R-0161 Transition Coordinator Helen Keller School of Alabama

R-0161 Reference# 3130105515105

Posting Date: April 29, 2025

Candidates who are Blind or Visually Impaired and/or Deaf or Hard of Hearing are encouraged to apply for this position and may be given preference in hiring as federal laws permit. Information related to disability is not required and, if disclosed voluntarily, will be used only in AIDB’s efforts to create opportunities for individuals with exceptionalities. Non-disclosure will not subject any applicant to adverse treatment.

Position: Transition Coordinator

Helen Keller School of Alabama

Reports to the Principal

ABOUT ALABAMA INSTITUTE FOR DEAF AND BLIND (AIDB)

Alabama Institute for Deaf and Blind (AIDB) is the world’s most comprehensive education, rehabilitation, and service program serving individuals of all ages who are Deaf, Blind, DeafBlind, and multidisabled and their families. Founded in 1858, AIDB serves more than 32,000 infants, toddlers, children, adults, and seniors with hearing and vision loss throughout Alabama each year.

Our services literally span a lifetime including five campuses in Talladega, ten regional centers located throughout the State of Alabama with programs that range from early and senior intervention, traditional and nontraditional education services in residential and outreach settings, and a manufacturing facility that is the state’s largest employer of adults who are Deaf, Blind, or DeafBlind. Our employees are among the organization’s most valuable assets and resources. We share compassion for leveling the playing field for all. Our mission makes AIDB a unique place to work

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ABOUT THE ROLE

Our employees are among the organizations’ most valuable assets and resources. We share compassion for leveling the playing field for all. Our Mission makes AIDB a unique place to work, and we invite you to be a part of the miracles that happen every day.

ABOUT YOU

The ideal candidate will possess a love for students with multiple disabilities. All students at HKS possess a sensory impairment along with at least one other area of disability. The Helen Keller School is searching for individuals who have a heart for students with more severe special needs and are willing to do whatever is necessary to provide limitless opportunities for our students.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must hold a Bachelor’s Degree Special Education.
• A valid Alabama Teaching Certificate in Special Education or valid certification in another state with ability to obtain reciprocity within six (6) months of hire date.
• Experience working with children with disabilities in an education setting.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s Degree Collaborative Special Education.
• Professional experience in program and employee supervision

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to communicate effectively with staff members and stakeholders.
• A sign language proficiency evaluation of level INTERMEDIATE must be obtained within 36 monthsof employment.
• Must possess excellent leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Act as a liaison between HKS and Regional Centers, E. H. Gentry, and VRS.
• Assist with referral of students to the E. H. Gentry Jumpstart Program
• Observe and assist with HKS students who attend E. H. Gentry Jumpstart Program.
• Gather E.H. Gentry and workforce skill requirements, compile appropriate curriculum materials to address these identified skills; and collaborate with residential and academic staff to implement these skills.
• Coordinate activities for the Emerging Eagles Program
• Assist with schedule development for the Emerging Eagles Program.
• Oversee Wake Up Café and Eagles Landing.
• Prepare the deposit from Wake-Up Café and Eagles Landing.
• Prepare the Student Payroll monthly.
• Provide environmental analysis for home communities and update as necessary.
• Provide job analysis on potential job placements.
• Assist parents/guardians in identifying potential employers in the home community.
• Contact and maintain effective relationships with parents and families.
• Provide on-going feedback and collaboration to families, HKS administration, as well as HKS teachers to ensure students’ needs are met.
• Conduct site visits as required.
• Link parents and appropriate agencies and make referrals.
• Assist in building partnerships with local employers to establish work sites for HKS students.
• Approve and submit Worker Day Sheets in a timely manner.
• Develop a written, comprehensive summary of activities, as required.
• Coordinate and link community resources.
• Maintain quality of services in accordance with state and federal guidelines.
• Document and maintain individual IEP’s in accordance with state and federal requirements.
• Submit required annual reports.
• Maintain the current Transition Registry.
• Conduct annual follow-up of graduates for consecutive years as specified.
• Plan and conduct annual transition meetings at each AIDB Regional Center.
• Demonstrate appropriate grooming, dress, self-control and self-confidence.
• Communicate clearly and correctly verbally and through written language.
• Work cooperatively as a team member in implementing school programs.
• Practice professional ethics and confidentiality.
• Be punctual to work, meetings and appointments.
• Remain abreast of information pertinent to the field of work.
• Keep appropriate staff informed of information regarding students.
• Ensure transition building is clean, tidy and professional.
• Perform other duties, as assigned by HKS Academic Director and Principal.
• Upon offer of employment, the applicant must submit to a fingerprint background check at an agency designated and paid by AIDB.

MANDATORY ANNUAL TRAINING:

• Medication Training
• Behavior Management certification
• CPR – every 2 years
• Blood Borne Pathogens
• Using an AED
• Mandatory Reporting – DHR
• Policy and Procedure Review
• Erin’s Law
• Jason Flatt Act

SALARY: $57,574 - $76,373 Scale GI Rank IB BS Certified (AL teaching certification)

$67,483 - $87,759 Scale GI Rank IA MA Certified (AL teaching certification)

$71,844 - $92,764 Scale GI Rank II AA Certified (AL teaching certification)

$54,500 - $72.702 Scale D4 Rank 54 Bachelor's, no teacher certification

$56,210 - $77,213 Scale D4 Rank 56 Masters, no teacher certification

The annual employment period will be 230 days to include such holidays, sick leave, insurance benefits, and other benefits as are established by the President and the Board of Trustees.

This is an exempt position and is notsubject to overtime or compensatory provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act.

Benefits:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance available- Teachers Retirement System (TRS)

• Deferred compensation options available

• Paid time off

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION: May 14, 2025

This position is funded by a grant award, funded by revenue generated, necessary for compliance or provides direct service delivery.

Click Below to Apply:

https://al.harrisschool.solutions/AIDB/S/Application

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $56,210.00 - $92,764.00 per year

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $56,210 - $92,764