Transition Program ESY Special Education Teacher

Job Description The Transition Program Special Educator provides specially designed instruction and case management for students ages 18–22 receiving special education services focused on post-secondary outcomes, including employment, independent living, community participation, and functional academics. Required Experience Experience working with students with moderate to significant disabilities Experience implementing and managing IEPs Experience with transition-age instruction (vocational, functional, community-based) Experience with functional academics and life-skills instruction Experience with behavior supports and data collection Core Responsibilities Serve as IEP case manager for assigned transition-age students Develop and implement instruction aligned to post-secondary transition goals Deliver specially designed instruction in: Employment and vocational skills Independent living skills Functional literacy and math Self-advocacy and self-determination Coordinate and supervise community-based instruction (CBI) and job site learning Collaborate with job coaches, related service providers, and agency partners Conduct transition assessments and progress monitoring Maintain service logs, progress reports, and compliance documentation Facilitate student and family participation in transition planning Required Credentials Valid State certification in Special Education (secondary or PK–12, as applicable) Current teaching license in good standing Safety Care/crisis intervention certification Background check and fingerprint clearance