Career Coach

The High Prairie School Division is inviting applications for: Career Coach This .8 FTE position is located at GP Vanier School. Georges P. Vanier School is centrally located in the village of Donnelly within the Municipal District of Smoky River No. 130. It is located near the intersection of Highway 2 and Highway 49, located approximately 65 km south of Peace River and 427 km northwest of Edmonton. Our school has a small-town, family atmosphere, while being well-equipped with cutting-edge technology and providing a full array of courses for our junior and senior high students. We offer dual-track programming in French Immersion and English for students in grades 7 to 9 with a full array of courses for our senior high students. Our school has a student population of approximately 230 students and is situated in the heart of northwestern Alberta’s Smoky River region. This is an area comprised of approximately 5,000 residents and is predominantly driven by the agriculture sector as well as the oil and gas industry. Job Purpose: Career Coaches will foster an environment of high expectations and lifelong learning, and will encourage students to always work to their full potential. Career Coaches will engage secondary students in the development and implementation of their transition plans. A student’s individual transition plan may include high school programing, post-secondary and career planning. This will be done through a student centered approach, focusing on exploration, and engaging a student’s support system in the process whenever possible. Duties and Responsibilities: Including but not limited to: Through the following activities, Career Coaches will endeavor to: Support the unique career development journey of secondary students, ensuring that all students are confident in the next steps of their transition plan. Instill a sense of hope and confidence in students as they progress into the next step of their career journey. Increase graduation rates and transition to post-secondary rates among all students in High Prairie School Division. Create opportunities for students to explore their interests and values as they pertain to career planning. Student Career Planning Provide every secondary student with regular ongoing career development discussions about the student’s career needs, interests and goals. Encourage regular self-assessment and continuous career research through My Blueprint and other tools. Career Awareness and Exploration Support the provision of opportunities for students to be exposed to a wide range of occupations and career clusters. Academic Planning and School Success Work closely with students to help them develop a high school plan that creates opportunity and individual success. Guide students to align their high school plan with the requirements of a high school diploma (or certificate) and of their future aspirations. Collaborate with administrators, teachers, Indigenous Education Coaches and Wellness Coaches to deliver wrap around support for students. Dual Credit Support Promote dual credit courses and programs to students and parents as a means for students to explore interests. Coordinate dual credit applications, screening interviews, orientations and textbooks. Provide front line support to dual credit students; liaise with dual credit instructors and teachers (Grad Coach) to support student success. In consultation with a certified teacher (Grad Coach) ensure dual credit marks are submitted to Alberta Education. Transition to Post-Secondary Provide opportunities for students to be exposed to a wide range of post-secondary institutions and programs. Coach students in research of post-secondary programs and through the post-secondary application process. Off Campus Education Promote the Registered Apprenticeship Program. Work closely with Off Campus Coordinator to support students in the Registered Apprenticeship Program. Career Education Support for Teachers Provide teachers with training in My Blueprint (High School Planner). Provide teachers with resources to support lesson plans for career education. Qualifications: High School Diploma or equivalent is required Post-secondary degree, diploma, or certificates in related field is preferred but not required 1-3 years’ experience working in related field is preferred Valid Driver’s License as travel is required Requirements: Cover Letter and Resume Three professional references Successful candidates must produce an ORIGINAL (hard copy), acceptable, recent (less than six months old) Criminal Record Check. Criminal Record Check which must include a Vulnerable Sector Check. Upon joining us, you will find a skilled team that is positive and supportive. Our employees enjoy the fun, children-focused environment, and you’ll appreciate being encouraged to reach for your full potential! This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. While we thank all applicants for their interest, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted. If you require assistance with the application, please contact ApplyToEducation at: 1-877-900-5627