Transition Alliance Program (TAP) Assistant

TAP Assistant
Supervisor: TAP Coordinator / Director of Special Needs
Contract Length: 260 day contract
Job Classification: Professional Support, Student Services
FSLA Status: Non-Exempt
Wage: $18/hr

In the Fort Dodge Community School District, we are professional, high-performing team players focused on delivering the best possible learning experience for each one of our 3700 students. We respect diversity, value integrity, reward competitively, celebrate success and support employee growth and development. We aim to attract, develop and retain the best people as part of our Dodger family.

Job Summary

The TAP (Transition Alliance Program) Assistant is responsible for providing skills training and supports to Transition Alliance Program (TAP) participants. This position involves working under the direction of the TAP Coordinator. The TAP Assistant will be responsible for job-site monitoring and implementation of individualized programs developed to meet the needs of TAP participants. This position is designed to assist TAP participants develop the skills needed to be successful in their employment, academic and independent living objectives.

Essential Duties:

• The TAP Assistant networks with outside resources on a daily basis.
• Organize sessions for individuals interested in vocational and college planning.
• Schedules visits at the community college or vocational school for post high-school students.
• Implements goals and objectives as written in individualized program plans and access to community resources outlined based on identified needs.
• Pursues accommodations to enable TAP participants to accomplish tasks at work.
• Assists in the areas on On-the-job training, resume preparation and short-term job coaching provided as needed.
• May be required to transport individuals in personal vehicle.
• Provide instruction based on individual need after analyzing medical, education, vocational and other diagnostic information.
• Learn, understand, communicate and correctly apply federal and state statutes and rules to colleagues, service providers, employers and the general public to ensure that legal and appropriate services are provided.
• Possess knowledge of service areas specific to each student's interests and aptitudes.

Travel Requirements

Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required

Educational Requirements

• Associate degree in Human Service, Psychology or Education
• At least two years related experience and/or training, preferably in an educational or unionized work setting: or
• Equivalent combination of education and experience

Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesWhat are they?

• Ability to work without close supervision.
• Knowledge of social, physical and psychological aspects of human behavior, including disabilities and associated functional limitations and accommodations.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to be flexible and work as a member of an interdisciplinary team in an atmosphere of continual change.
• Knowledge of community resources.
• Ability to understand federal/state laws and regulations and District policies and apply them to transition services and programs.
• Ability to engage with and advocate for youth representing a wide range of socio-economic and cultural backgrounds.
• Ability to interact professionally with individuals from various disciplines, establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

WORKING CONDITIONS:

It is the policy of Fort Dodge Community School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, creed, age (for employment), marital status (for programs), sexual orientation, and socioeconomic status (for programs) in its educational programs, services, and its employment practices. If you have questions or grievances related to this policy, please contact Roger Porter, Director of School Safety and Security, 515-574-5731, rporter@fdschools.org, located at Fort Dodge Middle School, 800 N 32nd Street, Fort Dodge, IA 50501, or the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, Cesar E. Chavez Memorial Building, 1244 Speer Boulevard, Suite 310, Denver, CO 80204-3582, Telephone: (303) 844-5695 FAX: (303) 844-4303, TDD: (800) 877-8339, OCR.Denver@ed.gov. (Alternate for Section 504 is Branwyn Greathouse, Director of Special Education/Special Needs, 515-574-5675, bgreathouse@fdschools.org, Central Administration Office, 109 North 25th Street, Fort Dodge, IA 50501).

Affirmative Action Compliance Coordinator The District's Compliance Coordinator for Affirmative Action is Kimberly Whitmore, Director of Human Resources, 515-576-1161, kwhitmore@fdschools.org, 109 North 25th Street, Fort Dodge, IA 50501. The school district will respond promptly to allegations of abuse of students by school district employees by timely reporting to all relevant agencies as required by law. The District's coordinator for abuse reporting is Roger Porter, Director of Safety and Security, 515-574-5731, rporter@fdschools.org, located at Fort Dodge Middle School, 800 North 32nd Street, Fort Dodge, IA 5050 Harassment Complaints and Allegations The District's Officers for Harassment Complaints and Allegations Roger Porter, Director of School Safety and Security, 515-574-5731, rporter@fdschools.org, located at Fort Dodge Middle School, 800 North 32nd Street, Fort Dodge, IA 50501. Sex Discrimination and Harassment (Title IX) The District's Coordinator for Sex Discrimination and Harassment is Kimberly Whitmore, Director of Human Resources, kwhitmore@fdschools.org, located at Central Administration Office, 109 North 25th Street, Fort Dodge, IA 50501. The Deputy Coordinator is Roger Porter, Director of School Safety and Security, 515-574-5731,rporter@fdschools.org, located at Fort Dodge Middle School, 800 North 32nd Street, Fort Dodge, IA 50501. Rev. 7/2026

Fort Dodge Community School District is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer.