About this role
Reports To: Dean of Student Achievement Position Summary The Boston Arts Academy Pathways Coordinator is responsible for designing, coordinating, and evaluating programs that connect BAA students' artistic and academic learning to college, career, and community opportunities. The Coordinator will oversee internships and externships, work-based learning, MYCAP documentation, dual enrollment, community partnerships, and transition services for students with disabilities—ensuring that every student graduates with a clear postsecondary plan aligned to their goals as aspiring artist-scholars and global citizens. This position serves as a bridge among students, faculty, families, industry partners, and postsecondary institutions, advancing BAA's mission as Boston's only public high school for the visual and performing arts and a beacon of artistic and academic innovation. Core Responsibilities College, Career, and Artistic Pathways
• Develop and manage internship opportunities (paid or unpaid) for both CTE (and eventually non-CTE) students.
• Work with the School Counseling Team to ensure 100% completion of the MyCAP (My Career and Academic Plan) portfolio for all students, documenting career exploration, postsecondary goals, and individual pathways.
• Support students and teachers in aligning dual enrollment experiences with MyCAP goals and BAA graduation competencies.
• Monitor student progress and outcomes in dual enrollment and postsecondary bridge programs.
• Collaborate with the School Counseling Department to plan and expand the annual College & Career Fair, bringing in new colleges, employers, and arts organizations.
• Coordinate community service opportunities by establishing and maintaining relationships with local nonprofits and civic organizations and track progress towards completing community service hours.
• Proctor SAT/PSAT/MAP/AP Testing as needed
• Serve as liaison with ProArts Consortium and higher education partners to coordinate dual enrollment and expansion of early college opportunities.
CTE and Transition Services
• Support the Creative Director in monitoring Career Technical Education (CTE) programming in Graphic Design and Visual Communication, Fashion Technology, and Multimedia Entertainment and Production.
• Collaborate with the Recruitment and Events Manager on the annual CTE admissions and recruitment process, ensuring equitable access and representation across all demographics.
• Collaborate with the Inclusion Specialist to provide targeted support for students with disabilities who require transition services or job-readiness planning as part of their IEP or postsecondary transition goals.
• Manage CTE operational needs, including inventory, budget, equipment, and safety standards for all CTE spaces.
• Work with CTE teachers in the management of competency and skill tracking for all CTE students in the Skills Library.
• Track, organize and ensure all students have completed credentialing requirements. Coordinate and run Program Advisory Committees for all CTE programs.
• Maintain all required documentation for each CTE program
• Attend all required district CTE meetings and lead weekly meetings for BAA CTE teachers
• Maintain 100-hour internship requirement as per the Chapter 74 requirements
• Assess and analyze CTE program performance and student outcomes; make recommendations to improve participation, achievement, and alignment with BAA's strategic plan.
Partnership Development and Reporting
• Build and sustain relationships with colleges, employers, and arts industry partners to provide meaningful opportunities for BAA students during the summer and throughout the school-year and train students to be successful in those internships.
• Maintain an updated database of all internship and community service placements and completion towards required hours.
• Collect, analyze, and report data on student participation, outcomes, and satisfaction to inform program improvements.
• Participate in DESE and BPS trainings, and site visits related to college and career pathways.
• Collaborate with BAAF (Boston Arts Academy Foundation) and external funders to identify grants and partnerships that expand access to high-quality pathway programming and support alumni engagement.
Qualifications Required:
• Bachelor's degree and a minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience in education, workforce development, or youth program coordination.
• Demonstrated experience developing partnerships with employers, colleges, or nonprofits. Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to equity, inclusion, and supporting diverse learners, including students with disabilities and English Learners.
• Understanding of arts education and its role in preparing students for multiple career and college pathways. Experience in urban public school settings.
Preferred:
• Master's degree in Education, Arts Administration, Counseling, or related field.
• Experience in Career Technical Education (CTE) or Workforce Development.
• Familiarity with MyCAP, Naviance, MassCIS, or other career planning platforms. Knowledge of DESE Innovation Pathways, Early College, or Work-Based Learning frameworks.
TERMS: Managerial Tier C Please refer to www.bostonpublicschools.org/ohc (under "Employee Benefits and Policies") for more information on salary and compensation. Salaries are listed by Unions and Grade/Step. NOTE: School-based managerial employees will work 223 days between July 1st and June 30th each year. The 223-day work-year will include the 180 days in which school is in session, and the additional days will be determined by the employee and the principal or school leader of the school. School-based managerial employees are not eligible for vacation time or compensatory time. In the event of school cancellation due to snow or inclement weather, school-based managerial employees need not report to work. The Boston Public Schools, in accordance with its nondiscrimination policies, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, criminal record, physical or mental disability, pregnancy or pregnancy-related conditions, homelessness, sex/gender, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, genetics, natural or protective hairstyle, military status, immigration status, English language proficiency, or any other factor prohibited by law in its programs and activities. BPS does not tolerate any form of retaliation, or bias-based intimidation, threat or harassment that demeans individuals' dignity or interferes with their ability to work or learn. If you require an accommodation pursuant to the ADA for the application process, please contact the Accommodations Unit at [email protected].