouthWest Metro, while empowering others to discover theirs. We work to empower ALL learners to realize their self-worth through personalized educational instruction, connection to resources, and access to a supportive learning environment.
Description:
1.0 FTE CTE Coordinator, 260 Days, Year Round. This position will support Career and Technical Education programs District-Wide.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
Under the leadership and support of the Executive Director of Teaching & Learning, the primary responsibility of this job is to assist and coordinate Career & Technical Education programs; work collaboratively to provide high-quality educational programs for all students; support program operations; assist in instructional leadership including onboarding and ongoing coaching and support for new CTE staff; assist in student behavior management; and support the coaching and/or supervision of staff within the program.
Instructional and Program Leadership:
Qualifications:
Application Procedure:
Apply Online at swmetro.k12.mn.us/employment_opportunities
Selection Procedure:
Applications will be reviewed beginning immediately until the position is filled. Those selected for interviews will be contacted.
Pay & Benefits:Apply Online at swmetro.k12.mn.us/employment_opportunities
Selection Procedure:
Applications will be reviewed beginning immediately until the position is filled. Those selected for interviews will be contacted.
The pay range for this position is $90,000-$120,000 anually. Competitive and comprehensive benefit package available:
Salary : $90,000 - $120,000
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