What are the responsibilities and job description for the Supervisor of Transition Services position at New Story Family of Schools?
Supervisor of Transition Services at New Story School
Lancaster, PA 17554, USA
Join New Story Schools, a leading special education provider dedicated to making a lasting impact on students’ lives. We serve children and young adults ages 5-22 in grades K-12 across multiple locations in Pennsylvania (statewide position), partnering with families and school districts to create a safe and empowering space for growth and development. Our schools offer small class sizes, individualized learning plans, and a supportive environment where students are empowered to succeed academically and socially.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Implement and administer career and transition services including but not limited to developing individualized plans, coordinating placement and transportation and monitoring progress.
- This is a statewide position, the person in this role would be traveling 50-75% of the time.
- Assist in designing and implementing transition programs and services for students in special education, focusing on preparing them for life after high school.
- Support the development of individualized transition plans as part of students' Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
- Ensure alignment of programs with state and federal regulations (e.g., IDEA, Section 504).
- Lead and manage a team of transition specialists, educators, and support staff.
- Provide guidance and mentorship to teachers, transition specialists, and paraprofessionals delivering transition services.
- Provide professional development and training on best practices in transition planning for teachers and staff.
- Collaborate with staff to ensure consistency and effectiveness in service delivery.
- Establish and maintain partnerships with community organizations, vocational programs, employers, and post-secondary institutions.
- Facilitate interagency coordination to provide seamless support for students transitioning to adulthood.
- Serve as a liaison between schools, families, and external agencies to ensure consistent communication and support.
- Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of transition services and make data-driven improvements.
- Maintain records, track student outcomes, and prepare reports for internal and external stakeholders.
- Collect and analyze data to assess the effectiveness of transition programs.
- Assist IEP teams in developing individual student graduation pathways.
- Stay informed of emerging best practices and updates in special education and transition planning.
- Ensure compliance with legal requirements, including those under IDEA and other special education laws.
- Oversee the acquisition and utilization of tools, materials, and technology to support transition programming.
WORK SKILLS
- Ability to work independently, prioritize, and manage multiple remote tasks effectively.
- Strong critical-thinking skills, able to anticipate needs and address issues proactively.
- Adaptable to changing priorities, workflows, and technology in a remote environment.
- Proficiency in MS Office Suite, Google, and other collaboration tools.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, able to correspond effectively across remove and in-person settings.
- Strong attention to detail, independent multitasking abilities, and efficient time management.
- Positive, professional, and capable of collaborating across remote and in-person environments.
BENEFITS
Eligible New Story Employees will receive competitive pay and benefits including:
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Company-paid Short-Term Disability and Life Insurance
- Voluntary Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability, Hospital, and Accident Coverage
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Tuition reimbursement
- 401K with 100% vested company contribution
- Healthcare, dependent care, and commuter Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Wellness Incentive Program
- Employee Discount Program
- Rewards program which allows you to earn points to purchase items
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Special Education, Educational Leadership, Rehabilitation Counseling, or a related field required.
- Master’s degree preferred.
- Active PA Instructional Special Education certification highly preferred.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in special education, transition services, or related areas.
- Demonstrated success in program development and leadership in an educational or community-based setting.
New Story School is an educational organization comprised of special education schools in Pennsylvania, Virginia, Ohio, New Jersey, and Massachusetts. We offer an academic learning environment integrated with behavior support services for students diagnosed with autism or emotional/behavioral disorders. Our multidisciplinary teams collaborate with families, school districts, and community partners to empower children in overcoming challenges and creating new stories in their lives.
New Story Schools is proud to be an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in the workplace. We are also committed to providing a drug-free, safe workplace for our employees and the students we serve. For more information about New Story Schools careers and benefits, please visit our website https://newstoryschools.com/careers
