SE Transition Specialist bei Sharyland Independent School District

 

Primary Purpose:

 

Provide adult students (ages 18-22) receiving special education services with instruction, guidance, training, coaching, and opportunities to gain community access, independent living skills, and employment opportunities to facilitate the successful transition to adult life after public school.   

 

Qualifications: 

 

Education/Certification: 

 

Bachelor’s Degree 

 

Special Education Certification 

 

Mid-management or Principal Certification preferred

 

 

VAC Certification (preferred) or willingness to obtain 60 hours of transition training over a three-year period toward VAC Certification 

 

Valid Texas Driver’s License 

 

Driving record that is insurable with Sharyland ISD’s insurance carrier 

 

Special Knowledge/Skills: 

 

Ability to work well with young adults with disabilities 

 

Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior 

 

Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills 

 

Demonstrated ability to be a positive team member 

 

Willingness to transport students in district owned vans 

 

 

Major Responsibilities and Duties: 

 

Collaborate with students, parents and other members of the staff to develop an Individualized Education Program (IEP) through the Admission, Review and Dismissal (ARD) Committee process for each student assigned 

 

Collaborate with Special Education Administration and campus staff in planning and implementing instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements 

 

Using research-based practices, provide instruction with well-developed lesson plans and materials addressing IEP goals, including Community-Based and Social Skills instruction      

 

Provide instruction to prepare students for vocational opportunities in the Center and in the Community 

 

Assist in the selection of instructional materials and equipment 

 

Develop and maintain a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to the physical, social, and emotional development of students 

 

Manage student behavior in the classroom and in the community; administer discipline according to Board policies, administrative regulations, and IEP 

 

Assess student’s learning styles and use results for instructional activities 

 

Use technologies in the teaching/learning process 

 

Consistently assess student achievement through data collection 

 

Provide or supervise personal care, medical care and/or feeding of students as needed 

 

Assume responsibility for community-based activities as assigned  

 

Present a positive role model for students that supports the mission of the school district 

 

Provide job coaching for students in volunteer and paid employment positions   

 

Provide consultation to parents and employers on implementing strategies designed to assist the student 

 

Build employer relations and job development in the community  

 

Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities 

 

Plan and supervise purposeful assignments for teacher assistant(s) and/or volunteer(s) 

 

Establish and maintain open lines of communication with students and their parents 

 

Maintain a professional relationship with all colleagues, students, parents, and community members 

 

Supervise students during transitions, arrivals, and departures from campus 

 

Keep the Center’s Director and Team Leaders fully informed with respect to conditions and needs of the classroom and of new techniques and materials being used in the classroom 

 

Promote professional improvement through reading educational journals and books, exploring transition/educational research, and participating in staff development activities 

 

Keep informed of and comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers 

 

Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required 

 

Follow all rules, regulations, and policies of Sharyland ISD and follow directives from supervisors 

 

Follow attendance policy as assigned by supervisor 

 

Perform other functions that may be assigned by the Administration and/or supervisor.    

 

Assume responsibility for the organization and operation of work within the area of supporting students and staff working with special education students following federal program guidelines as directed by the district and as specified in 34 Code of Federal Regulations §300.208 (a)(1) 

 

Supervisory Responsibilities: 

 

Supervise assigned teacher assistant(s) 

 

Working Conditions: 

 

Mental Demands: 

Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written); interpret policy, procedures, and data; coordinate district functions; maintain emotional control under stress 

  

Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: 

Frequent district wide and occasional statewide travel; occasional prolonged and irregular hours; frequent standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, pushing and pulling; occasional lifting up to 50 pounds; prolonged use of computer and repetitive hand motions; may be required lifting and positioning students; controlling behavior through physical restraint; assisting non-ambulatory students 

  

 

 

Acknowledgement: 

 

Any work-related experience or additional education/training resulting in acceptable proficiency levels in the above-required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be an acceptable substitute for the above-specified education and experience requirements at the sole discretion of District Administration. 

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