Transitional Teacher - Kindle Farm School - Newfane

The pay for this position is between $26.75 and $31.3419 per hour. Join a company that has been named one of Vermont's Best Places to Work for 6 years in a row! Transitional Coordinator Location: Kindle Farm School Introduction Kindle Farm School is seeking an enthusiastic and inspired individual to serve as Transitional Coordinator with a diverse set of skills and interests. Kindle Farm School believes that students learn best when their relationships with instructors are strong; therefore, this position requires strong people and communication skills, the ability to set firm but respectful limits, and diverse recreational and vocational interests. The ideal candidate will also have the ability to provide experiential education with the capacity to connect academic processes to authentic learning units for our students. At Kindle Farm, we believe that meaningful transitional experiences — including real-world work opportunities, community connections, and life skills development — are essential to student growth. The Transitional Coordinator will bridge classroom instruction with community-based experiences, fostering partnerships and coaching students through meaningful steps toward adulthood. Supervised by: Educational Director Preferred Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Education, Counseling, Rehabilitation, Social Work, or related field required. Experience coordinating transition services, vocational programming, or work-based learning preferred. Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills. Demonstrated ability to build community partnerships and coordinate with external service providers. Knowledge of career development practices, transition assessments, and life skills instruction best practices.     Key Responsibilities Program Development & Coordination Design, implement, and evaluate transition programming that supports students’ movement from school to work, post-secondary education, and independent living. Develop, coordinate, and maintain partnerships with local employers, agencies, and community organizations to create job shadowing, internships, and work-based learning opportunities. Communicate with sending schools, vocational rehabilitation services, and community partners to optimize student placements and supports. Monitor and track work placements, internships, volunteer roles, and recreational opportunities to ensure alignment with student goals and safety standards. Student Assessment & Planning Conduct vocational and interest assessments for high school–aged students to inform individualized transition plans. Collaborate with teachers, Case Managers, and families to integrate assessment data into IEP transition goals. Support students in identifying personal strengths, career interests, and post-school aspirations. Life Skills Instruction & Consultation Deliver life skills curriculum individually and in small groups; topics may include financial literacy, job readiness, communication skills, time management, interviewing, and workplace expectations. Provide consultation and coaching to staff around embedding life skills and work readiness into daily programming and classroom activities. Support generalization of life skills across multiple settings (school, community, and home environments). Student Engagement & Supervision Supervise and mentor students during on-site and off-site transitional activities, modeling professionalism, safety awareness, and problem-solving. Facilitate pre-placement orientation and ongoing reflection with students to promote growth and accountability. Ensure that work-based learning experiences are structured, purposeful, and developmentally appropriate. Collaboration & Communication Participate in IEP meetings and contribute meaningfully to transition planning discussions. Share data and progress updates with the administrative team as needed. Compliance & Documentation Document assessments, placements, and student progress in accordance with school policy and IEP documentation standards. Ensure that work-based learning experiences meet safety, liability, and regulatory requirements. Maintain accurate records of internships, partnerships, and student participation. Qualifications Demonstrated leadership and initiative in program development. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to manage multiple moving parts — scheduling, partnerships, student supervision — with professionalism and attention to detail. Commitment to student-centered practice that promotes autonomy, dignity, and long-term success.

Salary : $26 - $31