Student Transition Specialist — Postschool Readiness

Young World Physical Education; Chester (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Chester County School District in Chester, South Carolina is seeking a Transitional Specialist for the 2026-2027 school year. The role focuses on providing transitional planning and supported work experiences for students in special education, with collaboration across school staff, parents, and community partners.

Responsibilities include developing Individual Transition Plans, team teaching with job coaches, and monitoring student progress in work sites, while ensuring compliance with district

Responsibilities

• Implement the transitional planning process according to the transition planning memorandum.
• Develop and review Individual Transition Plans for graduating students.
• Team‑teach with job coaches and teachers in school or community work sites.
• Monitor student progress in work experience sites and provide guidance.
• Provide job counseling with students and work supervisors as needed.
• Assist in vocational assessments in school and community settings.
• Assist in developing professional training plans for staff development.
• Coordinate transition operations with Vocational Education programs.
• Participate in task forces and advisory councils to improve the Transition program.
• Identify work experience sites and collaborate with district personnel and industry partners.
• Assist in placing students into school-based and community-based work experiences.
• Engage parents and community in the transition process.

Job description

Chester County School District in Chester, South Carolina is seeking a Transitional Specialist for the 2026-2027 school year. The role focuses on providing transitional planning and supported work experiences for students in special education, with collaboration across school staff, parents, and community partners.

Responsibilities include developing Individual Transition Plans, team teaching with job coaches, and monitoring student progress in work sites, while ensuring compliance with district