Career Exploration Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Position:                         Career Exploration Teacher     

Location:                        Milford Central Academy

Reports To:                     Principal/Assistant Principal

Starting Date:                 August 2026

Application Deadline:    Until Filled

Note: All staff are hired by Milford School District rather than in a specific building. While this opening is currently at the building listed above, final placement is subject to change based on district staffing needs.

Overview of the Position: The Career Exploration Teacher provides engaging, standards-based instruction that empowers middle school students to explore their interests, strengths, and future career opportunities while developing the knowledge and skills needed for success in high school, college, careers, and life. Through career awareness, career and technical education (CTE) exploration, academic connections, and social-emotional learning, the teacher prepares students to make informed decisions regarding high school course selection and career pathway opportunities. The Career Exploration Teacher fosters a learning environment where students develop self-awareness, career readiness, problem-solving, collaboration, and goal-setting skills while connecting classroom learning to real-world experiences. 

Qualifications: 

• All applicants must possess or be eligible to possess a Delaware teaching license and certification in any area, grade or content
• Preference will be given to teachers holding a middle school or secondary level certification in any content area

Performance Responsibilities:

• Plan and deliver engaging, standards-based Career Exploration instruction aligned with Delaware Middle Grades Career Exploration Standards and district curriculum.
• Foster student self-awareness by helping students identify their interests, strengths, values, skills, and future goals.
• Guide students in exploring career clusters, occupations, industries, and postsecondary education and training opportunities.
• Prepare students to make informed high school pathway decisions by introducing Career and Technical Education (CTE), college preparatory, military, and workforce options.
• Connect academic learning to real-world careers through project-based learning, career research, hands-on activities, and problem-solving experiences.
• Teach and reinforce employability skills, including communication, collaboration, leadership, professionalism, critical thinking, creativity, and responsible decision-making.
• Integrate career readiness, financial literacy, digital literacy, and workforce skills into daily instruction.
• Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse academic, social-emotional, and developmental needs of all learners.
• Establish and maintain a positive, inclusive classroom environment that promotes student engagement, curiosity, and respect for diverse perspectives and career interests.
• Utilize instructional technology and career exploration platforms to enhance student learning and career planning.
• Assess student progress, analyze data, and adjust instruction to support student growth and achievement.
• Collaborate with school counselors, teachers, administrators, families, business and industry partners, higher education institutions, and community organizations to provide meaningful career exploration experiences.
• Coordinate career awareness activities, including guest speakers, career fairs, field experiences, workplace learning opportunities, and industry partnerships.
• Communicate effectively with students, families, and colleagues regarding student progress and educational opportunities.
• Maintain accurate student records, instructional documentation, and reports in accordance with district and state requirements.
• Participate in professional learning, collaborative planning, and school improvement initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the building principal or district administration.

Terms of Employment: Ten-month (10) full-time employee. 

Salary: Salary schedule is based on experience and degree and can be found on the district website: https://www.milfordschooldistrict.org/our-district/departments/human-resources/benefits-and-compensation

Evaluation: Performance will be evaluated annually according to the Board's policy on professional personnel evaluation.

Application Process: 

Internal applicants must complete a shortened online application by clicking on "Employment" at the top of the website: www.milfordschooldistrict.org. 

External applicants (including substitutes) must follow the application process.All qualified and interested persons are invited to complete the online application by clicking on "Employment" at the top of the website: www.milfordschooldistrict.org.  Only completed application packets will be considered. The following items must be included:

• Resume
• Copy of unofficial transcripts
• Three separate letters of recommendation

Contact: 

Director of Human Resources

906 Lakeview Avenue, Milford, DE 19963 

Phone: 302-424-6393 

Employment Contingent Upon Successful: 

• Criminal Background Check
• Child Protection Registry Check
• Physician's Health Certification
• TB Test (within last five years)
• Verification of Credentials and Past Employment
• Adherence to School District Policies
• Milford School District Board of Education Approval

Milford School District reserves the right to take disciplinary action, including termination, if false or misleading statements or documents are discovered after employment is accepted. The District may also adjust the application or interview period, modify performance responsibilities, and reject any or all applications for reasonable cause.

The Milford School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against students, employees, applicants, visitors, or others, and does not deny access to educational or other services, based on any characteristic prohibited by law. If any person has a complaint alleging any action which is prohibited by this policy, they should contact the Title IX Coordinator or the District 504 and ADA Coordinator, 906 Lakeview Avenue, Milford, DE 19963, telephone 302-422-1600.