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Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools · 4 hours ago

Executive Director of Career & Technical Education

Charlotte, NC

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

5+ years exp

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools is seeking an Executive Director of Career & Technical Education to oversee and enhance the district's career and technical education programs. This role involves planning, implementing, and monitoring educational pathways to prepare students for success in college and careers while ensuring compliance with relevant laws and policies.

EdTechEducationSecondary Education

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Adhere to all state, federal, and local laws, policies, and procedures including but not limited to the Comprehensive Local Needs Analysis

Lead, manage, supervise, and evaluate assigned programs/staff in the district

Collaborate in the development of strategic plan to meet the objectives set forth by the Superintendent and the Board of Education

Provide leadership and direction for career and technical education, and other related programs, ensuring quality programs are available that meet students' needs

Develop and implement the annual Career and Technical Education Local Plan based on requirements of state and federal laws

Measure and analyze performance data to improve instruction and student performance

Coordinate the annual collection of data including: VEIS (Vocational Education Information System), academic, and technical measures to meet state and federal achievement benchmarks

Prepare and submit all necessary reports as required by the LEA, State Board of Education and federal law governing Career and Technical Education (Perkins Legislation)

Develop career, technical, and magnet programs that encourage exploration of various industries including STEM, trades, and school-selected curriculum

Oversee the presentation of both industry and higher education to ensure students have a clear understanding of a variety of career pathways

Collaborate with learning community leadership and staff to provide pathways and advanced coursework opportunities for students

Collaborate to create pathways to success for all students after graduation; work with school counselors to ensure students are enrolled in the appropriate courses and provided with opportunities

Collaborate to develop school-level strategies for implementing programs that are aligned with district initiatives

Engage in external partnerships to garner support for CMS financial and strategic postsecondary goals including Charlotte Executive Leadership Council (CELC), Queen City Collaborative, Leading on Opportunity, and Charlotte Works

Monitor and participate in the development and administration of the department budget

Facilitate professional development and attend other related meetings as needed/required

Participate in professional development workshops and leadership training

Create an inclusive environment with positive communication/public relations

Perform related work as assigned or required

Qualification

NC CareerTechnical Education curriculumCareerTechnical Education regulationsData analysis for instructionBudget developmentMonitoringEducational trends in CTESoftware proficiencyIndependenceEffective communicationProblem-solving skillsTeam collaborationInitiative

Required

Master's degree required

Valid, or ability to obtain, NC Career and Technical Education Administrator License (711) required

Minimum of five (5) years of related experience within the past eight (8) years as required to obtain license NC Career and Technical Education Administrator License (711) required

Comprehensive knowledge of the North Carolina Career and Technical Education curriculum and program

Comprehensive knowledge of the practices, procedures and regulations relating to Career and Technical Education

Comprehensive knowledge on how to utilize appropriate data and information to make instructional decisions for students

Thorough knowledge of federal, state, and local policies/regulations regarding curriculum planning and organizational development

Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of educational trends in career and technical education, magnet programs, and other related programs that prepare students for post-secondary success

Skilled in the use of current software to include word processing, spreadsheets, and desktop publishing applications

Ability to learn and use specialized tools, equipment, or software related to business needs

Ability to implement local, state, and federal rules, guidelines, and procedures into daily business operations

Ability to develop and monitor a budget

Ability to direct and evaluate the work of others

Ability to communicate effectively

Ability to reason, make judgments, and maintain effective working relationships

Ability to employ positive communication skills in all settings/mediums

Ability to problem-solve utilizing sound judgment

Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding school system business

Ability to take initiative, work independently, and exercise sound judgement

Ability to develop related charts, graphs, reports, and records pertaining to school planning and strategy

Ability to conceptualize, initiate, monitor, and evaluate new and/or current programs

Demonstrated ability to perform detailed work, planning, risk assessments, and associated risk mitigation actions

Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a deadline-driven, rapidly changing team environment

Possess and maintain a valid driver's license or ability to provide own transportation

Travel to school district buildings and professional meetings

Company

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools

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The mission of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools is to create an innovative, inclusive, student-centered environment that supports the development of independent learners.

Founded in 1882

Charlotte, North Carolina, USA

10001+ employees

https://www.cms.k12.nc.us/Pages/default.aspx

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