Transitional Coordinator

NSM is approved as an independent school by the Vermont State Board of Education to provide general and special education services to students, ages 5-22 in grades K-12 in the disability categories of Intellectual Disability, Specific Learning Disability, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Other Health Impairment, Emotional Disturbance, Speech or Language Impairment, Developmental Delay, Multiple Disabilities, and Traumatic Brain Injury. Additionally, NSM operates a program for adult alumni with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Mission: NSM is a learning community committed to preparing individuals with unique and complex challenges for successful lives. We use evidence based practices to promote independence, communication, social/emotional skills and academic growth, within a culture of safety and belonging. Position: NSM is currently seeking a Transition Coordinator that is responsible for working collaboratively with the Program Director(s) incharge of the high school aged population in order to develop a transition program and to provide career and transition services and support to individuals with disabilities, and to special education program staff and employers working with said individuals. Qualifications: Leadership or managerial experience and experience working with students and/or adults with disabilities. Associate’s Degree or higher preferred. Other requirements for this position include: Ensure maintenance of records: Personalized Learning Plans (PLPs), benchmarks, data, life assessments. Assess work-based skills aligned with Proficiency Based Graduation Requirements (PBGRs). Facilitate the development and implementation of transition type services based on transition and PLP goals. Model, train and support Student Support Specialists in working with students on the job and in the community as needed. Provide individual and small group instruction that align with students goals as necessary. Coordinate and case manage with Hireability. Comply with all policies and procedures with the NSM handbook and the Student and Family handbook. Must have excellent written, verbal, and time management skills. Strong interpersonal skills are required. Must have the ability to develop, maintain, collaborate positive relationships with all team members. Valid driver’s license, current vehicle inspection and car insurance is required. Compensation & Benefits: This is a full-time position, with an annual salary of $40,000 to $44,000. NSM offers health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, paid time off, and 401k retirement plan with employer match. NSM also encourages and supports exceptional opportunities for training and professional development. Apply: Please send your resume and cover letter to hiring@nsmvt.org. We encourage applicants to apply via email; or can also be mailed via USPS mail to The New School of Montpelier Human Resources, 11 West Street, Montpelier, VT 05602. Please note that only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. If you need assistance or an accommodation in the application process, please contact Human Resources at 802-223-0647 ext. 133. The New School of Montpelier is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military status, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Salary : $40,000 - $44,000