Career Specialists

MAISD Career Specialists support local K-12 students and staff by:

  • Providing content and grade-level expertise on the MI Career Development Model to local educators
  • Offering access and technical support for platforms like Xello
  • Creating resources to link classrooms with the workplace
  • Partnering with local businesses for career exploration and placement
Educators can explore career development expectations and our support efforts through the Career Development Educator Toolkit and Resource Hub.

Career Awareness, Grades K through 5

Michelle Kuck
Career Awareness Specialist
Grades K-5

  • KickStart to Career Muskegon CSA 
  • Career Connection Projects 
  • Mini Career Schools 
  • Family Engagement Activities
  • Career Fairs & Tours 
  • Classroom Speakers 

Career Exploration, grades 6 through 8

Tricia Schuitema
Career Exploration Specialist
Grades 6-8

  • Career Exploration Events (County and Region)
  • Family Engagement
  • Educational Development Plan (EDP) support through Xello

Career Preparation, grades 9 through 12
Stephen Pettifor
Career Preparation Specialist
Grades 9-12

  • Career Fairs, Events & Tours 
  • Classroom Speakers 
  • CTC Tours & Enrollment 
  • Internships/Work Placements
  • EDP & Talent Portfolio Software Support 
  • Scholarship Opportunities

Work-based Learning, grades 9-12

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Susan Graham
WBL Specialist (Non CTE) 

  • Student Internships/Work Placements 
  • Local Business Connections & Collaborations