CTE CAPS Center for Advanced Professional Studies Coordinator - Career and Technical Education 2025-2026
CTE CAPS Center for Advanced Professional Studies Coordinator - Career and Technical Education 2025-2026
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Job Description
- Forbes named Mesa Public Schools in their list of 2024 Best Employers in Arizona.
- East Valley Tribune names Mesa Public Schools as Best Place to Work in East Valley for multiple years.
Employment Type:
Fulltime
Base Salary:
$55386.00
Calendar:
Certified Exempt 187 workdays
Benefits:
None
Performance Pay:
Available annually
New Hire Experience:
$500 for each fulltime year of certified teaching or verified like experience
New Hire Education:
$65/hour of graduate level credits: BA 45 hours max MA 60 hours max $1000 for advanced degrees
Job Summary:
The CAPS Program Coordinator plays a pivotal role in leading the Center for Advanced Professional Studies (CAPS) a unique professionbased learning experience that integrates Career and Technical Education (CTE) pathways with realworld application. This position is responsible for developing and managing immersive studentdriven learning environments including inclusive studentrun enterprises. The CAPS Coordinator collaborates with industry community and educational partners to design meaningful projectbased learning experiences where students apply both technical skills and the Mesa Public Schools Portrait of a Graduate competencies.
In addition to workforcealigned instruction the coordinator ensures the inclusion of students with disabilities utilizing background knowledge in special education and transitiontowork programs. This role actively supports equitable access to career readiness experiences for all students.
Candidates must complete anonlineapplication which requires appropriate Arizona certification valid IVP Arizona fingerprint clearance card evidence of highly qualified status three letters of recommendation and transcript of credits.
Key Responsibilities:
This section outlines the primary duties and key responsibilities required for this role detailing the essential tasks and functions necessary to perform the job successfully with or without reasonable accommodations.
- Design and implement inclusive industrybased curriculum experiences that prepare students for future careers
- Support and coordinate inclusive studentrun enterprises as authentic learning environments
- Partner with special education teams to integrate students with IEPs into CAPS and transitiontowork opportunities
- Build and maintain industry and community partnerships that support mentorships internships and projectbased learning
- Facilitate crosssector collaborations that promote equitable access to highskill highdemand workforce pathways
- Provide individualized support to students navigating CAPS programs with attention to diverse learning needs
- Manage daytoday logistics including scheduling facility coordination and resource allocation
- Collect and analyze data on student outcomes program participation and employer engagement to inform continuous improvement
- Promote the CAPS program within the district and community showcasing student success stories and program outcomes
- Stay current with local workforce trends educational innovations and inclusive practices that enhance program design
Required Qualifications:
To be eligible for this position an applicant must meet the following required qualifications. Verification of these required qualifications is necessary.
Education:
- Bachelors degree in education business administration career & technical education or related field
- Valid Career and Technical Education Certification
Experience:
- 35 years of experience teaching in a secondary education
- Experience coordinating programs or curriculum development in a CTE or experiential learning environment
- Experience working with industry partners and stakeholders is highly desirable
- Experience in supervising staff or leading teams is advantageous
Skills & Competencies:
This section outlines the critical skills and competencies required to excel in this role enabling effective performance adaptability and consistent achievement of job responsibilities.
- Models the attributes and skills of the MPS Portrait of a Graduate
- Demonstrated knowledge of inclusive instructional practices particularly in special education and transitiontowork initiatives
- Familiarity with studentrun enterprises and the design of authentic workbased learning experiences for diverse learners
- Experience working collaboratively with industry professionals and community partners
- Understanding of CTE principles labor market demands and projectbased learning methodologies
- Strong communication and facilitation skills for engagement with students families educators and business stakeholders
- Ability to foster inclusive crossdisciplinary collaboration across educational and professional settings
- Proven skills in time management planning and project coordination
- Leadership experience that supports innovation problemsolving and team development
- Proficient in digital tools for program management and communication (e.g. Google Suite Microsoft Office CTE platforms)
- Commitment to student success postsecondary readiness and Mesa Public Schools strategic priorities
- Willingness to work flexible hours including evenings weekends and summer sessions
- Strong commitment to continuous improvement supporting the Mesa Public Schools Promise and strategic goals
Work Environment & Physical Requirements:
This section outlines the work environment and physical conditions associated with this role. It includes information on whether the job involves working in an office classroom or other settings and if there are physical activities like standing walking or lifting.
- Primarily based in high schools or district offices
- Regular visits to partner businesses community organizations and postsecondary institutions
- Visiting and evaluating classrooms or handson learning environments like labs or workshops
- Travel to industry partner sites conferences and professional development events
- Ability to move around various settings including schools businesses and community spaces
- Lifting and moving items such as presentation materials office supplies or small equipment (usually under 25 pounds)
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:
Mesa Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal state and local laws regarding equal employment opportunity and antidiscrimination. The District strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees applicants or any other covered persons because of race color religion creed national origin or ancestry ethnicity sex (including gender pregnancy sexual orientation and gender identity) age physical or mental disability citizenship past current or prospective service in the uniformed services genetic information or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal state or local law.
Applicants and employees may contact Human Resources to request reasonable accommodations needed to perform the essential functions of this position.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
