Transition Coordinator 26-27 SY

SEEM Collaborative•Woburn, MA

18h•Onsite

About The Position

The Transition Coordinator supports the school's mission and vision by collaborating with various stakeholders to implement new and existing curricula, make recommendations for program improvement, and support teachers in enhancing instructional practices. This role is crucial in fostering a culture of lifelong learning and reflective practice. A key responsibility is coordinating the vocational training program, including developing and managing school and community-based work experiences, and acting as the primary liaison between the school and worksites. The coordinator will also oversee van usage for trips, manage vehicle maintenance, and lead the transition department, including supervising and training job coaches. They will guide the development and implementation of in-service training programs for the transition department, complete essential transition planning forms, and collaborate with the IEP Team to create IEP objectives aligned with students' postsecondary goals. Participation in various team meetings, consultation with teachers to ensure community trips align with IEP goals, and planning/maintaining a transition curriculum are also core duties. The role involves administering vocational and transition assessments, providing direct training in independent living and community access, and coordinating services within the community. Collaboration with districts, state agencies, and local service providers is essential for seamless transitions to adult services. The coordinator will also manage student participation in specific initiatives, assist teachers with transition portfolios and MyCAP activities, and collect data on post-school outcomes. Classroom coverage and other assigned tasks are also part of the role.

Requirements

Master’s degree
DESE licensure in education (i.e. Moderate Disabilities, 5-12, Severe-All Levels) or similar certification in a related vocational/transition field
A valid MA driver’s license and safe driving record
Must read, write and speak English fluently
Demonstrate strong leadership skills
Demonstrate effective communication, collaboration and interpersonal skills
Must demonstrate strong organizational skills
Must be able to work effectively with interruptions and reprioritize tasks as unexpected circumstances arise
Demonstrate flexibility and ability to apply critical thinking skills in rendering solutions to various issues
Must be able to face challenges positively and productively and to help others make sense of change
Demonstrate ability to use Microsoft Office, G-Suite and other district technology effectively
Must have mobility required to sufficiently assist students with disabilities with physical needs, personal care, and behavioral challenges
Must possess the ability to lift, push, pull and/or carry up to 40 pounds on an occasional basis and have the ability to move quickly from standing to floor and floor to stand
May be required to physically restrain individuals in situations where there is a risk of serious and imminent harm

Nice To Haves

Experience working with high school and transition age young adults with exceptional needs
DESE Transition Specialist Endorsement

Responsibilities

Support school mission and vision
Collaborate with principal, assistant principal, curriculum coordinator, clinicians, teachers, and consultants to identify areas to implement new and existing curricula, make recommendations for program improvement or initiatives
Collaborate with principal, assistant principal, curriculum coordinator and other consultants to implement school objectives and provide support for teachers to improve instructional practices
Assist in developing a culture that encourages lifelong learning, reflective practice and collaboration
Coordinate vocational training program including the development and operation of school and community-based work experiences, serving as the primary liaison between the school and worksites
Coordinate van use for work and community trips
Oversee vehicle maintenance
Lead transition department including ongoing supervision and training of job coaches
Guide development, implementation, in-service training programs for transition department
Complete Transition Planning Forms, Summary of Student Performance and collaborate with the IEP Team to create IEP objectives calculated to meet the students’ postsecondary goals
Participate in Team meetings (three-year re-evaluations, annuals, progress/update, transition meetings) as needed
Provide consultation to classroom teachers to ensure community trips are centered on students’ IEP and TPF goals
Plan and maintain a transition curriculum to be implemented through the classrooms with the support of classroom teachers and instructional aides/job coaches
Administer vocational and transition assessments for specific students (i.e. three year reevaluations, as requested by district) to inform the IEP and team process
Provide direct training in the areas of independent living, community access and lifelong learning, and is responsible for assessing student needs and coordinating training and services within the individual’s community
Coordinate with districts, state agencies, local service providers and SEEM Clinicians in regards to the status of Chapter 688 referrals and to ensure seamless transitions to adult services and supports
Coordinate student participation in the Massachusetts Inclusive Concurrent Enrollment Initiative programs
Assist teachers in the development of transition portfolios and assist and advise teachers on the implementation of MyCAP activities
Work with school administration to collect Indicator 14 data on post-school outcomes
Provide classroom coverage when needed
May be asked to cover for Teacher leave of absences
Perform other tasks/responsibilities as assigned by the principal/assistant principal
Employment is contingent upon passing a SAFIS fingerprint and CORI screening
Other duties as assigned by the Program Principal