2026-27 Transition Pathway Specialist-TOSA-Integrated Services Department

### **Please Note: This position will close on the Poudre School District job board on April 21, 2026. Connecting Colorado automatically sets postings to expire after 30 days, but you can view the most up-to-date status and apply directly through our job board here: **[**https://psdschools.schoolspring.com/?jobid=5633115**](https://psdschools.schoolspring.com/?jobid=5633115){rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"}** **

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### **Please apply directly on our job board via the external link provided. Applications submitted through Connecting Colorado will not be reviewed. Apply directly through our job board here: **[**https://psdschools.schoolspring.com/?jobid=5633115**](https://psdschools.schoolspring.com/?jobid=5633115){rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"}** **

**Information specific to this position: This position may be eligible for an extended contract, which will be discussed at a later date. This position is for the 2026-27 school year.**

**Percentage: 100%**

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**Work calendar days: 188**

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**Duration of position: Ongoing**

**Benefits include: Health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, PERA retirement, paid time off, short and long term disability, access to employee walk-in clinic, as well as other optional benefit elections. **

**Pay for this position is determined by the Licensed Educator Salary Schedule based on years of experience and education. Range for position is $58,000 - $89,278 annually (based on a 100% assignment starting August 6th, 2025). **

**SUMMARY: **

Responsible for instructing academic functional classes, coordinating community-based instruction, and managing program site needs to students in Integrated Services/Special Education programs in coordination with current curriculum and within the framework of District and state content standards.

**JOB TASKS: **

• Develop, plan, prepare, and implement: a. Course content, format, structure, and schedule. b. Individualized programs of instruction for students for a community-based educational setting. c. Classroom materials and curriculum. d. Individualized Education Plan (IEP) goals, objectives, and transition plans. e. Scheduling of staff and meetings in compliance with IEPs. f. Lesson plans and learning activities.
• Plan and instruct in functional academics, employment and work adjustment skills, and community safety to students with a wide range of abilities and skills. Instruct students in large, small, and one-on-one situations. Administer, edit, proofread, and grade students' assignments and assessments. Design assessment tasks that allow students to demonstrate understanding in a variety of ways and use the data to give meaningful feedback and modify instruction.
• Create a classroom environment which maximizes instructional opportunity, supervise the behavior and wellbeing of students in the classroom and all educational settings, and administer discipline when appropriate.
• Monitor student growth and progress and adapt support as needed. Coordinate modifications and accommodations for students in site-based settings and within community-based work and activities.
• Communicate with students, families, and staff about students' progress and needs and program activities. Serve as a liaison to families for adult services.
• Recruit students through presentations, individual teacher communications, assisting new case managers in student transition protocols, attending potential student IEPs, hosting parent/student building tours, reviewing new student applications with persistent parent communications.
• Organize and facilitate schedules of students and paraprofessionals. Assist in the supervision and direction of special education paraprofessionals.
• Maintain and report: a. Documentation pertinent to academic, social, and emotional progress and/or needs of students. b. Attendance and grades in the Student Information System. c. Annual and monthly program budget. d. Health department requirements in the program kitchen/cooking. e. School lunch program with the food service department.
• Collaborate: a. With teachers, support personnel, administrators, and other special education providers to enhance instruction and improve student outcomes. b. With colleagues in team and building-based meetings and discussions.
• Demonstrate a commitment to: a. Understand, appreciate, and make accommodations for student diversity. b. Include and engage families in the student's education. c. Support all Poudre School District policies, procedures, and expectations. d. Provide personal and professional excellence.
• Participate in: a. Student and/or family conferences and other meetings. b. Social, cultural, interscholastic, and extracurricular activities. c. Professional growth opportunities.
• Act as delegated school nurse: conduct monthly AED check-ups, administer medication, and contact parents when necessary. Plan and respond to site safety needs.
• Attend work and arrive in a timely manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  
  

**EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND LICENSES REQUIRED: **

• Bachelor's degree with proper teaching licensure program required.
• Experience in an educational setting with students with special needs preferred.
• Criminal background check required for hire.
• Valid Colorado teaching license with appropriate endorsements required.
• CPR and First Aid certifications encouraged.
• Questions regarding this posting can be directed to **[**talent@psdschools.org**](mailto:talent@psdschools.org){rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"}