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Job description
Instructional - Position - Other, please specify
Job Number
Start Date
Open Date 09/15/2026
Closing Date 10/02/2026
General Definition of Work
The graduation instructional specialist, under moderate supervision, performs instructional programs support work with limited decision-making discretion supporting system-wide dropout prevention and collaborating to develop a comprehensive dropout prevention strategy. The position serves as the NC DPI dropout coordinator and assists schools with dropout data collection annually, including the Graduation Data Verification Report (GDVR). Employee performs school-based and district-level work to carry out Board of Education policies and procedures as an expert instructional specialist under the direction of the Assistant Superintendent of School Performance.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Certified Schedule + Instructional Specialist Supplement/Full-time
Reports To
Assistant Superintendent of School Performance
Place of Work
The normal place of work is on the premises used by Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools. Charlotte- Mecklenburg Schools reserves the right to require you to work at such other place(s) as it may reasonably require from time to time.
Essential Functions
Adhere to all state, federal, and local laws, policies, and procedures
Review dropout documents, contact student and/or parent for interview and data collection
Collect qualitative data on dropouts, analyze and develop recommendations
Collaborate to provide comprehensive, aligned, sequential dropout prevention programs that are developmentally appropriate for students
Facilitate annual collaborative process with schools to ensure accurate identification of students meeting dropout criteria by the state designated deadline
Develop and deliver training to school staff on dropout data collection
Support and coach school staff on the Graduation Success Initiative (GSI), GDVR, etc.
Oversee compliance and implementation of GDVR, course credit, pathways, and progress to graduation at assigned schools
Compile and analyze data related to dropout markers and prepare recommendations for improvement for select K-8 schools; coach appropriate staff as needed
Stay current on educational research, best practices, and emerging trends to inform instructional decision-making and professional development offerings
Facilitate professional development and attend other related meetings as needed/required
Participate in professional development workshops and training
Create a collaborative environment with positive communication
Perform related work as assigned or required
# of Jobs 1.00
Teacher Scale Y
Minimum Educational Requirements Masters
Term 12 Month
Additional Job Information
Education and Experience
Master's degree in school counseling, social work, or psychology required
Minimum of five (5) years of school-based experience working with dropout prevention required
Experience with NC course credits, transcripts, and pathways required
Equivalent combination of education and experience
Special Requirements
NC valid license in school counseling, school social work, or school psychology required
Possess and maintain a valid driver's license or ability to provide own transportation
Travel to school district buildings and professional meetings
In compliance with Federal Law, Charlotte - Mecklenburg Schools administers all education programs, employment activities and admissions without discrimination against any person on the basis of gender, race, color, religion, national origin, age or disability.
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Worksite address
charlotte, NC, 28245, US
Who can apply
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