Transition Coach (Secondary) (54070)

Salary: This professional position follows the Collective Bargaining Agreement Salary Schedule, starting at Bachelor's, Step 1 - $58,554 for the 26/27 SY

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7.5 hours/day, 190 days/year

Job Goal: To build, implement, and maintain a comprehensive transition program for transition aged students (14+) in Intermediate Unit programming and to provide career opportunities for students; assist with PDE requirements in grade levels collecting data and assist with transitioning students back to home districts from CAIU class placements.

Performance Responsibilities:

1. Design and support implementation of transition-related programming, including assessment, in-class curriculum and instruction, and out of class experiences.
2. Lead and assist educational teams in the development, maintenance, and implementation of transition services and activities.
3. Work with local businesses and agencies to enhance the CAIU transition program.
4. Participate as a member of educational and IEP teams, including attending meetings as necessary and appropriate.
5. Maintain a knowledge base of current theories and practices in the field by attending pertinent professional development/continuing education programs, networking with professional colleagues, and reading relevant professional literature; provide or participate in professional development on pertinent topics related to the program assigned.
6. Advise administrators and staff regarding best practices and regulations on transition.
7. Complete all required reports and records within established timelines as required by Federal and State regulations and adhere to CAIU policies and procedures.
8. Transport students when necessary and only when accompanied by another staff member.
9. Support the mission of the CAIU and its Comprehensive Plan.
10. Assume any other responsibilities as assigned by Supervisor or his/her designee.
11. Assume any other responsibilities as assigned by the Executive Director or his/her designee.

Qualifications:

1. Bachelor's Degree required; Master's preferred.
2. Valid, active Pennsylvania Instructional II certification in special education.
3. Certification in a restraint management system as required by the assignment.
4. Experience working with students of transition age (13-21).
5. Experience working with transition related assessment, programming, and activities, including but not limited to post-secondary training, employment, and independent living.
6. Ability to design and support implementation of transition related programming.
7. Strong verbal and written communication skills.
8. Strong problem-solving and interpersonal skills.
9. Familiarity with Special Education rules and regulations.