Position Title: Work Based Learning Specialist

Job Title: Work Based Learning Specialist I

Function: Instruction

Family: Instructional Support

Reports to: Campus Principal Pay Grade: E17

Terms of • 210 days per year. FLSA Classification: Exempt

Employment: • Non-Chapter 21 employment agreement.

• Salary is in the pay grade E17 on the Exempt

SAISD Compensation Plan.

• Entry salary is at $63,420.00 with consideration

Funding This position is grant funded; therefore, annual employment is contingent upon the

Source: availability of funds.

Job Scope

Uses significant independent judgment and familiarity with the field to perform work. May be responsible for the

administration of various moderate and high complexity departmental programs and may lead a group of

employees. May develop policies and procedures and oversee the implementation and execution of them.

Position Summary

Assist in the planning, development, and coordination of the career-industry, technology, science, and other

curriculum. The Specialist will oversee a menu of industry and work-force engagement opportunities. These

opportunities stem from school-based activities, mentoring, internships, career talks, as well as work-based

opportunities, (and) job shadowing. The Specialist will facilitate student learning through recruiting prospective

business mentors, working with SAISD to vet all volunteers, provide mentor training to faculty, students and

volunteers while working in conjunction with school faculty to develop mentorship curriculum, arrange for guest

speakers, and job shadowing events. The Specialist will also work with the industry advisory committee to ensure

that curriculum and student activities align with industry needs, while assisting with the design of the project based

learned units.

Essential Functions / Key Responsibilities

1. Coordinates campus level programs that provide students with employability skills and a strong

understanding of all aspects of industry needs.

2. Coordinates partnerships with related business/industry entities that will help students obtain work base

learning opportunities on and off campus, industry certifications, field experiences, and internships.

3. Coordinates, trains, and monitors the administration of career assessment instruments to help students
identify individual interests, abilities, aptitudes, values, and skills.

4. Assists in the integration of core academics into the Career and Technical Education (CTE) courses.

5. Coordinates and leads professional learning for campus staff around Workforce Based Learning strategies.

6. Participates in all campus based professional learning.

7. Assists with the coordination and planning of summer bridge programs.

8. Assists and monitors student recruitment.

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9. Assists with the coordination and planning of Work Based Learning (WBL)resources in ARDs to help support

special education students participate in CTE programs.

10. Assists with the coordination and planning of WBL resources to help CTE programs serve Limited English

Proficient (LEP) students.

11. Participates in professional organizations, meetings, and conferences at local, state, and national levels, as

appropriate and feasible for professional growth and development.

12. Meets regularly with CTE Departments to obtain feedback and enhance instruction.
13. Meets regularly with the campus leadership team.

14. Coordinates partnerships with post-secondary educational institutions that will help students obtain

certifications, dual credit, Industry Based Certifications and CTE articulated credit.

15. Implements improvement plans, assists, and supports teachers.
16. Completes all local, state, and federal reports as needed.

17. Maintains confidentiality of information.

18. Performs other related duties as assigned within the appropriate skill and experience capabilities expected

for this position.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university or 4 years equivalent experience

• 5+ years of related experience to include:

o 3 years of experience with industry and /or post-secondary instruction

• Candidate must have satisfactory outcome of fingerprinting background check. Non-refundable fee

(approximately $50.00) paid by the employee

Preferred Requirements

• Valid Texas Teacher Certification

• Experience in developing/implementing curriculum

• Experience in developing/implementing staff development
  

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to use computer technology in administrative and educational settings

• Excellent organizational ability

• Demonstrate oral and written communication skills, problem-solving and consensus-building expertise,

and excellent human relations skills

• Methods, materials, and techniques employed in the administration of staff development

• Knowledge of research methods and sources of information related to education

• Knowledge of the latest research, trends, and developments in all areas of education, specifically

programs related to curriculum, instruction, assessment, and professional development

• Knowledge of High School Career & Technical and/or Technology TEKS as well as associated shifts in

pedagogical practice, next generation assessment instruments, project-based learning, 21st century

learning skills and strategies, technology integration, assessment literacy, and student engagement

strategies2 Reference Guide San Antonio Independent School District 3

• Knowledge and experience in Project Based Learning Programs
  

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Working Conditions

Work Environment:

• Computer, computer software programs and peripherals, teacher resource materials and

equipment, copier, fax, and other equipment applicable to position.

• Frequent exposure to: temperature extremes (hot and cold), humidity extremes, noise. Occasional

exposure to: biological hazards (communicable diseases, bacteria, insects, mold, fungi, etc.

Physical Demands/Requirements:

• Maintain emotional control under stress; work with frequent interruptions/deadlines; frequent sitting,

standing, walking, climbing, balancing, pulling and pushing; reaching, repetitive hand motions, hearing,

speaking clearly, visual acuity and prolonged data input; occasional lift/carry light, moderate 15-44 pounds.

Supervisory Responsibilities / Direct Reports

• None
  

It is the policy of San Antonio ISD not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age,

sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation or disability in its vocational programs, services or

activities as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended; Title IX of the Education

Amendments of 1972; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, and SAISD's board policies

DIA, FFH, and FFI.