Pre-ETS Specialist, Southwest MO Region (Remote w/Travel)

University of Missouri-Columbia; Columbia Township (MO); Remote; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Missouri-Columbia is seeking a Pre-ETS Specialist to provide pre-employment transition services to students with disabilities. This remote position involves extensive travel to designated school districts and requires strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills. A bachelor's degree is preferred, along with a minimum of 3-4 years of relevant experience in teaching or counseling.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Flexible hours

Qualifications

• 3-4 years of experience, including at least two years in teaching or counseling.
• Current MO teaching certificate or substitute teacher certification required.
• Experience with transition-age youth and familiarity with disability programs.

Responsibilities

• Job Exploration Counseling to prepare students for employment.
• Workplace Readiness Training to enhance job skills.
• Postsecondary Education Counseling for academic advancement.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Relationship-building

Leadership

Education

Associate's degree in early childhood education or related area

Bachelor’s degree required

Master’s degree in education or related field preferred

Job description

Pre-ETS Specialist, Southwest MO Region (Remote w/Travel)

Join to apply for the Pre-ETS Specialist, Southwest MO Region (Remote w/Travel) role at University of Missouri-Columbia

Pre-ETS Specialist, Southwest MO Region (Remote w/Travel)

6 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Join to apply for the Pre-ETS Specialist, Southwest MO Region (Remote w/Travel) role at University of Missouri-Columbia

Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.

Hiring Department

Pre-Employment Transition Services Program

College of Education & Human Development

University of MO-Columbia

Job Description

This position supports the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) requirement for Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) to collaborate with Local Educational Agencies (LEA) to deliver Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS) to eligible students with disabilities in Missouri secondary schools. This role involves working closely with LEAs, VR, and community partners to prepare students for employment, postsecondary education, and independent living.

This position’s assigned schools will be in the Howell, Ozark, and Douglas County regions, and others as assigned by the Director of the Pre-ETS Program. The individual selected for this position must live and work in the assigned area.

This position’s assigned schools will be in the Howell, Ozark, and Douglas County regions, and others as assigned by the Director of the Pre-ETS Program. The individual selected for this position must live and work in the assigned area.

Key Responsibilities

• Job Exploration Counseling
• Postsecondary Education Counseling
• Workplace Readiness Training
• Work-Based Learning Experiences
• Self-Advocacy & Peer Mentoring
  
  

Additional Information

• Requires home-office setup and up to 100% travel to assigned school districts.
• This position is not located in Columbia, MO; applicants must reside in the Southwest MO service area.
  
  

Position Requirements

Applicants must live and serve in the assigned Southwest MO Pre-Employment Transition Services area and be willing to work from a home office. This position requires up to 100% travel to designated school districts and is not based in Columbia, MO.

Shift

This is a full-time, benefit-eligible remote location.

40 hours per week, 12 months per year.

Monday - Friday

Remote work with substantial travel.

Minimum Qualifications

Associate's degree in early childhood education, child development or related area or the equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Pre-ETS Qualifications:

• Experience: Minimum of 3–4 years, including at least two years in teaching or counseling, with frequent interaction with state agencies, school staff, and students in Missouri secondary schools.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree in education or related field preferred. A current MO teaching certificate or substitute teacher certification is required, with preference for Special Education certification.
• Preferred Skills: Experience with transition-age youth, familiarity with disability programs (vocational rehabilitation, special education), career pathways, and strong skills in communication, organization, relationship-building, and leadership.
• Additional: Valid MO driver’s license, flexible hours, and extensive travel required.
  
  

Anticipated Hiring Range

Salary Range: $50,000 to $55,000 yearly, grant available/funded

Grade: GGS-008

University Title: Child Development Teacher

Internal applicants can determine their University title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.

Application Materials

In addition to the full University application, all applicants must submit the following application materials as an attachment:

• Cover letter specific to this position.
• Current resume.
• List of references which must include at least two previous supervisors. These references will not be contacted until after an interview with the candidate has been conducted.
  
  

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Education

• Industries

  Higher Education and Research Services

Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at University of Missouri-Columbia by 2x

Sign in to set job alerts for “Specialist” roles.

Columbia, MO $1,500.00-$7,000.00 3 months ago

Pre-ETS Specialist, Northeast MO Horizons (Remote w/Travel)

Columbia, MO $50,000.00-$55,000.00 2 weeks ago

Pre-ETS Specialist, Northeast MO Horizons (Remote w/Travel)

Columbia, MO $50,000.00-$55,000.00 1 week ago

Columbia, MO $50,000.00-$250,000.00 1 day ago

Business Services Consultant II - Clinician Compensation

Columbia, MO $52,915.20-$96,054.40 5 days ago

Missouri, MO $40,000.00-$120,000.00 6 days ago

Heart of MO RPDC Schoolwide Positive Behavior Consultant

Columbia, MO $51,875.00-$55,000.00 6 days ago

Patient Activation Specialist (Southern and Central Missouri, Columbia, Jefferson City, Springfield)

Revenue Recovery Specialist – Follow Up Team

Outside Sales Rep Columbia Lake of Ozarks or surrounding area

Medical Coding Specialist - (Dual Post linked to Job ID 54697 Medical Coding Specialist Certified(MCS-C))

Automotive Maintenance Coordinator - Remote

Medical Coding Specialist - Certified (Dual Post linked to Job ID 54698 Medical Coding Specialist(MCS))

Medical Coding Specialist - Certified –Retro Auth Team (Dual Post linked to Job ID –55830 Medical Coding Specialist)

Medical Coding Specialist - Retro Auth Team (Dual Post linked to Job ID 55831 - Medical Coding Specialst - Certified)

Volunteer: Make A Difference, Holts Summit! - Local Coordinator to Exchange Students Needed!

We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.