TAP; Transition Alliance Program Coordinator

TAP (Transition Alliance Program) Coordinator Job Details

Job : 5682038

Final date to receive applications: May 15, 2026 11:59 PM (UTC)

Posted: Apr 30, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Jun 10, 2026

Carroll Community School District

POSITION TITLE:

Transition Alliance Program (TAP) Coordinator

REPORTS TO:

High School Principal

Job Description:

• Pre-Employment Transition Services:
  Job Exploration Counseling, Workplace Readiness Training, Counseling on Opportunities, Work-Based Learning Experiences, Self-Advocacy Instruction

Other activities include instruction, personal counseling, job development and placement activities (including short-term job coaching), collaboration with high school staff and Vocational Rehabilitation, and development of individualized transition plans.

• Minimum of a bachelor's degree in a field related to special education, rehabilitation counseling, social work, guidance, school psychology or other relevant profession that emphasizes services to individuals with disabilities, or commensurate experience within those fields.
• Ability to support and collaborate well with others with a variety of abilities.
• Experience in working with organizations that provide services to individuals with disabilities is recommended.
• Experience in helping youth through the transition process from the school environment to the adult environment is recommended.
• Experience with working with the business community to determine job market needs and developing job opportunities for youth.
• Possess a valid driver's license.

• Establish rapport and relationships with students to help them gather information to develop a personalized transition plan.
• Work collaboratively with students, district staff, and parents in developing meaningful transition plans and work experiences.
• Work with a variety of agencies and businesses in a friendly and professional manner.
• Demonstrate good communication (verbal & written).
• Work cohesively with Iowa Vocational Rehabilitation Services.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation for reporting to parents, guardians, district administration, and Vocational Rehabilitation.
• Provide vocational counseling as necessary to ensure understanding of disabilities and assist with developing appropriate vocational choices.
• Work cooperatively with community agencies and businesses to establish appropriate work experiences for students with disabilities.
• Work with the business community to learn about business needs, labor market trends, and future needs of the community.
• Maintain cordial and cooperative working relations with parents, district staff, community providers, and outside agencies.
• Provide flexible, energetic, innovative and imaginative learning activities.
• Conduct instructional classes based on individual needs, encourage employers to use job incentives, consult with employers in problem situations and coordinate placement services with other resources based on individual needs.
• Educate employers on disability issues such as the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
• Provide vocational instruction and employment information, training in community and independent living skills including self-determination, daily living, health and physical care, leisure activities, mobility/transportation training, money management, personal finance, social and interpersonal skills, work-place readiness and specific occupational information.
• Coordinate with school staff regarding graduation/transition requirements.
• Serve as a resource relative to transition services and training information.
• Collaborate with related agencies on improving employment of individuals with disabilities.
• Coordinate and monitor appropriate services to help participants attain vocational, educational, and independent living goals.
• Work cooperatively with other agencies or staff towards employment goals developed on an individualized basis.
• Team with other agencies and staff to implement rigorous and doable employment goals.
• Work as a member of a multi-disciplinary IEP team to build partnerships that will enhance student outcomes.
• Ability to interact professionally with all individuals, especially those…