ESS, TSW Technician - Buckeye Union High School

ESS, TSW Technician - Buckeye Union High School

Buckeye Union High School District — Buckeye, Arizona

• Job : 5845018
• Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled
• Posted: Jul 21, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: To Be Determined

This position is for the upcoming 26/27 School Year.

TITLE: Transition from School to Work (TSW) Technician

EMPLOYMENT

TERMS:

1.0 FTE / 9-month contract

SALARY CLASSIFICATION: Classified

GENERAL STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES: Under supervision of a certified staff member, aid in providing a positive working relationship with students, faculty, and staff to assure successful operation of a school; assist in maintaining a stimulating working environment for students.

PRINCIPLE DUTIES:

• Establish a public relations and marketing scheme that educates administrators, teachers, parents, and students to the TSW Program.
• Identify needs for school and community-based instructional programs in vocational, independent living, and personal/social content areas that complement the student’s job training goals.
• Identify and analyze local community job sites to develop a variety of appropriate training options for participating students.
• Participate in activities related to the recruitment of potential TSW students.
• Must possess the ability to deal effectively with matters of confidentiality.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must possess High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Obtain and maintain a valid Arizona Department of Public Safety Identity Verified Prints (IVP) Fingerprint Clearance Card
• First Aid Training and CPR Certificate.
• Must be able to push, pull or lift up to 50 pounds
• Must possess basic math, language/reading, and writing abilities
• Must possess warmth and understanding for special needs students
• One to Three years’ experience in a School District setting, preferred.

OCCUPATIONAL CONDITION:

Medium risk — Work is performed in indoor and outdoor environments, with exposure to noise and being on your feet for extended periods. Requires standing in inclement weather including summer heat.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Establish a public relations and marketing scheme that educates administrators, teachers, parents, and students to the TSW Program.
• Coordinate activities related to recruitment and identification of potential TSW students.
• Collaborate with the TSW Team on procedures necessary for determining student eligibility.
• Assist the TSW Team and students in initial transition planning for eligible students.
• Orchestrate transition planning with students, TSW Staff, parents, school district personnel, related support services, and appropriate adult services.
• Identify needs for school and community-based instructional programs in vocational, independent living, and personal/social content areas that complement the student’s job training goals.
• Identify and analyze local community job sites to develop a variety of appropriate training options for participating students.
• Implement a system for follow-up of any TSW students/clients no longer receiving services through the TSW, or whose file may be closed by Vocational Rehab (VR).
• Assume responsibility for the marketing and public relations associated with TSW in the community.
• Network with school and community personnel providing employment and transition services similar to the TSW.
• Establish procedures that ensure effective case management of TSW students.
• Implement record-keeping procedures that ensure proper documentation of TSW activities, and demonstrate collaboration between Vocational Rehab (VR) and the School.
• Help evaluate the effectiveness of the program from the perspectives of relevant stakeholders, including students, parents, employers, schools, and rehabilitation counselors.
• Participate in activities related to the recruitment of potential students.
• Assist the TSW team by gathering student documents necessary for determining Vocational Rehab (VR) Eligibility of Student applicants.
• Assist students in acquiring necessary mobility/transportation to keep appointments.
• Under the supervision of the Coordinator(s), implement a system for disseminating TSW information to potential employers.
• Analyze work sites and match TSW students with…