Transition Coordinator

The High Road School of Providence and Specialized Education Inc. provide social / emotional and academic services to students with a variety of special differences.  It is our goal to develop student confidence and competence through individualized academic and behavioral programs.  Working in collaboration with the local community provides us an opportunity to address student differences in conjunction with district needs in a meaningful manner that broadens student growth opportunities and enhances their academic experience.

Responsibilities:

• Manages transition and follow-up between school and LEA
• Participates in transition meetings
• Collaborates with students, families and special education teachers in developing and realistic and achievable post-secondary transition plans
• Links students with post-secondary special support coordinator
• Participates in the Individual Education Plan (IEP) process as required
• Facilitates the implementation of IEP program components relevant to transition planning, as well as, provides updates for IEP transition goals and objectives
• Assists families, parents, and students to access transition services
• Oversees maintenance of school attendance records and data
• Facilitates meetings with students, parents and staff as attendance issues arise
• Participates in multi-disciplinary meetings involving cooperation with other pupil personnel workers, school personnel, parents and community agencies
• Maintains appropriate school records and provides written reports and communications
• Participates as a resource person in in-service training and planning
• Works in collaboration with the Social Services Team
• Other duties as assigned by the Program Director

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• An understanding of the IEP process; including current IDEA laws and state and local regulations
• Knowledge of current state law/regulations regarding high school proficiency standards
• Knowledge and competency of understanding credit and graduation requirements
• Knowledge of policies and practices of the school with regard to truancy and discipline
• Ability to aid in program development

Education, Training and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in related field 
• Transition Certification preferred but not required 
• Evidence of in-depth knowledge of special education programs and experience working with individuals with exceptional needs

• Hourly pay $18-$20
• Tuition reimbursement up to $2,565
• Continued instructional coaching and leadership support