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Job Title: Career and Technical Education Specialist

Reports to: Assistant Director, Scholar Access and Support

Date: September 2025 - This is a grant-funded two-year term position with the potential for continuation contingent on successful grant renewal.

Status: This position will be hired at .4 FTE with an average of 16 hours per week and a salary range beginning at $30K.

Special Note: Significant experience in or strong knowledge of career and technical training, trades, advanced manufacturing, digital technology, or related fields

• Retirees from any of these fields – especially those who also have experience in education - are strongly encouraged to apply

Big Shoulders Fund

Big Shoulders Fund is an independent tax-exempt charitable organization that provides support to schools with demonstrated need which provide a quality, values-based education for children. We serve 25,000 students and 90 schools in the Chicago and Northwest Indiana regions. Each school is a vital community-based organization and an anchor to its surrounding neighborhoods.

For thirty-nine years, Big Shoulders Fund has helped Chicago’s children achieve their dreams through access to high quality education. Of the 25,000 students we serve, 83% identify as people of color and 69% reside in low-income households. We expand access and outcomes by investing more than $40 million annually in scholarship support and enrichment programming for students; operational improvements for schools; cultivation of talent pipelines for school personnel from new teachers through veteran principals; and professional development and support for educators and leaders – all with the goal of not just strengthening schools, but whole communities, while preparing students for life-long success. To that end, 80% of scholars matriculate to college and students earn a degree at two times the national average. Latino and Black scholars graduate at three-times and four-times their counterparts, respectively, and graduates go on to vote, contribute, and participate at greater rates than local and national outcomes.

In 2019, Big Shoulders Fund began an exciting new chapter in Northwest Indiana by making a long-term commitment to The Region. Since then, we have worked to bring our unique approach to building the capacity of local school communities to best serve students and families of Northwest Indiana, with special focus on areas of greatest need: Gary, Hammond and East Chicago. The long-term goals of our efforts include elevating the quality of values-based schools in Northwest Indiana through: academic investments, instructional and data coaching; marketing and outreach efforts; and enrichment and summer programs to expand opportunities for students. While some roles on our staff focus exclusively on Northwest Indiana or Chicago, all Big Shoulders Fund team members contribute to the success of our work across both sites.

Big Shoulders Fund has earned a four-star rating from Charity Navigator, America’s largest evaluator of nonprofits, for 2 consecutive years, a distinction held by less than one percent of nonprofit organizations nationally.

POSITION OVERVIEW

This part-time role (approximately 16 hours per week) leads efforts to expand technical career exploration for students at four Big Shoulders Fund high schools by organizing field trips, overseeing school-based career guild clubs, and offering tailored opportunities aligned to student interests. The position plans annual professional development for teachers and counselors, consults with school faculty and staff on integrating career exploration into coursework, and develops mentor programs linking current students and recent alumni with professionals in skilled trades and other progressive career pathways. Additional responsibilities include developing and maintaining a robust network of partners (trade unions, corporations, training organizations, and community colleges), publishing a quarterly career pathways e-newsletter, tracking students’ post-graduation outcomes in a comprehensive database, awarding scholarships, and planning and implementing events and activities that strengthen connections among students, alumni, families, and industry partners including ComEd, and Exelon.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Lead engaging career-focused field trips that bring real-world vocational and technical opportunities to life for high school students.
• Deliver impactful annual professional development sessions for teachers and counselors to support and encourage career exploration in schools.
• Drive hands-on learning by overseeing faculty-led, school-based career guild clubs that include activities to match students’ unique interests.
• Support school counselors in connecting students to tailored opportunities in trades and technical fields.
• Champion graduates pursuing trades and progressive career pathways by providing scholarships, building alumni networks, and launching mentorship programs.
• Forge and nurture strong partnerships with trade unions, corporate leaders, training programs, and community colleges to enrich program offerings.
• Build a tailored mentor network linking current students and recent grads with industry professionals and alumni.
• Collaborate closely with high school teachers and counselors to weave career exploration into everyday learning.
• Plan and carry out events and program activities with Big Shoulders Fund staff, schools, and industry partners to spotlight career and technical pathways.
• Cultivate strong, ongoing relationships with key partners including ComEd, Exelon, and partner schools through regular communication.
• Develop and manage a comprehensive database tracking student and alumni interests, career pursuits, and program outcomes to better support student needs.
• Create and distribute a quarterly e-newsletter showcasing success stories, new opportunities, and industry trends.

