What are the responsibilities and job description for the Work Based Learning Coordinator position at Farmington Area Public Schools?
- Supervises work sites as directed by MDE Work Based Learning requirements.
- Provides direction to job coaches as to their role in the classroom and job sites.
- Maintains positive community partnerships while developing new positive community partnerships.
- Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions
- Ability to operate a computer and the software necessary to complete required job tasks
- Experience working with transition age students.
- Provides research-based specialized instruction to address the instructional goals and objectives contained within each student's IEP.
- Assesses student progress and determines the need for additional reinforcement or adjustments to instructional techniques.
- Employs various teaching techniques, methods and principles of learning to enable students to meet their IEP goals.
- Develops and implements annual Individualized Educational Program (IEP) plans for students to include: present levels of educational performance, special education needs, instructional goals and objectives, and the special education and related services required to meet those goals.
- Schedules team meetings and works cooperatively with child study team members and others in developing instructional goals and strategies.
- Coordinates the delivery of special education services in each student's IEP.
- Serves as primary contact for the parent.
- Conducts special education evaluations and reevaluations.
- Provides direction, supervision and evaluation of educational assistants as directed.
- Complies with School Board policies and all state/federal rules and regulations.
- Completes all district and state reporting requirements.
- Minimum B.A/B.S degree in teaching from an accredited institution in the appropriate special education area.
- Work Based Learning License or working enrolled in a program that leads to licensure.
- Thorough knowledge of the principles, practices and procedures of special education and specialty area.
- Thorough knowledge of the principles and methodology of effective teaching of students with disabilities.
- Thorough knowledge of school rules, regulations and procedures; ability to establish and maintain standards of behavior.
- Ability to deliver and articulate oral presentations and written reports.
- Ability to effectively an analyze needs and problems objectively.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with children, students, parents, staff, administration and the general public.
- Perform all other related work delegated or required to accomplish the objectives of the total school program.
- Knowledge of relevant technology including the use of technology such as i-pads to individualize instruction.
- Meet professional teacher education requirements of school district and state.
- Must have the ability and proven ability to report to work on a regular and punctual basis.
- Work Based Learning Coordinator.docx
JobID: 8605
Position Type:
Special Education/Transition/Work Coordinator
Special Education/Transition/Work Coordinator
Date Posted:
5/1/2026
5/1/2026
Location:
Farmington High School
Farmington High School
Date Available:
08/24/2026
08/24/2026
FHS
1.0 FTE position for SpEd Work Based Learning Coordinator
2026-2027 school year - 184 days/year
8.24.26
$52,071-$100,025 depending on education and experience
Summary:
Under the direction of the Building Principal and Director of Special Education, the Licensed Work Based Learning Coordinator instructs students and develops work experiences for students with disabilities, develops and provides specialized instruction to meet the unique needs of students with disabilities; Evaluates and assesses student progress against instructional objectives; follows State mandated due process procedures and functions as IEP Manager to assigned students.
Functions of the job:
Knowledge Skills and Ability
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
See attached job description for other essential functions
Full listing of benefits can be found in the Collective Bargaining agreement Teacher contract
Benefits include:
Health, dental, long-term disability, life insurance, sick and personal leave, 403(b) available
Application Procedure:
Internal candidates: open until filled
External candidates: open until filled
Application Procedure:
Applicants please apply online.
Application Procedure:
Applicants please apply online.
Attachment(s):
Salary : $52,071 - $100,025