Biddeford Schools Department
Director of Career and Academic Pathways
Biddeford Schools Department, Biddeford, Maine, us, 04007
JobID:
2844
Position Type:
Administration/Administration
Date Posted:
8/23/2024
Location:
Leadership Office (High-Needs School)
Position:
Director of Career and Academic Pathways
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School Description:
We expect staff and students to embrace challenges and strive to attain excellence while exemplifying Tiger PRIDE: Perseverance, Respect, Integrity, Dependability, and Empathy.
Brief Job Duties:
Strategic Vision and Collaboration:
Collaborate closely with the Biddeford Regional Center of Technology to align academic and career-technical curricula, ensuring seamless pathways for students.
Work with school administration, department leaders, and community stakeholders to develop a comprehensive strategic plan for student support services.
Represent the Academic and Career Pathways Department on the BHS Leadership Team, advocating for equitable policies and resource allocation.
Differentiated Student Support:
Oversee the restructuring of student support services into two distinct departments: College and Career Counseling, and Student Health and Wellness.
Cultivate strong partnerships with local colleges, universities, and industry leaders to expand dual enrollment, internship, and apprenticeship opportunities.
Spearhead the creation of personalized academic and career plans for all students, empowering them to explore diverse post-graduation options.
Curriculum and Program Development:
Lead the development of a comprehensive career readiness curriculum, integrating it within the high school experience.
Collaborate with departmental staff to design innovative programming that supports students' social-emotional, mental health, and physical well-being.
Ensure the annual BHS Program of Studies accurately reflects the breadth of academic and career-technical course offerings.
Departmental Leadership and Management:
Supervise and evaluate the performance of department staff, including school counselors, college/career coordinators, and student health professionals.
Foster a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement, and data-driven decision-making within the Academic and Career Pathways team.
Manage departmental budgets and advocate for resources to support the district's student support services vision.
Advocate for students and the school with post-secondary institutions:
Collaborate with COT colleagues to promote career and technical education opportunities.
Care for existing and forge new partnerships with post-secondary institutions for concurrent and dual enrollment through articulation agreements and other cutting-edge partnerships.
Certification/License:
State licensure or certification as a School Counselor and/or Administrator preferred, but novel academic and professional training considered. Criminal History Record Check (CHRC), which includes Fingerprints on file with the Maine Department of Education.
Education:
Master's degree in school counseling, educational administration, or a related field preferred, but novel academic and professional training considered.
Experience:
Previous experience in Pre-K through 16 education for a minimum of 5 years. Work in post-secondary admissions is preferred.
Demonstrated success in leading and managing multifaceted departments or teams.
Extensive knowledge of post-secondary admissions, career development, and student health/wellness best practices.
Proven ability to cultivate partnerships with community organizations, colleges, and industry.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and collaborative skills.
Commitment to equity, inclusion, and empowering students to achieve their full potential.
Live and Work in the Biddeford, Maine Community:
Located along the Atlantic coastline with miles of beaches.
Views of the Saco River to its west.
Less than 20 minutes south of the Greater Portland Area.
Less than two hours north of Boston.
Home to a growing population of diverse residents.
Picturesque downtown.
Maine's youngest city with a median age of 29 in the historic downtown.
Thriving economy.
Many recreational opportunities, including fishing, hiking, biking, public parks, and kayaking.
Equal Opportunity:
The School Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The district shall actively work to have the teacher and administrator workforce reflect the student body's diversity. The School Department's selection will be based on those with the highest capabilities, the most vital commitment to quality education, and the greatest probability of effectively implementing the learning program. Therefore, selections will be made without consideration on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, ancestry or national origin, age, marital status, parental status, disability or genetic information, pregnancy, membership in an employee organization, military service, political affiliation, and any other state or federal prohibitions.
Criminal Background Check:
All employees of Maine schools must be fingerprinted for a criminal history background check. Please create a Department of Education log-in and make an appointment for a fingerprinting appointment at
https://www.maine.gov/doe/cert/fingerprinting .