ADDITIONAL EXPECTATIONS

• Demonstrate strength and skill in interacting with others, especially teachers, principals, students, and families from diverse cultural, economic, and ability backgrounds
• Hold a commitment to excellent customer service, promptly returning phone calls and answering emails
• Work cooperatively with Big Shoulders Fund staff in Chicago and Northwest Indiana, and perform additional tasks as needed in support of the overall mission of the Big Shoulders Fund
• NOTE: This role requires availability to work some evenings and weekends for Big Shoulders Fund events
• Other duties as assigned

QUALITIES OF THE CANDIDATE WE SEEK

• 5+ years of experience or strong knowledge in career and technical training, trades, advanced manufacturing, digital technology, or related fields
• Retirees from any of these fields – especially those who also have experience in education - are strongly encouraged to apply
• Existing relationships with trade unions and industry organizations that support vocational pathways preferred
• Understanding of credentialing processes and programs that advance vocational and technical careers preferred
• Experience planning and delivering educational programming for high school students, with knowledge of best practices in career and technical education preferred
• Excellence in program oversight and management
• Exceptional organizational, problem solving, and time management skills; ability to set priorities among competing activities
• Access to reliable transportation required
• Strength in establishing and maintaining cooperative and effective working relationships with others
• Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills
• High degree of responsibility, initiative, and professionalism
• Flexibility to shift tasks and priorities as needed
• Proficiency in event management software, Microsoft Word and Excel
• Appreciation for the benefits of a Catholic education for students, families and communities; familiarity with Catholic schools in Chicago and/or Northwest Indiana a plus; experience with education in urban environments a plus
• Ability and desire to work effectively within a team
• Cultural sensitivity and ability to work collaboratively with diverse groups of people
• Commitment to and passion for improving access to high-quality, values-based education options for all children
• Highly motivated and adaptable with a strong work ethic; operate with honesty, integrity, and a positive attitude

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization and the students/schools it serves.

The anticipated annual salary range for this position, at the time of posting, is outlined below. Estimated pay ranges that are provided on various social media sites are not representative of NORR's range for this position. Compensation is based on individual education, qualifications and experience.

We also provide our employees with a comprehensive benefits package. Our offerings include medical, dental, vision and life insurance.  Short and long-term disability insurance and a 401(k)-retirement savings plan with employer contributions are also part of our total rewards. To support your well-being, we offer access to Wellness and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) programs.

This role reports into the above-mentioned office, however NORR offers all of its employees the opportunity to work either from home or from a NORR office. This position requires the individual to be within commuting distance from our NORR Detroit office to attend site visits and client meetings. 

NORR is an employee-owned global architecture and engineering firm. Our multi-disciplinary team of 800 professionals is active in 12 market sectors across Canada, the US, UK and UAE. Design thinking is a cornerstone of our purpose as it has for more than 85 years. We push the boundaries of what is possible to support people and the planet. 

School design strategies must take a holistic view of creating more flexible, connected, sustainable and inclusive learning environments. From primary schools to higher education institutions, we design to support an exceptional user experience for students, faculty and staff to realize positive learning outcomes. Creating a stimulating environment can directly impact the development and pace of learning for students of any age. We understand how inclusive classrooms, advancing technologies and evolving student expectations influence educational facilities design.

Learn more about our Education Portfolio.

As an Architect, you will apply and integrate technical detailing and material technologies to develop design solutions into a concise set of construction documents. Using your ability to analyze and understand design intent you will produce efficient and effective technical design solutions. You will work with members of the design team to develop design solutions appropriate to the context, budget, and aesthetic requirements of architectural projects. You will use your knowledge of detailing, building materials, building codes, and construction technologies to collaborate with other professional disciplines and have opportunities to coordinate the design through all phases of the project.

• Develops technical designs and edits architectural drawings to ensure an exemplary solution is delivered that meets quality parameters, project timelines, and budgetary requirements.
• Performs design activities such as programming, code research, material and building systems research, laying out program components, and calculation of program and building areas
• Evaluates site conditions and performs site surveys
• Reviews project products, services, and shop drawings
• Processes permit response letters and coordinates revisions with engineers and consultants to obtain necessary documentation and permits
• Coordinates with contractor, sub-consultants, or relevant building authorities to address and document issues with constructability or owner concerns

• Experience in all phases of the project cycle is required
• Architectural design software skills including Revit, AutoCAD and other architectural design software
• Familiarity with MEP and Structural building systems and building codes is required
• Have successfully completed related post-secondary education
• Registered with a relevant professional architectural association is an asset

• 7-11 years of project work experience
• Experience in Education projects is an asset
• Salary Range: $80,000.00 - $110,000.00 /annually 

• Design, develop, and revise curriculum materials aligned with national and state standards.
• Create engaging lesson plans, activities, and assessments that foster critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to ensure the accuracy and relevance of content.
• Research and integrate emerging technologies and innovative teaching methodologies into curriculum design.
• Develop professional development resources for educators to support curriculum implementation.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of curriculum programs and make data-driven improvements.
• Manage multiple curriculum development projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery.
• Work closely with instructional designers and multimedia specialists to produce high-quality educational resources.

• Master's degree in Education, Curriculum and Instruction, STEM field, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in curriculum development, instructional design, or educational program development.
• Proven expertise in STEM education and K-12 pedagogy.
• Strong understanding of learning theories, instructional design principles, and assessment techniques.
• Excellent writing, editing, and communication skills.
• Experience with learning management systems (LMS) and digital learning tools is desirable.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote team environment.
• Familiarity with educational research and evaluation methods.

