Transition Teacher

Position Type : Special Education

Date Posted : 9 / 3 / 2024

Location :

Longview High School Primary Purpose : Planning, implement, and evaluation of the transition education and services at the

school and system level. Work alongside other educators, families and community programs to ensure that

the students obtain their postsecondary goals.

Qualifications :

Education / Certification :

• Bachelor's degree from accredited university
• Valid Texas teaching certificate with required special education endorsements for assignments

Special Knowledge / Skills :

Major Responsibilities and Duties :

1. Collaborate with students, parents, and other members of staff to develop IEPs through the ARDCommittee

process for each student assigned (transition supplement).

2. Participate in ARD Committee meetings on a regular basis.

3. Plan and supervise assignments for teacher aide(s) and volunteer(s).

4. Systematically create transition goals for each student.

5. Conduct transition surveys and transition assessments.

6. Consult with district and outside resources regarding education, social, medical, and personal needs of students.

7. Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences through a variety of modalities with parents, students, principals, and teachers.

8. Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents, and community members.

9. Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.

10. Identify, establish, and maintain linkages with community agencies and businesses.

11. Facilitate referrals to other agencies.

12. Lead interagency transition meetings.

13. Develop and provide parent training in reference to transition.

14. Promote understanding of laws, eligibility requirements, and availability of services.

15. Assist students / families in understanding the system and accessing services.

16. Keep informed of and comply with federal, state, district, and school regulations and policies for special education teachers.

17. Compile, maintain, and submit all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required by the assessment team and / or SPED office.

18. Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.

19. Attend ARD meetings for all students in life skills, new students, and students with unique circumstances to be addressed in the ARD at the high school level.

20. Conduct ARD meetings in assistance to Supervisor of Special Education.

21. Support teachers in case management and ARD participation duties.

22. Monitor correct documentation of goal progress in the district designated computerized system for all students at the high school level.

23. Assist administration with crisis intervention for special education students.

24. Assist campus testing coordinator in resolving questions regarding accommodations for State Assessment.

25. Verify State Assessment accommodations are implemented on testing days.

26. Assist campus staff in understanding and access of special education records to insure IEP compliance.

27. Review Files for students who are graduating and ensure Indicator 14 requirements are met and available.

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