Early College High School and CTE Coordinator

Job Title: Early College High School and CTE Coordinator

Wage/Hour Status: Exempt

Reports to: Principal
Pay Grade: AP3
Days: 226

Dept./School: High School
Funding Source: Local/Perkins V

Primary Purpose:

The Early College High School (ECHS), Pathways in Early College High School (P-TECH), and Career and Technical Education (CTE) Coordinator provides strategic leadership and administrative oversight for the district’s dual-pathway initiatives. This role ensures the successful implementation of the TEA ECHS/P-TECH Blueprint (2.0) while managing CTE programs. The Coordinator serves as the essential link between secondary education, higher education partners, and regional industries to ensure students graduate with both postsecondary degrees and high-value industry certifications.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree (Master’s in Education or Administration preferred).
• Certification: Valid State Teaching Certificate; Principal Certificate preferred.
• Experience: 3+ years of teaching; experience in ECHS or CTE leadership preferred.
• Knowledge: Deep understanding of TEA ECHS Blueprints and CCMR indicators.
• Non-refundable fingerprinting fee (approximately $50.00) paid by the employee

Experience:

• Minimum of two (2) years of experience working with students

Key Skills:

• Knowledge of Early College/PTECH High School, college admissions, and CTE programs, programs of study, career pathways, and industry-based certification (IBC) requirements as defined by the Texas Education Agency.
• Strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to analyze and track student data

ECHS Program Management & Compliance

• Blueprint Fidelity: Lead the implementation of the TEA ECHS and P-TECH Blueprints, ensuring the campus meets all benchmarks for Target Population, P-16 Leadership, and Academic Rigor.
• Work-Based Learning (WBL): Develop and oversee a continuum of work-based learning experiences (internships, apprenticeships, and job shadowing) required for P-TECH compliance.
• IHE Liaison: Coordinate with Higher Education partners on faculty credentialing, course sequencing, and degree plan alignment.
• Academic Support: Facilitate Bridge Programs and tutoring interventions for student success in college coursework and TSIA2 testing.

CTE Leadership & Workforce Development

• Program Alignment: Ensure all CTE Programs of Study align with state standards and high-demand regional labor markets.
• Certification Oversight: Coordinate the administration of Industry-Based Certifications (IBCs) and track student attainment for CCMR accountability.
• Grant Management: In collaboration with the CTE Director, assist in managing and overseeing the allocation, budgeting, and compliance of funds associated with the Federal Perkins V grant, ensuring expenditures align with federal guidelines and support program effectiveness and sustainability.

3. Combined Stakeholder & Community Engagement

• Partnership Development: Build alliances with industry leaders, workforce boards, and colleges to provide student internships and dual-credit opportunities.
• Advisory Committees: Lead the CTE Advisory Committee and facilitate regular meetings to review curriculum and industry relevance.
• Recruitment: Lead community information sessions to ensure a diverse student body has access to ECHS/PTECH and CTE pathways.

4. Data, Professional Development & Accountability

• CCMR Performance: Analyze student performance data for TSIA2, SAT, and ACT cycles to drive instructional improvements.
• Staff Training: Plan and deliver professional development for staff focused on instructional best practices and industry trends.
• CCMR Tracking: Ensure accurate coding and reporting of student data for school accountability ratings.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None

Working Conditions: Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

• Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals
• Posture: Prolonged sitting; occasional standing, walking, climbing, crouching, bending, stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting, lifting-lower 1-15 lbs.
• Motion: Repetitive hand motions, frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching. Sensory ability needs-significant; hearing, near vision, peripheral vision color distinction, depth perception
• Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)
• Environment: Frequent district-wide and state-wide travel; frequent prolonged and irregular hours, Physical Exposure: frequent cold and heat
• Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress
• Work is performed in district offices and school campuses.
• Regular travel between campuses required.
• Occasional evening or weekend events
• Ensure confidentiality of sensitive student information
• Participate in professional development, district trainings, and campus initiatives
• Perform additional duties as assigned

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.