Career Development Specialist

12 for Life Career Development Specialist REPORTS TO: 12 for Life Coordinator JOB OBJECTIVES (Purpose of the position) Responsible for developing, delivering, and coaching employment, essential life skills based curriculum, and workshops for students in the 12 for Life program. The goal of this position is to assist students with awareness, knowledge, and skills necessary to successfully achieve their high school diploma and transition to higher education, enlistment or employment ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS (Functions Essential To Attaining Job Objectives) Strategic Goal Area I – Student Achievement Develop respectful, collaborative relationships with all students using a student-centered and learning-focused approach to build trustSet clear expectations and develop assessments with feedback that tie to the transition from student to employeeDevelop engaging, interactive learning sessions and workshops using a variety of delivery methods to assist students with employability and essential life skillsWork with students to develop organizational skills and enhance self-management skills to assist success both in the classroom, at work, and future employmentWork directly with senior students on resume building and interviewing skills, providing feedback and coaching to equip students with skills necessary for career interviewsAssess student readiness to meet completion requirements for GeorgiaBEST participation certificatePromote student engagement and monitor student progressSupport students with encouragement Strategic Goal Area II – Stakeholder Engagement & Loyalty Work collaboratively with instructors, Southwire personnel, and parents to ensure student successWork collaboratively with industry partners to schedule guest speakers, networking fairs, and mock interviews for students to implement employability skill.Coordinate public relations aspects of the 12 for Life program in collaboration with the 12 for Life and Southwire Leadership TeamsDevelop strategies to introduce students to opportunities to be enrolled, employed, or enlisted upon graduationPromote 12 for Life by managing social media platforms Strategic Goal Area III – Efficient and Effective Organizational Processes Understand the manufacturing processes at the 12 for Life facility and other local businesses and industryRepresent and serve as a community spokesperson for the programMaintain records in School Links Strategic Goal Area IV – Continuous System and School Improvement Recruit students for STEM School at 12 for LifeProvide leadership for maintaining and improving attendanceWork with Coordinator to assist with Interview and Orientation days Other Expectations Adhere to the Code of Ethics for Educators in Georgia Demonstrate prompt and regular attendance /timelinessComplete assignments and requirements on time and in compliance with directionsMaintain accurate, complete, and appropriate records and file reports promptlyMaintain confidentiality of information and records for students and staffCommunicate effectively with students, peers, administration, parents and publicExhibit pleasant behavior and project a positive image when dealing with stakeholders and the publicFollow and enforce regulations concerning student conduct, discipline, and attendanceUse exemplary instructional and motivational techniques JOB STANDARDS (Minimum qualifications needed to perform essential job functions) Bachelor's degree, requiredValid Georgia Teaching Certificate or the ability to obtain oneExperience working with economically disadvantaged youth from diverse backgrounds (preferred)Understand the multiplicity of social services available in the community to support students at risk of not graduating (preferred) JOB LOCATION (Place(s) where work is performed) 12 for Life Facility EQUIPMENT (Machines, devices, tools, etc., used in job performance) Current Technology and Specialized Resources FLSA: Exempt Name Of Evaluation Instrument For This Job Description Teacher Keys Effectiveness System