Career Coach, John Handley High School (Educational Support Specialist II)

About the position This quasi full-time position will serve as a one-stop resource in the high school for middle majority students. The position will facilitate dual enrollment registrations and coordinate with Laurel Ridge Dual Enrollment (DE) Specialists to assist students interested in earning a degree or credential at the time of graduation. The career coach will coordinate career assessments, assist with writing academic career plans, and will serve as a resource to counselors and other staff in career counseling. The career coach will assist with post-graduation plans, including college placement testing, financial aid, trade and technical school applications, and support students planning to enter the workforce directly. The position will also work closely with the WBL coach or other school staff to support student referrals of WBL experiences, including a focus on employability and soft skills training. The coach will stay informed about programs at the college, including transfer and non-transfer degrees, certificates, and career studies certificates. They will attend training to stay current regarding program changes at Laurel Ridge and will complete all reports as required. Responsibilities • Facilitate dual enrollment registrations for students. • Coordinate with Laurel Ridge Dual Enrollment Specialists. • Assist students in writing academic career plans. • Provide career counseling resources to counselors and staff. • Assist with post-graduation plans including college placement testing and financial aid. • Support students applying to trade and technical schools. • Work with WBL coach to support student referrals for WBL experiences. • Focus on employability and soft skills training. • Stay informed about college programs and changes. • Complete required reports. Requirements • Proven subject matter knowledge evidenced by training, experience, and/or credentials. • Experience utilizing oral and written communication skills in presentations and reports. • Computer technology experience with Word, Excel, and other commonly used platforms. • Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing to a diverse customer population. Nice-to-haves • Experience administering and interpreting assessments. • Experience conducting workshops for small groups. • Demonstrated proficiency with computer software and ability to learn new software quickly. • Demonstrated ability to work well with others. • Demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously. • Previous secondary school experience, preferably in a high school setting. • Ability to communicate effectively in Spanish, both verbally and in writing. Benefits • Eligible for the benefits package offered by the Commonwealth of Virginia for state agencies. Apply tot his job