Overview

The Vocational Coordinator/Teacher develops and coordinates the implementation of the Crotched Mountain School vocational and transition program.Duties include curriculum development, oversight, and coordination; teaching career development and exploration classes; setting up on campus and off campus job opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the development of the transition plan in the students Individual Education Plan
• Assess student capabilities/interests and assure a match to training/employment opportunities
• Responsible for coaching and counseling all staff in the vocational program
• Facilitate development of pre-vocational activities and systems to increase efficiency and complement the mission and values of to assure the quality, effectiveness and performance of vocational program
• Perform Vocational Evaluation to obtain information on the interests, aptitudes and skills of the student related to the world of work
• Help students apply for jobs by teaching the steps to obtaining employment
• Coordinate employment practices with possible employment scenarios / locations
• Create and implement vocational goals/objectives for IEP and Residential Plan
• Create and implement Task Analysis’ and data collection tools for each job experience
• Maintain accurate records and reporting regarding each student’s vocational development
• Coordinate in collaboration with the School Principal and Residential Director the student transportation for employment scenarios
• Represent the vocational program to parents, educational consultants, educational professionals, and potential employers
• Coordinate and facilitate on and off-site experiential learning activities
• Develop a transitional binder for each student

Qualifications

• B.A. in Education or Related Degree
• Experience working with students with disabilities