What are the responsibilities and job description for the Coordinator of College and Career Advising position at Tulsa Public Schools?
Full Job Description: Coordinator of College and Career Advising
Salary Grade: Educational Grade 03/ EG-03
Tulsa Public Schools’ existing salary schedules provide career increment adjustments based on education/experience and/or years of creditable service. For more information about the salary for this specific position, please review the Salary Schedule for the corresponding Salary Grade (listed above).
For information about salary and benefits for this position, please visit our Compensation and Benefits website .
Position Summary: The Coordinator of College and Career Advising leads and coordinates districtwide college, career, and postsecondary readiness initiatives that support students in developing and pursuing individualized plans for life after high school. The Coordinator provides leadership, coaching, and strategic direction for College and Career Advisors and collaborates with school counselors, school leaders, district departments, postsecondary institutions, employers, and community partners. The position oversees implementation of districtwide advising systems, including Individual Career and Academic Planning (ICAP), postsecondary planning, financial aid initiatives, work-based learning, and career exploration; develops annual priorities; monitors implementation and outcomes; and uses student outcome and program data to inform strategy and advance the district's postsecondary readiness goals.
Key Functions
Minimum Qualifications:
Salary Grade: Educational Grade 03/ EG-03
Tulsa Public Schools’ existing salary schedules provide career increment adjustments based on education/experience and/or years of creditable service. For more information about the salary for this specific position, please review the Salary Schedule for the corresponding Salary Grade (listed above).
For information about salary and benefits for this position, please visit our Compensation and Benefits website .
Position Summary: The Coordinator of College and Career Advising leads and coordinates districtwide college, career, and postsecondary readiness initiatives that support students in developing and pursuing individualized plans for life after high school. The Coordinator provides leadership, coaching, and strategic direction for College and Career Advisors and collaborates with school counselors, school leaders, district departments, postsecondary institutions, employers, and community partners. The position oversees implementation of districtwide advising systems, including Individual Career and Academic Planning (ICAP), postsecondary planning, financial aid initiatives, work-based learning, and career exploration; develops annual priorities; monitors implementation and outcomes; and uses student outcome and program data to inform strategy and advance the district's postsecondary readiness goals.
Key Functions
- Leads implementation and continuous improvement of districtwide college and career advising programs
- Provides leadership, coaching, training, and implementation oversight for College and Career Advisors
- Oversees districtwide advising systems, including ICAP, postsecondary planning, financial aid, and work-based learning
- Develops annual priorities and monitors implementation and student outcomes
- Builds and maintains partnerships with postsecondary institutions, employers, and community partners
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in education or a related field required
- Three (3) years of experience in effective K-12 classroom teaching, advising, or counseling
- Current Oklahoma teaching certification required
- Valid Driver’s License
- Deep knowledge of college and career-ready requirements, including graduation requirements, college admissions criteria, and workforce needs
- Knowledge of Oklahoma ICAP requirements and postsecondary readiness indicators
- Knowledge of work-based learning and career pathways
- Ability to work with external partners to advance district workforce and community-readiness goals
- Exceptional written communication skills and the ability to design and publish user-friendly resources and tools
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Effective time management, organizational skills, and attention to detail
- Ability to handle multiple demands and competing deadlines with flexibility
- Commitment to ongoing professional development and growth in the role