Transition Coordinator, John Paul II Center for Special Learning
About The Position
The Transition Coordinator at John Paul II Center for Special Learning is responsible for guiding students aged 14 and older, along with their families, through the transition planning process for post-graduation life. This role involves collaborating with local agencies about post-secondary employment and living options, teaching transition and job skill lessons for secondary programs, overseeing the student-led lunch program, and attending monthly meetings with Berks County Transition Coordinating Council. This position will move between two locations the Special Blends Café by JPII at Alvernia University American House 345 Penn St Reading, PA. and JPII Center for Special Learning 1092 Welsh Rd. Shillington, PA.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Special Education, Vocational Rehabilitation, Counseling, or a related field.
- Experience teaching students with IDD and Autism, transition planning, vocational training, hospitality, retail management, or related areas.
- Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with students, families, staff, and community partners.
- Knowledge of food safety and café operations.
- Background clearances required per the Diocesan protocol.
- Commitment to the mission and values of John Paul II Center for Special Learning.
Nice To Haves
- Master's degree preferred.
Responsibilities
- Work with students and their families to develop individualized transition plans that provide progress reports/IEP's, outline goals and steps for post-graduation success.
- Provide information and resources about post-secondary education, employment, and independent living options.
- Facilitate meetings with students, families, and other stakeholders to review and update transition plans annually.
- Establish and maintain relationships with local agencies, employers, and community organizations to support student transition.
- Coordinate with external partners to secure worksite placements and other transition services for students.
- Serve as the primary contact for agencies involved in student transition planning.
- Develop and teach transition and job skill lessons tailored to the needs of secondary program students.
- Monitor student progress in worksite placements and provide feedback and support as needed.
- Oversee the planning, coordination, and execution of the student-led lunch program.
- Ensure that students are developing essential skills such as teamwork, food preparation, budgeting, and customer service.
- Supervise and mentor students involved in the lunch program, ensuring a positive and educational experience.
- Collaborate with other staff and teacher team members to support the overall mission and goals of John Paul II Center.
- Assist in the development and implementation of policies and programs that enhance student transition outcomes.
- Support the Transition Program Director to guide and implement the operational and strategic goals of the program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
