Department of Special Services - Transition Coordinator Job Union area,New Jersey USA,Education / Teaching

Department of Special Services Transition Coordinator 2026 - 2027 School Year

The Township of Union Public Schools is seeking a dedicated, knowledgeable, and qualified Transition Coordinator

REQUIRED:

NJDOE Certification

Required:

Teacher of Students with Disabilities (TOSD) OR Teacher of the Handicapped certification (TOH) required.
Demonstrated experience working with students with disabilities in a school or educational setting.
Knowledge of special education law and regulations, including N.J.A.C. 6A:14, IDEA, and NJDOE transition requirements.
Knowledge of transition planning and services for students with disabilities.
Knowledge of postsecondary education and training, employment, vocational services, independent living, and community resources.
Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with students, families, educators, administrators, community agencies, employers, and other stakeholders.
Strong organizational, communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to maintain accurate records and documentation and manage multiple responsibilities and deadlines.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Coordinate and support the district's transition planning and transition services for students with disabilities.

Collaborate with case managers and IEP teams to support compliance with transition requirements under N.J.A.C. 6A:14.

Assist staff in developing meaningful, individualized transition plans based on each student's strengths, preferences, interests, needs, and age-appropriate transition assessments.

Attend conferences with parents/guardians, Child Study Team members and instructional staff, as necessary, and review and update students’ transitional goals, objectives, and activities during IEP conferences.

Support the development of measurable postsecondary goals related to education/training, employment, and, when appropriate, independent living.

Coordinate transition-related assessments, activities, services, and experiences.

Develop and maintain relationships with community agencies, employers, postsecondary institutions, vocational programs, and adult service providers.

Facilitate connections between students and appropriate adult agencies and community resources.

Collaborate with the New Jersey Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Services (DVRS), New Jersey Commission for the Blind and Visually Impaired (CBVI), and other agencies, as appropriate.

Assist eligible students in accessing Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS), including job exploration counseling, postsecondary education counseling, work-based learning, workplace readiness, and self-advocacy opportunities.

Develop, coordinate, and expand work-based learning, career exploration, internship, employment, and community-based experiences for students with disabilities.

Establish and maintain partnerships with local businesses and community organizations to increase meaningful employment and career-development opportunities.

Coordinate student participation in work-based learning experiences and ensure that applicable NJDOE requirements for WBL placement and supervision are met.

Collaborate with school personnel to ensure that transition activities are appropriately reflected in students' IEPs and implemented as planned.

Support students and families in exploring postsecondary education, vocational training, employment, adult services, and independent living options.

Provide information and professional development to staff regarding effective transition planning, assessment, WBL, community-based instruction, and postsecondary opportunities.

Maintain accurate records and documentation related to transition activities, agency referrals, WBL experiences, community partnerships, and student participation.

Monitor transition programming and assist in evaluating the effectiveness of transition services and student outcomes.

Assist with transition-related district initiatives, programs, events, and activities.

Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Special Services or Superintendent.

SALARY RANGE:

$70,500 - $100,904 in accordance with the UTEA Agreement based on education and experience.

BENEFITS:

Medical, dental and vision insurance
Enrollment in the New Jersey State Pension and Health Benefits program
Optional 403(b) retirement plan (employee funded)
Optional disability insurance (employee funded)

Deadline is subject to change

Electronic Submission Only

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER