Extended Learning Opportunities (ELO) Coordinator

Job Title: Extended Learning Opportunities (ELO) Coordinator

Salary Range: $60,000 - $75,000 annually

Reports To: CTE Director

Position Summary

The Extended Learning Opportunities (ELO) Coordinator is a detail-oriented and student-focused professional responsible for managing and facilitating all work-based learning experiences for students. Working closely with stakeholders, this role ensures every student has equitable access to internships, apprenticeships, job shadowing, and other hands-on learning opportunities that are essential for their career development. This position is fully funded by a grant.

Key Responsibilities & Grant Actions

• Grant Writing & Sustainability:
• Contribute to the grant writing process by documenting partnership achievements, gathering testimonials, and providing data on industry demand to support future funding applications.
• Pillar 1: Advancing CTE:
• Assist in the development and implementation of new middle school CTE modules by coordinating logistics for student participation and tracking engagement.
• Proactively identify, recruit, and onboard new business and industry partners across key sectors in the region.
• Pillar 2: Preparing Students for Industry:
• Work with stakeholders to match students with appropriate extended learning opportunities based on their career interests, skills, and academic needs (Target: 150 placements over 5 years).
• Oversee all logistical aspects of ELOs, including student-employer agreements, transportation, safety protocols, and student progress tracking.
• Plan and organize career "discovery days," industry guest speakers, and virtual tours for both middle and high school students.
• Administer and analyze post-placement employer surveys to report on employer satisfaction (Target: 90% satisfaction rating).
• Coordinate with instructors to ensure student pursuit of industry-recognized certifications is aligned with employer needs.
• Pillar 3: Preparing for Post-Secondary:
• Collaborate with the School Counselor to expand dual enrollment opportunities and assist with post-secondary readiness and application support.
• Manage the implementation of "bridge programs" for high school students transitioning to college and for middle school students entering high school CTE programs.
• Pillar 4: Developing Confident Individuals:
• Track student participation in the Student Leadership & Innovation Incubator and Civic & Community Engagement Initiatives, collecting data on outcomes and impact.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in education, counseling, social work, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in program coordination, student advising, or career counseling, preferably in an educational setting.
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with students of diverse backgrounds and needs.
• Proficiency in data management and reporting tools.
• Must hold, or be able to obtain CHRC certification.
  
  

Please send Letter of Interest, Resume, 3 Letters of Reference, Transcripts and Region 10 Application to:

Superintendent/DirectorRegion 10 Technical High School68 Church RoadBrunswick, ME 04011

Position is open until suitable candidate is found

AA/EOE