Job Description
Location: Des Plaines, IL
Salary: $50,000–$55,000 + full benefits
Department: Career Technical Education
Help shape the future of local students! The Des Plaines Valley Region is looking for an Education & Career Readiness Coach to help youth explore career pathways, build real-world skills, and connect schools with community partners.
What You’ll Do
Guide high school students through career readiness skills like professionalism, job searching, and interview preparation.
Build partnerships with schools and community organizations to develop internships, job shadowing, and other work-based learning opportunities.
Support the Education Pathway Grant by managing program compliance, reporting, and communication between schools.
Collect and analyze data to track student progress and program outcomes.
Provide training and support to educators and stakeholders on pathway and grant requirements.
What We’re Looking For
Bachelor’s degree in Education, Public Administration, or a related field (preferred).
2+ years of experience in education, workforce development, or grant/program management.
Strong communication and organizational skills.
Passion for helping students achieve their goals.
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation for travel between partner schools.
Why Join Us
Competitive salary ($50K–$55K)
Comprehensive benefits (health, dental, life insurance, and IMRF)
Ongoing professional development
Make a meaningful impact in your community
The DesPlaines Valley Region Education for Employment System 030 (DVR) is an educational consortium of nine high schools in six high school districts and their community college in the near western suburbs of Cook County, Illinois. This enrollment area includes portions of Illinois Congressional Districts 4, 5, and 7.
The DesPlaines Valley Region and its member schools are equal opportunity institutions and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, or disabilities.The DesPlaines Valley Region Education for Employment System 030 (DVR) is an educational consortium of nine high schools in six high school districts and their community college in the near western suburbs of Cook County, Illinois. This enrollment area includes portions of Illinois Congressional Districts 4, 5, and 7.\r\n\r\nThe DesPlaines Valley Region and its member schools are equal opportunity institutions and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, or disabilities.
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