• Develop comprehensive curricula, lesson plans, and instructional materials for various STEM subjects and grade levels.
• Design engaging and interactive learning experiences, incorporating modern pedagogical approaches and technologies.
• Align curriculum content with state and national educational standards.
• Create assessments and evaluation tools to measure student learning outcomes.
• Collaborate with educators, subject matter experts, and instructional designers to ensure curriculum quality and relevance.
• Research and recommend appropriate educational technologies and resources.
• Provide professional development and training to teachers on new curriculum implementation.
• Review and revise existing curriculum materials to ensure accuracy, effectiveness, and alignment with current best practices.
• Contribute to the development of online learning modules and digital educational content.
• Stay informed about current trends and research in STEM education and curriculum development.

• Master's degree in Education, Curriculum and Instruction, or a related STEM field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in curriculum development or instructional design, preferably within STEM education.
• Proven expertise in developing engaging and effective learning materials for K-12 or higher education.
• Strong understanding of pedagogical principles and learning theories.
• Experience with educational technology tools and learning management systems (LMS).
• Excellent writing, editing, and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and manage multiple projects.
• Demonstrated creativity and innovation in instructional design.
• Knowledge of assessment design and data analysis for educational improvement.
• Passion for improving STEM education outcomes.

• Design, develop, and revise curriculum materials for K-12 STEM courses, ensuring alignment with state and national standards.
• Create engaging lesson plans, instructional activities, assessments, and educational resources.
• Integrate technology and digital tools to enhance student learning and engagement.
• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and subject matter experts to gather feedback and improve curriculum effectiveness.
• Conduct professional development workshops for educators on new curriculum implementations and teaching strategies.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of curriculum programs through data analysis and student performance metrics.
• Stay current with educational research, best practices in STEM pedagogy, and emerging educational technologies.
• Manage curriculum projects from inception to completion, adhering to timelines and budgetary constraints.
• Ensure curriculum content is inclusive, equitable, and relevant to diverse student populations.

• Master's degree in Education, Curriculum and Instruction, or a relevant STEM field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in curriculum development, instructional design, or teaching within a STEM discipline.
• Proven ability to create engaging and standards-aligned curriculum for various grade levels.
• Strong understanding of pedagogical theories and practices, particularly in STEM education.
• Experience with educational technologies, learning management systems (LMS), and digital content creation tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• This position requires your presence in our San Antonio, Texas, US office for maximum collaboration and impact.

• Leading the design and development of innovative STEM curriculum frameworks and lesson plans.
• Ensuring curriculum alignment with state and national educational standards.
• Collaborating with subject matter experts and teachers to create engaging instructional materials.
• Developing assessment strategies to measure student learning outcomes.
• Conducting research on best practices in STEM education and instructional design.
• Providing training and professional development to educators on new curricula.
• Managing project timelines and budgets for curriculum development initiatives.
• Evaluating curriculum effectiveness and making data-driven revisions.
• Fostering a collaborative and innovative environment for the curriculum development team.

• Develop and design comprehensive STEM curriculum for K-12 levels.
• Write and edit lesson plans, student activities, assessments, and digital learning materials.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts and instructional designers.
• Ensure curriculum alignment with national and state educational standards.
• Incorporate pedagogical best practices and innovative teaching methodologies.
• Evaluate and integrate educational technologies and resources.
• Contribute to the strategic planning of educational content.

• Master's degree in Education, Curriculum Development, STEM field, or a related discipline.
• 5+ years of experience in curriculum development, instructional design, or teaching, with a focus on STEM.
• Proven ability to create engaging and effective learning materials.
• Strong understanding of K-12 educational standards and learning theories.
• Excellent writing, editing, and communication skills.
• Experience with learning management systems (LMS) and educational technology.

• Design and develop comprehensive STEM curricula aligned with state and national educational standards.
• Create engaging lesson plans, activities, assessments, and instructional materials for various grade levels.
• Collaborate with teachers to pilot new curriculum materials and gather feedback for iterative improvement.
• Research and integrate the latest educational technologies and methodologies into curriculum design.
• Develop teacher training modules and professional development resources to support curriculum implementation.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of curriculum programs through data analysis and student performance metrics.
• Ensure curriculum content is inclusive, culturally responsive, and accessible to diverse learners.
• Manage curriculum development projects from conception through to implementation, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality resources.
• Maintain a comprehensive understanding of educational research and best practices in STEM pedagogy.
• Contribute to the strategic planning of educational initiatives and program development.

• Master's degree in Education, Curriculum & Instruction, STEM Education, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in curriculum development, instructional design, or teaching within K-12 STEM education.
• Proven ability to develop engaging and standards-aligned educational content.
• Strong knowledge of learning theories, pedagogical approaches, and assessment design.
• Experience with educational technology tools and learning management systems.
• Excellent project management, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Demonstrated commitment to educational equity and inclusivity.
• Experience in data analysis related to student learning outcomes is a plus.
• Strong understanding of current educational policies and initiatives impacting STEM education.