Student Transition Specialist: Life Skills & Work Prep

PA Connecting Communities; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

PA Connecting Communities is seeking compassionate Transition Specialists to support students with intellectual disabilities as they move from school to adult life. The Transition Specialist will typically work Monday through Friday, 9 am–3 pm, aiming to develop individualized transition plans and build daily living, social, vocational, and independent living skills for students aged 14–21.

Join our growing team to collaborate with families, educators, employers, and agency representatives to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in education, psychology, social work, or related field with relevant experience.
• Minimum one year of recent successful teaching experience at the secondary level.
• Background in special education and transition practices at the secondary level.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement individualized transition plans aligned with IEP goals.
• Provide direct instruction and support in daily living, social, vocational and independent living skills.
• Collaborate with families, educators, administrators, employers and agency representatives.
• Facilitate community-based instruction and school-to-work experiences.
• Provide guidance on post-secondary education, vocational training, and employment opportunities.
• Monitor progress, collect data, and adjust plans as needed.
• Communicate with parents and school personnel regarding student goals and outcomes.
• Ensure compliance with IDEA regulations and best practices in transition planning.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Collaborative skills

Technology literacy

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Psychology, Social Work, or related field

Associate’s Degree plus 5+ years supervisory/management experience in Transition Services

Job description

PA Connecting Communities is seeking compassionate Transition Specialists to support students with intellectual disabilities as they move from school to adult life. The Transition Specialist will typically work Monday through Friday, 9 am–3 pm, aiming to develop individualized transition plans and build daily living, social, vocational, and independent living skills for students aged 14–21.

Join our growing team to collaborate with families, educators, employers, and agency representatives to