Pre-ETS Specialist

The University of Oklahoma•Norman, OK

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About The Position

The Pre-ETS Specialist will provide direct classroom instruction and teaching to High School age students with disabilities as documented by an lEP, 504 plan, or medical diagnosis, which makes them potentially eligible for services from Vocational Rehabilitation. The person selected will also develop and/or utilize transition age curriculum and hands-on work experience to support youth with disabilities to increase successful transition from school to work or post-secondary education outcomes. The Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS) curriculum includes activities/topics guided by the WlOA indicators\: Workplace Readiness Training, Post-Secondary Counseling, Work Based Learning, Career Exploration and Self Advocacy. Individuals in this position are expected to provide quality services as assigned to eligible participants and conduct outreach to school district personnel, students, family members, state and community stakeholders.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, or related field.
Proficient in maintaining accurate and timely records.
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, in various situations.
Capable of working independently under general supervision.
Strong problem-solving initiative.
Ability to build relationships with program consumers, agencies, and community partners.
Understanding of strict confidentiality standards.
Knowledge of adult learning principles
Able to maintain a positive, respectful interaction with a diverse staff and in difficult situations.
Ability to follow directives from supervisors and collaborate effectively with co-workers.
Strong customer service skills for interacting with students, teachers, parents, and community members.
Detail-oriented with a focus on data accuracy and timely completion of tasks.
Ability to prioritize tasks and work independently.

Nice To Haves

24 months of related direct instruction and teaching of youth with disabilities

Responsibilities

Provide direct classroom instruction to High School aged students with disabilities.
Assists in researching and developing curriculum and classroom activities based on the five WIOA indicators.
Offer feedback on existing curriculum to support redesign and improvement.
Prepare lesson plans, materials, and supplies to cater to a diverse student population.
Develop individualized hands-on work-based experiences for students.
Engage students effectively and maintain classroom management.
Conduct outreach to school partners to promote Pre-ETS services, including scheduling and traveling to schools.
Identify and understand the needs of school districts regarding Special Education Transition and how best to prepare students for integrated employment or post-secondary education.
Assist school partners to identify, recruit and enroll eligible youth for Pre-ETS services and activities.
Assists in preparation of content and format for courses, conferences, and other training events.
Tracks curricula in all steps of development, revision, production, release, and promotion.
Collaborate with agency partners, including DRS, DRS Counselors, and school staff to meet performance and collaboration targets.
Present program information to individuals, agencies, and groups.
Assist in preparation of content and format for courses, conferences, and training events.
Maintain confidentiality of student data and provide regular progress updates to leadership.
Submit and maintain caseload documentation as required.
Utilize personal vehicle for daily transportation to and from school campuses.
Perform other duties as assigned.