Cooperative Education Instructor

Foster Career and Technical Education Center is seeking a dynamic student-centered professional to serve as a Cooperative Education Teacher within our high school-based Career and Technical Education program. This position provides students with meaningful workplace learning experiences that connect classroom instruction to career exploration employability skills and post-secondary successful candidate will work collaboratively with students instructors school counselors business partners and sending schools to coordinate and supervise cooperative education placements while supporting student growth and career readiness.

Qualifications

• Applicantsmust be able to meet the Maine DOE certification requirements for Cooperative Education with a combination of Education and Experience as described in Chapter 115 Part II Section 3.

• Strong communication organizational and relationship-building skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with staff students families and community partners
• Student-focused and relationship-driven
• Organized flexible and proactive
• Strong understanding of workplace expectations and career readiness
• Commitment to supporting all students in achieving success

Certifications

• Maine Department of Education Certification or eligibility for certification as a Cooperative Education Teacher (CIP 99.1000)
• Maine Endorsement (860) CooperativeEducation Coordinator

• Develop and maintain partnerships with local businesses and industry partners
• Coordinate monitor and evaluate student cooperative education placements
• Support students in developing employability and workplace readiness skills
• Conduct workplace visits and maintain communication with employers students parents and school staff
• Assist students with career planning resumes interviewing skills and workplace expectations
• Maintain accurate records and documentation related to student placements and program requirements
• Collaborate with CTE instructors and sending schools to support student success
• Ensure compliance with state school and labor regulations related to student work experiences
• Implement lessons that meet the requirements of the state of Maine Co-operative Education standards

Reports To: Director Foster Career and Technical Education Center

Terms of Employment: As determined annually by the District.

Evaluation: Director Foster Career and Technical Education Center