Transition Coordinator 26-27 SY

SEEM Prep; Woburn (MA); On-site; USD 64,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

SEEM Collaborative’s SEEM Prep in Woburn, MA is hiring a Transition Coordinator for the 26-27 school year. The role reports to the Program Principal and directs a team of job coaches, overseeing vocational training and transition activities for students with disabilities.

Requires a Master's degree and MA DESE licensure (or equivalent), plus an MA driver's license. Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills are essential to coordinate curricula, IEP goals, and community

Qualifications

• Master's degree is required.
• DESE licensure or equivalent certification required.
• Valid MA driver's license and safe driving record.

Responsibilities

• Support school mission and vision.
• Collaborate with leaders and staff to identify areas to implement curricula and improvements.
• Coordinate vocational training programs and work experiences between school and worksites.
• Lead transition department including supervision and training of job coaches.
• Develop transition curriculum and coordinate with teachers and aides.
• Administer assessments to inform IEP and transition planning.
• Provide direct training in independent living and community access.
• Coordinate with districts and providers for seamless transitions to adult services.
• Assist teachers in developing transition portfolios and MyCAP activities.
• Provide classroom coverage as needed and support principal.

Skills

English fluency

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Critical thinking

MS Office

G-Suite

Mobility to assist students

Education

Master's degree

DESE licensure in education (5-12 etc)

MA driver's license

Tools

MS Office

G-Suite

Job description

Transition Coordinator 26-27 SY

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Job Details

Starting Date: Aug 26, 2026

Job Description

TITLE: Transition Coordinator

REPORTS TO : Program Principal, Assistant Principal, Director of Transition Services, Executive Director

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required:

• Master's degree
• DESE licensure in education (i.e. Moderate Disabilities, 5-12, Severe-All Levels) or similar certification in a related vocational/transition field.
• A valid MA driver's license and safe driving record.

Preferred:

• Experience working with high school and transition age young adults with exceptional needs
• DESE Transition Specialist Endorsement

ESSENTIAL SKILLS:

• Must read, write and speak English fluently
• Demonstrate strong leadership skills
• Demonstrate effective communication, collaboration and interpersonal skills
• Must demonstrate strong organizational skills; Must be able to work effectively with interruptions and reprioritize tasks as unexpected circumstances arise.
• Demonstrate flexibility and ability to apply critical thinking skills in rendering solutions to various issues; Must be able to face challenges positively and productively and to help others make sense of change
• Demonstrate ability to use Microsoft Office, G-Suite and other district technology effectively
• Must have mobility required to sufficiently assist students with disabilities with physical needs, personal care, and behavioral challenges. Must possess the ability to lift, push, pull and/or carry up to 40 pounds on an occasional basis and have the ability to move quickly from standing to floor and floor to stand. May be required to physically restrain individuals in situations where there is a risk of serious and imminent harm.

SCOPE OF DUTIES:

• Support school mission and vision
• Collaborate with principal, assistant principal, curriculum coordinator, clinicians, teachers, and consultants to identify areas to implement new and existing curricula, make recommendations for program improvement or initiatives

• Collaborate with principal, assistant principal, curriculum coordinator and other consultants to implement school objectives and provide support for teachers to improve instructional practices
• Assist in developing a culture that encourages lifelong learning, reflective practice and collaboration
• Coordinate vocational training program including the development and operation of school and community-based work experiences, serving as the primary liaison between the school and worksites.
• Coordinate van use for work and community trips. Oversee vehicle maintenance.
• Lead transition department including ongoing supervision and training of job coaches
• Guide development, implementation, in-service training programs for transition department
• Complete Transition Planning Forms, Summary of Student Performance and collaborate with the IEP Team to create IEP objectives calculated to meet the students’ postsecondary goals.
• Participate in Team meetings (three-year re-evaluations, annuals, progress/update, transition meetings) as needed.
• Provide consultation to classroom teachers to ensure community trips are centered on students’ IEP and TPF goals.
• Plan and maintain a transition curriculum to be implemented through the classrooms with the support of classroom teachers and instructional aides/job coaches.
• Administer vocational and transition assessments for specific students (i.e. three year reevaluations, as requested by district) to inform the IEP and team process.
• Provide direct training in the areas of independent living, community access and lifelong learning, and is responsible for assessing student needs and coordinating training and services within the individual’s community.
• Coordinate with districts, state agencies, local service providers and SEEM Clinicians in regards to the status of Chapter 688 referrals and to ensure seamless transitions to adult services and supports.
• Coordinate student participation in the Massachusetts Inclusive Concurrent Enrollment Initiative programs.
• Assist teachers in the development of transition portfolios and assist and advise teachers on the implementation of MyCAP activities
• Will work with school administration to collect Indicator 14 data on post-school outcomes.
• Provide classroom coverage when needed. May be asked to cover for Teacher leave of absences.
• Perform other tasks/responsibilities as assigned by the principal/assistant principal
• Employment is contingent upon passing a SAFIS fingerprint and CORI screening.
• Other duties as assigned by the Program Principal.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $64,299 to $101,744 Per Year

Job Categories:

Special Education > Transition Specialist

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Kris Nickas
• SEEM Prep
• Email: [e-mail]