18+ Program Transition Specialist Teacher - IDEA Sports Park College Prep (Immediate Opening)

IDEA Public Schools • Brownsville, TX

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About The Position

The 18+ Program Transition Specialist Teacher helps young adults learn and perform work and daily living duties. Working with students in small groups, the teacher assesses their strengths and needs, assigns appropriate tasks, and provides instruction both in the classroom and at job sites. The teacher ensures classroom learning transfers to practical job-site skills through on-the-spot feedback and assistance. The role also teaches industry-based certifications through IDEA’s partnership with South Texas College, tailoring instruction to students’ levels of rigor.

The teacher serves as case manager for students’ IEP and transition paperwork and oversees assigned job coaches. The position works with families, guardians, community stakeholders, employers, and partner organizations to develop and implement individualized transition plans and support students’ postsecondary outcomes, including employment and further education.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year educational institution.
• At least 2 years of experience in a special education classroom with students who have significant disabilities.
• Valid Texas state certification in Special Education.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in case management for students of transition ages 14–21+.
• Certification in core content areas.

Responsibilities

• Help young adults learn, accommodate, and perform work and daily living duties.
• Assess students’ strengths and needs and assign appropriate tasks.
• Teach in classrooms and at job sites, supporting transfer of classroom learning to practical skills with feedback and assistance.
• Teach industry-based certifications through IDEA’s partnership with South Texas College, tailoring instruction to students’ levels of rigor.
• Act as case manager for ARD/IEP paperwork and transition plans.
• Oversee assigned job coaches for the 18+ program.
• Develop real-world opportunities aligned with students’ IEP goals for authentic practice.
• Read, analyze, and respond to IEP data to determine high-leverage next steps.
• Participate in data conversations with young adults, parents, and community stakeholders to improve IEP, transition, and postsecondary outcomes.
• Implement transitional plans with fidelity and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including WFS, VR, STC, and job sites, to create action plans.
• Communicate regularly with young adults and guardians to track changes in interests or plans.
• Identify and place students at job sites aligned with their strengths and interests.
• Support student attendance and retention, including developing individualized retention plans when needed.
• Help young adults secure employment or enroll in a postsecondary program aligned with their strengths and interests.
• Partner with community businesses so students can practice skills gained through South Texas College industry-based training.
• Train young adults and provide regular opportunities to practice using public transportation.
• Build and maintain partnerships with Work Force Solutions and Vocational Rehabilitation to align services during the program and after graduation.
• Build strong relationships with young adults and their caregivers or guardians.
• Ensure classroom and field job experiences are engaging, meaningful, and aligned with young adults’ interests.
• Provide community-building opportunities between program participants and Toros students, such as Special Olympics Unified Sports.

Benefits

• Starting teacher salary of $57,500 for 0 years of experience.
• Stipends of $500–$4,000 each based on certifications, credentials, and campus leadership.
• Additional performance-based compensation.
• Additional hourly compensation for assigned after-school tutoring or Saturday school.
• Medical plan with the majority of the employee premium covered and most costs for spouses/domestic partners and children subsidized.
• Paid family leave of up to 8 weeks for eligible staff, based on tenure and caregiver designation.
• Tuition reimbursement of up to 50% of qualifying tuition, with a maximum of $5,250 per year, subject to manager discretion and budget availability.
• Employer-paid mental and behavioral health services, including five face-to-face counseling sessions per year and unlimited 24/7 telephonic counseling.
• Dental and vision plans.
• Disability insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Parenting benefits.
• Flexible spending account options.
• Generous vacation time.
• Referral bonuses.
• Professional development.
• 403(b) plan.
• Relocation allowance may be offered to defray moving costs, if applicable.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level