Transition Coordinator

Rebecca School
New York, NY, United States
2 months ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Compensation
$50,000.0 - $55,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Microsoft Office Gsuite

Job description

As a Transition Coordinator, you will play a vital role in helping students prepare for life beyond school by supporting transition planning, independence, community engagement, and long-term life goals. You will work closely with students, families, and multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized plans that promote growth, self-advocacy, and successful post-school outcomes.

Through collaboration, resource coordination, and program development, you will help students build the skills and connections needed to thrive in their communities and future endeavors., * Maintain a transition planning caseload of students ages 14-22 and collaborate closely with students, families, and educational teams

  • Lead the development of long-term life planning goals and short-term transition objectives
  • Coordinate the School Independence Program (SIP) and support student participation
  • Partner with educational supervisors on curriculum planning, community experiences, and the Best Buddies program
  • Assist with planning and implementing extracurricular opportunities for students and families
  • Develop and maintain community partnerships and transition-related resources
  • Support and manage a city-wide resource and referral directory for students and families
  • Advocate for student independence, community engagement, and successful post-school outcomes

Requirements

Do you have experience in Working with students with special education needs?, * Bachelor’s degree in Education, Special Education, Social Work, Psychology, Human Services, or a related field preferred

  • Experience working with adolescents and young adults with diverse learning, developmental, or behavioral needs
  • Strong communication, collaboration, and relationship-building skills
  • Knowledge of transition planning, community resources, and person-centered planning practices
  • Ability to coordinate multiple projects and manage competing priorities
  • Experience working with families, school teams, and community partners
  • Strong organizational and documentation skills
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace

Benefits & conditions

Pulled from the full job description

  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Dental insurance
  • Gym membership
  • Life insurance, Why You’ll Love Working Here
  • Enjoy both paid time off and extra paid school breaks (for select roles), plus paid holidays
  • Wellness perks including gym discounts, mindfulness apps, and prescription savings
  • Tuition reimbursement, career development programs, and leadership training
  • 401(k) retirement savings with a 4% company match and immediate vesting
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Free Employee Assistance Program with confidential counseling, life coaching, and mental health resources
  • Life insurance, disability coverage, and Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions at no cost to you, Compensation Range: $50K - $55K

About the company

At Rebecca School, we support students ages 3-21 with neurodevelopmental delays through the DIRFloortime model. Guided by values of respect, relationships, and emotional growth, we help students connect and thrive. Join us and make a lasting difference in their lives.

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