Transition Coordinator


JOB DESCRIPTION


SUMMARY OF POSITION
Under the direction of the Executive Director of Inclusive Education, provides direct services program coordination to students, parents and staff for issues related to transition between secondary sites and post high school education and/or employment. Provides technical assistance and training to school staff working with students regarding all facets of special education programming and compliance. Responsible for an abbreviated caseload for case management.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

This list of Responsibilities and Essential Functions is not exhaustive and may be supplemented.

• Maintain positive and collaborative relationships with Bureau of Vocational Rehabilitation (BVR) including counselor, technician, internal BVR Transition Coordinator, and BVR leadership.

• Create, plan, and deliver professional development on vocational rehabilitation transition services to school staff, on adult service agency policies, processes, and strategies.

• Develop summer work camps and work-based learning opportunities on and off campus.

• Engage and work collaboratively with related service providers to ensure that accommodations and assistive technologies needed in obtaining employment are provided within the transition process.

• Coordinate interagency collaboration and referral to outside agencies.

• Build, maintain, and manage pre-vocational programing across sites.

• Ensure that Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS) are being delivered to eligible students

• Perform outreach and liaison to local businesses, parents, supported decision teams, and students including the distribution of established relevant informational materials for the demonstration of vocational successes of students with disabilities and the potential benefits of hiring individuals with disabilities within a company or local business.

• Act as the transition leader and answer all transition related teacher questions.

• Ensure the implementation of best practices in community-based instruction and in Pre-ETS including vocational, independent living, and self-advocacy.

• Ensure high quality, evidence-based transition curriculum is available to special education teachers and staff and is delivered.

• Participate in and work with staff in creating and facilitating transition IEP’s to ensure fidelity of IDEA Checklist 13 and invitation and participation of BVR representative in student IEP meetings.

• Supports the continued improvement of special education programs through training and piloting various programs.

• Collects, analyzes, and reports on data for select state and district reports.

• Develops and maintains student files as required, according to Board policy and appropriate laws.

• Perform such other duties and associated responsibilities as the Director of Inclusive Education may assign.

• Case management as assigned.

NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Perform related duties as assigned.

WORK CONTACTS
Frequent contacts with administrators, district staff, students, parents, other agencies, and the public to provide and obtain information and facilitate smooth coordination of agencies for post-high school placement.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
Considerable knowledge of the principles and practices for effective teaching techniques and strategies in area of special education; of Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) federal regulations; of lesson planning; of available instructional media; of modern techniques for assessment; of effective interpersonal communication; and stages of child development.

SKILL TO
Skill to perform multiple, highly complex, technical tasks with a need to periodically upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adhering to safety practices, operating equipment used in a classroom setting, including a computer; planning and managing projects; preparing and maintaining accurate records; and using pertinent software applications.

ABILITY TO

• Meet and instruct assigned classes.

• Work independently and handle multiple priorities.

• Assess the accomplishments of students.

• Model good instructional, coaching, and mentoring practices.

• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

• Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law.

• Operate or learn to operate technology and software.

• Communicate enthusiasm, excitement, and a strong feeling of commitment to the teaching profession.

• Schedule activities, meetings, and/or events.

• Gather, collate, and/or classify data.

• Conduct research, analyze data, develop sound conclusions, and prepare comprehensive reports and plans.

• Work with a diversity of individuals and/or groups.

• Exercise confidentiality, tact, diplomacy, and independent judgment in the performance of duties.

• Follow established policies and procedures.

• Remain open to others’ ideas and contribute to building a positive team spirit.

• Multi-task and successfully work with students, staff, and public.

• Solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concreate variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.

• Cleary, accurately, and appropriately communicate with students, teachers, parents and members of the community.

• Meet deadlines and exercise good judgement while working in a dynamic environment.

• Appropriately handle stress and interact with others.

• Maintain regular attendance and punctuality.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED
Work is performed under the direction of the Executive Director of Inclusive Education, who will at least annually evaluate the Transition Coordinator’s performance. Work is evaluated through observations and results achieved.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED
None

CONDITIONS OF WORK

Work is performed under the following conditions:

• Exposure to climate-controlled office settings to outside weather with temperatures ranging from mild/moderate to extreme cold/heat.May involve exposure to noise levels ranging from moderate to very loud and occasional to frequent time periods.May involve work in crowded environments.

SAFETY SENSITIVE

ACCEPTABLE EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING
Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in special education or a related field; and equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the work.

LICENSES/CERTIFICATES
Possession of a valid Special Education Generalist Teaching Certificate issued by the State of Nevada

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL/INTELLECTUAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical and mental/intellectual requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Those requirements include:

• Strength, dexterity, coordination, and vision to use keyboard and video display terminal for prolonged periods.
• Strength and stamina to bend, stoop, sit, and stand for long periods of time.Dexterity and coordination to handle files and single pieces of paper; occasional lifting of files, stacks of paper or reports, references, student work, and other materials.Some reaching for items above and below waist and head level.Some reaching, bending, squatting, and stooping to access files, student work, and other items as necessary.The manual dexterity and cognitive ability to operate a personal computer and other educational technology (LCD projector, smart board, interactive panel, iPad/tablets, etc.) to enhance student learning.Involves hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone.Medium to heavy lifting (25 to 40 pounds) may occasionally be required.
• In compliance with applicable disability laws, reasonable accommodations may be provided for qualified individuals with a disability who require and request such accommodations.Applicants and incumbents are encouraged to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

EMPLOYEE PUNCTUALITY AND APPEARANCE
In order for DCSD schools to operate effectively, employees are expected to perform all assigned duties and work all scheduled hours during each designated workday, unless the employee has received approved leave. Any deviation from assigned hours must have prior approval from the employee’s supervisor or building administrator. All employees are required to report to work dressed in a manner that reflects a positive image of DCSD and is appropriate for their position.

NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The Douglas County School District does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, creed/religion, color, national or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity or expression, genetic information, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, age, veterans or military status, or political affiliation in admission to or access to, treatment or employment, or participation in its programs and activities, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups, pursuant to federal and state laws including, but not limited to, Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title II of the American with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act (IDEA), and the Boy Scouts of America Equal Access Act. The Douglas County School District is an equal opportunity employer and will not knowingly discriminate in any area of employment, which includes recruiting and hiring practices, working conditions, training, promotion, and terms and conditions of employment. Individuals with a disability who require reasonable accommodation(s) during any step of the screening process or who have questions about qualifications should notify a representative in Human Resources. Notification may be made in person, in writing, or by calling (775) 782-7177.

The Superintendent of Douglas County School District has designated the following position to handle inquiries regarding student and employee non-discrimination policies:


Executive Director of Human Resources
1638 Mono Avenue
Minden, Nevada 89423
Phone: (775) 782-7177

EMPLOYEE ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
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