Transition Specialist

Center for Disability Svcs; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 33,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

EAP

Generous PTO

Tuition Reimbursement

Early Access to Pay with RAIN

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Job summary

The Center for Disability Services is seeking a Transition Specialist for the Langan School in New York. You will develop and oversee the Vocational Education and LIFE Skills program to help students with disabilities gain essential work and life skills and work toward their IEP goals.

You will collaborate with teachers, therapists, families, and community partners to design curricula, coordinate work placements, monitor progress, and provide ongoing coaching to students and staff, promoting

Qualifications

• Active NYS Teaching Assistant or Teacher Certification required.
• 3+ years of experience in special education.
• Experience in vocational education or life skills training desirable.
• Strong collaboration and communication with students, families, and interdisciplinary teams.
• Ability to design and implement functional assessments and curriculum.
• Proficiency in data collection, analysis, and reporting on student outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and evaluate the Vocational Education and Life Skills curriculum aligned with NYS standards and IEPs.
• Collaborate with students, families, and staff to create transition plans including work placement and life skills.
• Identify, coordinate, and supervise internships, job shadowing, and youth employment experiences.
• Provide ongoing coaching and classroom consultation on transition strategies.
• Track and report student progress to ensure goals are met.

Skills

Certification knowledge

Collaboration & communication

Curriculum design

Data collection & reporting

Student-focused planning

Education

Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Where people get better at life! Join us in our mission to make a difference and shape a more inclusive future.

Job Title : Transition Specialist

Job Overview :

We are seeking a passionate Transition Specialist to join the Langan School, where you will play a key role in preparing students with disabilities for life beyond school. In this position, you will develop and oversee the Vocational Education and L.I.F.E. (Learning Independence through Functional Education) Skills program, helping students acquire essential work and life skills that foster independence and success. This role involves working closely with teachers, therapists, families, and community partners to support students in achieving their Individual Education Plan (IEP) goals.

Key Responsibilities :

• Program Development : Design, implement, and evaluate the Vocational Education and Life Skills curriculum in alignment with NYS Education standards and student IEPs.
• Student Transition Planning : Collaborate with students, families, and school staff to create transition plans that support long-term goals, including work placement and life skills development.
• Work-Based Learning : Identify, coordinate, and supervise internal and external work placements (e.g., internships, job shadowing, youth employment) that provide students with real-world experience.
• Coaching and Support : Provide ongoing guidance to students during their work/life skill experiences and offer classroom consultation to teachers and therapists regarding transition strategies.
• Data Monitoring : Track and report on student progress, ensuring that the vocational and life skills program is effectively meeting educational and developmental goals.

Qualifications :

• Education : Associate's degree required; Bachelor's degree preferred (additional $1.06/hour).
• Certification : Active New York State Teaching Assistant or Teacher Certification required.
• Experience : 3+ years of experience working in special education, particularly with students with moderate to severe disabilities. Experience in vocational education or life skills training is highly desirable.
• Skills : Knowledge of special education, vocational education, and life skills management.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills for working with students, families, and interdisciplinary teams.
• Ability to design and implement functional assessments and curriculum.
• Proficiency in data collection, analysis, and reporting on student outcomes.

Why Join Us?

At Langan School, you'll have the chance to shape the future of students with disabilities, guiding them toward independence and success. We offer a supportive work environment, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to make a lasting impact in students' lives.

At The Center for Disability Services, we don't just accept difference -we celebrate it, support it, and thrive on it for the benefit of our employees and the people we support. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any protected class of job applicant or employee in our employment practices.

Compensation Range:

$24.12 - $27.74

Benefits:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Early Access to Pay with RAIN
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)