Director of Transition Services

New Story; United States; Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading special education provider is seeking a Director of Transition Services to develop and implement vital transition programming. You'll lead a team of specialists, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and fostering partnerships to enhance student opportunities. Candidates must have a Master’s degree in Special Education or a related field, with a minimum of 5 years of experience in special education and demonstrated leadership in program development. This remote role requires 75% travel across Pennsylvania.

Benefits

Paid school breaks

Health, dental, vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development programs

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in special education or transition services.
• Demonstrated leadership and program development experience.
• Active PA Instructional Special Education certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead transition programming development across the organization.
• Oversee individualized transition plans within students’ IEPs.
• Supervise transition specialists and support staff.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Program development

Data analysis

Communication

Education

Master’s degree in Special Education or related field

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Director of Transition Services

Location: Remote in Lancaster, PA 17601

Employment Type: Full-Time (Monday to Friday)

Salary: Based on education and experience

Join New Story Schools (NSS), 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 and Ohio, 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.

At the heart of our work are our core values — integrity, accountability, collaboration, inclusion, and support — which guide how we show up for students, families, and each other every day.

Why Join Us?

• Salary - Based on education and experience.
• Weekday Schedule – Work Monday through Friday with a consistent school-based schedule, no nights or weekends required.
• Paid School Breaks & Time Off – Enjoy paid school breaks, holidays, and personal time off, ensuring time to recharge and reset.
• Comprehensive Benefits – Access health, dental, and vision insurance, plus employer-paid short-term disability, life insurance, and flexible spending accounts (FSA/HSA).
• Financial Perks – Benefit from a 401(k)-retirement plan with up to 4% company match, plus employer-paid HSA contributions and life & disability insurance.
• Professional Development – Advance your career with tuition reimbursement, mentorship programs, leadership training, and pathways to grow into teaching or behavioral health roles.
• Supportive Team – Collaborate with educators, specialists, and therapists in a positive, inclusive environment with annual awards, Teammate Appreciation Week, and team-building events.
• Make an Impact – Help students with special needs build life skills, confidence, and independence in a supportive school environment.

Your Role as Director of Transition Services

• Strategic Leadership & Vision: Lead the development and execution of transition programming across the organization, ensuring alignment with IDEA, Section 504, and other relevant regulations while setting a clear vision for post-secondary success.
• Program Oversight & Compliance: Oversee the creation and implementation of individualized transition plans within students’ IEPs, ensuring quality, consistency, and legal compliance; maintain readiness for audits and reviews related to transition services.
• Team Supervision & Development: Supervise and mentor transition specialists, educators, and support staff, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement through coaching and professional development.
• Innovation & Best Practices: Provide strategic leadership and training on evidence-based transition practices, including age-appropriate transition assessments, student-led planning, career readiness, and self-advocacy; identify, implement, and monitor effective tools, assessments, and technology platforms (e.g., Transition Planning Inventory, PA Secondary Transition Toolkit, career interest surveys, person-centered planning tools).
• Collaboration & Partnerships: Build and sustain partnerships with community organizations, vocational programs, employers, and post-secondary institutions to expand student opportunities; facilitate interagency collaboration to ensure seamless support for students transitioning into adulthood.
• Family & Stakeholder Engagement: Serve as a key liaison between schools, families, and external agencies, promoting transparent and effective communication to support individualized graduation pathways and post-secondary goals.
• Data-Driven Improvement: Monitor program effectiveness through data collection, analysis, and reporting; leverage transition indicators (e.g., Indicator 13 and Indicator 14) and other metrics to evaluate outcomes and drive continuous improvement.
• Statewide Travel & Support: Travel to school locations across Pennsylvania to provide direct on-site support, oversight, and ensure fidelity of transition programming across the state.

Required Qualifications

• Education & Credentials: Master’s degree in Special Education, Educational Leadership, Rehabilitation Counseling, or a related field required; active PA Instructional Special Education certification highly preferred.
• Professional Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in special education, transition services, or related fields, with demonstrated expertise in program development and service delivery.
• Leadership & Management: Minimum of 5 years in a supervisory or leadership role, with proven ability to mentor staff, oversee program implementation, and foster organizational growth.
• Program Development & Impact: Demonstrated success in designing, leading, and scaling educational or community-based programs that drive measurable student outcomes and organizational effectiveness.
• Location & Travel: This is a remote role with 75% travel. The ideal candidate will be local to the Central Pennsylvania area, preferably residing in Lancaster, Pennsylvania 17601.

Ready to Make an Impact?

At New Story Schools, we are committed to diversity, inclusion, and creating a supportive, drug-free workplace. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Join our team and help shape a brighter future for students with special needs!