Position Title: Special Education Transition Program (High School) 2026-2027 SY
Terms of Employment: Teacher Work Year (181 Attendance Days)
Immediate Supervisor: Building Principal 
Salary: Starting $52,500 (Per EPET 2024 - 2028 Contract)

Board Contribution Benefits: (Per EPET 2024 - 2028 Contract)

• Sick and Personal Leave
• Teachers Retirement System (TRS) - Board Contribution is .58%
• Medical, Vision and Dental
  • Single - Board Contribution is 80%
  • Single + 1 - Board Contribution is 60%
  • Family - Board Contribution is 50%
• Basic Life and AD&D Insurance - Board Contribution is 100%
• LTD Insurance - Board Contribution is 100%

Employee Only Contribution Benefits:

• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending
• 403(b) and 457(b)

Summary:

Under the general supervision of the School Principal, to develop students' skills in listening, speaking, reading and writing, foster communication skills, develop an understanding and appreciation of literature of all types, motivate students to read a wide variety of publications to derive information, comprehend and critically assess the reading materials, and to promote the development of skills in the field of English reading, grammar and syntax.

Certification/License:

1. Professional Educator License (PEL)
2. LBS I
3. LBS II, Transition Specialist, preferred
4. Prior experience working with students with disabilities, particularly students aged 18-22. Preferred. 

Summary/Objective 

A Special Education Transition Program Teacher supports students with disabilities as they prepare for life after high school, focusing on post-secondary success in employment, education, and independent living. This role involves developing and implementing individualized transition plans aligned with each student's IEP, teaching functional academics, life skills, and vocational readiness. The teacher collaborates with families, community agencies, and employers to provide real-world learning experiences, such as job training and internships. Strong emphasis is placed on fostering independence, self-advocacy, and social-emotional skills to ensure students can successfully transition into adulthood.. 

 

Job Responsibilities: 

1. Delivers instruction to engage all students and adjusts lessons as indicated by students' individualized education plans (IEP)  and progress for the purpose of improving students' success in academic and functional skills.
2. Designs the instructional environment for the purpose of providing students with instructional materials that address individualized education plan goals aligned with the Common Core State Standards and Essential Elements.
3. Provide direct services to students individually and in small instructional groups.
4. Assesses student growth towards instructional objectives and IEP goals.
5. Designs and administers assessments aligned with instructional goals; uses the data for the purpose of evaluating student progress, and writes and case manages students with individualized education plans.
6. Collaborates and consults with teachers, parents and administrators to find effective solutions for students struggling academically and/or behaviorally.
7. Directs and supports instructional assistants for the purpose of providing an effective classroom program and addressing the needs of individual students.
8. Maintains accurate, professional and timely records, including individualized education plans, for the purpose of monitoring student progress.
9. Manages student behavior, classroom procedures, and physical space for the purpose of providing a safe and optimal learning environment in which diverse student needs are respected and valued.
10. Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.
11. Reflects on practice regarding strategies, behaviors and lesson effectiveness for the purpose of enhancing student achievement.
12. Responds to emergency situations and reports incidents for the purpose of maintaining personal safety of students, providing a positive learning environment, and adhering to school and District procedures and policies.
13. Collects, analyzes and synthesizes student data for decision-making including improving instruction.
14. Writes transition plans in collaboration with students and families based on student interest, inventories, data and resources.
15. Develop and facilitate experiences based on students' IEPs, including transition plans, and student interest.
16. Additional duties as assigned by the administration.

Equipment

Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone.

Travel Requirements

Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards

Works in standard office and school building environments.

FLSA Status:    Exempt