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Career Readiness K-12

Bemis Elementary School · Troy, MI · 3 days ago
OTHRFull-time

About the Role

At Troy School District, we believe every student’s future is full of possibilities. Career readiness is a journey, and each student has their own unique pathway to discover. From the first days of elementary school through high school graduation, we help students explore their interests, grow their skills, and prepare for what comes next—whether that’s college, a career, or service in the military.

Our approach is built around three stages of career readiness:

  • Career Awareness (Elementary School): Helping students begin to see the world of careers and recognize their own strengths and interests.
  • Career Exploration (Middle School): Encouraging students to explore different pathways, connect learning to future opportunities, and start setting goals.
  • Career Preparation (High School): Providing experiences, training, and guidance so students feel confident and ready for their next steps after graduation.

Grades K-5: Career Awareness

Career awareness at the elementary level helps students begin thinking about the world of work in age-appropriate and engaging ways. It’s not about choosing a job, but about exploring interests, discovering strengths, and learning about the variety of careers that exist.

  • Builds curiosity and confidence
  • Connects learning to the real world
  • Encourages goal-setting
  • Promotes equity

Grades 6-8: Career Exploration

Career exploration in middle school helps students begin to connect their interests, strengths, and schoolwork to future career possibilities. It’s a key step between early awareness (in elementary) and making more specific plans in high school.

Career exploration is important for:

  • Self-discovery
  • Goal-setting
  • Decision-making
  • Motivation

Grades 9-12: Career Preparation

Career preparation in high school helps students build real-world skills, gain hands-on experience, and make informed decisions about their future after graduation. It goes beyond exploring careers—it’s about getting ready to enter the workforce, attend college, or pursue technical training.

  • Connects school to the real world
  • Builds job-ready skills (durable or employability skills)
  • Provides experience
  • Supports smooth transition

Programs and Resources

  • Career Accelerator Program
  • 2025 CAP Annual Report
  • Career Readiness K-12
  • Career Awareness (K-5) and K-5 Career Staff Resources
  • Poster Accessible Text
  • Career Exploration (6-8)
  • Career Preparation (9-12)
  • Educational Development Plan
  • 2025-2026 Targets
  • Career & Technical Education
  • Career & Technical Education Parent and Student Guidebook
  • Community Partnerships
  • LTU Early College Experience Program

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