Transition & Postsecondary Coordinator

Winchester Public Schools; San Jacinto (CA); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Winchester Public Schools is seeking a qualified individual for a Special Education position focused on transition planning. The role includes training program staff, collaborating with community organizations, and developing job opportunities for students. Candidates must hold a current Connecticut Teacher Certification and have at least three years of experience in Secondary Special Education or Vocational Transition Education/Services. The position emphasizes the development and supervision of transition programs and aims to enhance students’ readiness for post-secondary education and employment.

Responsibilities

• Training and supervision of program staff.
• Provide training to Special Education teachers for transition activities.
• Develop relationships with community businesses for job site opportunities.
• Regularly check on job sites and gather feedback.
• Collaborate with area agencies on transition services.
• Coordinate transitional opportunities like field trips and job fairs.
• Assist in developing programming aligned with Connecticut CORE Transition Skills.
• Consult with students on strategies for transition readiness.

Skills

Experience in writing IEPs

Knowledge of Connecticut Core Transition Skills

Aligning curriculum with Connecticut Standards

Developing programming for transition planning

Knowledge of local/state resources for transition services

Education

Current Connecticut Teacher Certification (065, 165, or 265)

Three or more years in Secondary Special Education or Vocational Transition Education/Services

Job description

Winchester Public Schools is seeking a qualified individual for a Special Education position focused on transition planning. The role includes training program staff, collaborating with community organizations, and developing job opportunities for students. Candidates must hold a current Connecticut Teacher Certification and have at least three years of experience in Secondary Special Education or Vocational Transition Education/Services. The position emphasizes the development and supervision of transition programs and aims to enhance students’ readiness for post-secondary education and employment.