Please see other Job Openings at:
Biddeford Schools, Dayton School, Southern Maine Administrative Collaborative
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2844
Position Type:
Administration/Administration
Date Posted:
8/23/2024
Location:
Leadership Office (High-Needs School)
Position:
Director of Career and Academic Pathways
Checkout why we are a different experience
School Description:
We expect staff and students to embrace challenges and strive to attain excellence while exemplifying Tiger PRIDE: Perseverance, Respect, Integrity, Dependability, and Empathy.
Brief Job Duties:
Strategic Vision and Collaboration:
Collaborate closely with the Biddeford Regional Center of Technology to align academic and career-technical curricula, ensuring seamless pathways for students.
Work with school administration, department leaders, and community stakeholders to develop a comprehensive strategic plan for student support services.
Represent the Academic and Career Pathways Department on the BHS Leadership Team, advocating for equitable policies and resource allocation.
Differentiated Student Support:
Oversee the restructuring of student support services into two distinct departments: College and Career Counseling, and Student Health and Wellness.
Cultivate strong partnerships with local colleges, universities, and industry leaders to expand dual enrollment, internship, and apprenticeship opportunities.
Spearhead the creation of personalized academic and career plans for all students, empowering them to explore diverse post-graduation options.
Curriculum and Program Development:
Lead the development of a comprehensive career readiness curriculum, integrating it within the high school experience.
Collaborate with departmental staff to design innovative programming that supports students' social-emotional, mental health, and physical well-being.
Ensure the annual BHS Program of Studies accurately reflects the breadth of academic and career-technical course offerings.
Departmental Leadership and Management:
Supervise and evaluate the performance of department staff, including school counselors, college/career coordinators, and student health professionals.
Foster a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement, and data-driven decision-making within the Academic and Career Pathways team.
Manage departmental budgets and advocate for resources to support the district's student support services vision.
Advocate for students and the school with post-secondary institutions:
Collaborate with COT colleagues to promote career and technical education opportunities.
Care for existing and forge new partnerships with post-secondary institutions for concurrent and dual enrollment through articulation agreements and other cutting-edge partnerships.
Certification/License:
State licensure or certification as a School Counselor and/or Administrator preferred, but novel academic and professional training considered. Criminal History Record Check (CHRC), which includes Fingerprints on file with the Maine Department of Education.
Education:
Master's degree in school counseling, educational administration, or a related field preferred, but novel academic and professional training considered.
Experience:
Previous experience in Pre-K through 16 education for a minimum of 5 years. Work in post-secondary admissions is preferred.
Demonstrated success in leading and managing multifaceted departments or teams.
Extensive knowledge of post-secondary admissions, career development, and student health/wellness best practices.
Proven ability to cultivate partnerships with community organizations, colleges, and industry.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and collaborative skills.
Commitment to equity, inclusion, and empowering students to achieve their full potential.
Live and Work in the Biddeford, Maine Community:
Located along the Atlantic coastline with miles of beaches.
Views of the Saco River to its west.
Less than 20 minutes south of the Greater Portland Area.
Less than two hours north of Boston.
Home to a growing population of diverse residents.
Picturesque downtown.
Maine's youngest city with a median age of 29 in the historic downtown.
Thriving economy.
Many recreational opportunities, including fishing, hiking, biking, public parks, and kayaking.
Equal Opportunity:
The School Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The district shall actively work to have the teacher and administrator workforce reflect the student body's diversity. The School Department's selection will be based on those with the highest capabilities, the most vital commitment to quality education, and the greatest probability of effectively implementing the learning program. Therefore, selections will be made without consideration on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, ancestry or national origin, age, marital status, parental status, disability or genetic information, pregnancy, membership in an employee organization, military service, political affiliation, and any other state or federal prohibitions.
Criminal Background Check:
All employees of Maine schools must be fingerprinted for a criminal history background check. Please create a Department of Education log-in and make an appointment for a fingerprinting appointment at
https://www.maine.gov/doe/cert/fingerprinting .
Please see other Job Openings at:
Biddeford Schools, Dayton School, Southern Maine Administrative Collaborative
#J-18808-Ljbffr