Life Skills & Transition Coordinator — On-Campus Vocational Support

Boston College; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition remission for Employees

Tuition remission for Spouses and Kids

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Low-Cost Life Insurance

401k/403b Retirement Plans

Paid Holidays, Sick and Vacation

Job summary

Boston College’s Campus School seeks a Life Skills Coordinator/Teaching Assistant to support transition planning for students aged 14–21 and coordinate vocational experiences on and off campus. You will work with classroom teams to develop individualized transition plans, support self-advocacy, daily living skills and community participation.

The role involves collaboration with families, adult service providers, and BC staff to ensure smooth transitions to adult services, while maintaining

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills required.
• Strong organizational abilities and attention to detail.
• Interpersonal skills for collaboration with students, families and staff.
• Technical proficiency with assistive technologies and data systems.
• Proven ability in curriculum and instruction development.
• Experience working in transdisciplinary teams and diverse settings.

Responsibilities

• Serve as liaison between Campus School, families, adult service agencies and community providers.
• Maintain records and transition portfolios for students aging into adult services.
• Plan, coordinate and support vocational experiences, including on-campus placements.
• Provide direct instruction in leisure, community-based instruction, and employment skills.
• Adapt materials and utilize assistive tech to maximize student access and independence.
• Develop community-based instruction and partnerships with BC and local communities.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Interpersonal skills

Technology skills

Problem-solving

Curriculum & instruction

Team collaboration

Diversity & inclusion

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Transition Certificate preferred

Job description

Boston College’s Campus School seeks a Life Skills Coordinator/Teaching Assistant to support transition planning for students aged 14–21 and coordinate vocational experiences on and off campus. You will work with classroom teams to develop individualized transition plans, support self-advocacy, daily living skills and community participation.

The role involves collaboration with families, adult service providers, and BC staff to ensure smooth transitions to adult services, while maintaining