Position Details
Title : Transition Coordinator
Reports to : Director of Transition and Empower U Kent ISD
Terms of Employment : 200 Days
Professional Contract- Grade 8
BROAD STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES :
The Transition Coordinator will support countywide special education transition services for students aged 14-26 under the supervision of the Director of Transition. The coordinator will support transition programming and services offered at Empower U, KCTC, and KCTC CORE including transition curriculum and high-quality instruction, data-driven program improvement, compliance monitoring, professional development, and working with families and community agencies. The Transition Coordinator will assist the Director of Transition with the training, compliance, and coordination of countywide special education transition services in collaboration with member district administrators.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :
- Valid Michigan professional certification in an area related to Special Education is required.
- Master’s degree in Special Education or related field, preferred.
- Three years of successful experience in special education.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :
Uses the working knowledge of effective instruction for supporting school processes and routines that engage teachers / staff in consistent monitoring of student progress and evaluation, adaptation, and improvement of instructional strategies that meet the individualized needs of students.Supports administrators and staff ensuring the quality of programming including the use of evidence-based strategies, meaningful IEP development and implementation to support student growth and achievement for students with disabilities.Assists in facilitating Empower U and Transition Services with a continuous improvement process. Works with the administrative team to deepen student and school data analysis to evaluate and revise school improvement goals and strategiesProvide coaching and support to teachers, administrators and district leaders.Assist the Director of Transition with the facilitation of Kent ISD’s Interagency Collaborative, District Transition Leadership Network, Kent Transition Agency Network, and Seamless Transition Council.Ensures appropriate LRE determinations and potential exit from programming based on student growth and progress.staff training and support to use the school’s data system for collecting, analyzing, and interpreting multiple forms of data for progress and performance monitoring.Forms relationships with staff, students, families, LEAs, and the broader school community and seeks out resources and support while advocating for the school / program.Attends IEP’s as determined for the purpose of facilitating process.Serves as a liaison between vocational and community contacts and transition programs.Provides staff development opportunities that incorporate the mission of the district, program evaluation outcomes, and input from the teachersWorks collaboratively with staff, young adults, parents, administrators, employers, and agency representatives.Assists with the development and facilitation of parent training in the transition planning process.Assists administrators in the coordination of community and work-based learning opportunities.Assists in the development of system guidelines, programs, and procedures.Analyzes, interprets and communicates information concerning special education laws, rules, regulations, procedures, policies and practices.Performs other duties as directed by the Director of Transition.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED :
Knowledgeable of Michigan and Federal statutes applicable to Special Education in order to effectively interpret such rules and regulations promulgated by the Michigan Department of Education and the Department of Education.Understanding of how federal, state, ISD and LEA levels of regulatory authority interact.Must possess exceptional organizational and supervisory skills, and excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact with superiors, peers, subordinates, local / state / national education representatives and regulatory / funding agencies, constituent districts and the public-at-large.Knowledge and demonstrated leadership on data management systems.Knowledge of effective project management and possess strong organizational skills.Experience with aligning Michigan standards to the instructional needs of students with disabilities.Knowledge and understanding of systems that support effective instruction and the ability to customize those systems within each center program.Strong problem-solving and dispute resolution skills.Ability to drive between buildings, local school districts and community sites.Demonstrates the ability to examine the impact of education inequities in student achievement outcomes as it aligns with race, ethnicity, and socio-economic status.Must pass criminal background check as required by School Safety Legislation.Benefits : Robust benefit package includes full medical, dental, and vision insurance; generous paid sick and personal days; State of Michigan School Employment retirement program; Kent ISD is a participating employer for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness program (PSLF / SAVE plan) for eligible Federal student loans.
The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Alternative requirements that may be appropriate and acceptable to the School Board may be considered. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The final candidate for this position will be required (at their cost) to furnish Kent Intermediate School District with a current Michigan State Police and FBI criminal records LiveScan check prior to our recommendation to hire.
The District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sex (including gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, childbirth, or a related condition), age, height, weight, familial status, marital status, military service, veteran status, genetic information, disability, or any other legally protected basis, and prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment and retaliation, in any education program or activity that it operates, including in admission and employment.
