Transition Coordinator

2026 - 2027 School Year

Bridgeport Public Schools

Human Resources Department

45 Lyon Terrace, Room 324

Bridgeport, CT 06604

ADULT EDUCATION TRANSITION COORDINATOR

Adult Learning CTR

Salary: $81,769

Transition Coordinator Job Description

The Transition Coordinator is responsible for overseeing, expanding, and aligning Bridgeport Adult Education's comprehensive transition services to ensure all exiting students complete a documented Career Readiness Portfolio aligned to identified career pathways.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree required
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in adult education, workforce development, or career services preferred
• Strong data, organizational, and partnership-building skills required.

MAJOR AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

• Lead the development and implementation of the Adult Education Transition Plan.
• Oversee and the Career Development Center.
• Supervise and support Workforce Developers.
• Develop and implement career pathways in Healthcare, Manufacturing, and Education.
• Coordinate job shadowing and internship programs.
• Facilitate partnerships with workforce boards, American Job Center, employers, and training providers.
• Facilitate quarterly partner meetings
• Track and analyze student transition data and prepare quarterly reports.

Student Outcomes and Accountability

Ensure 90% of exiting students complete a Career Readiness Portfolio, including career pathway identification, goal-setting meetings, CTHires enrollment, digital literacy completion, resume development, and a post-graduation plan.

Professional Learning and Staff Collaboration

Provide orientation and ongoing support to instructional and counseling staff on transition practices, CCRS/ELPS alignment, UDL, cultural competency, and trauma-informed approaches.

Performance Measures

Success will be measured by portfolio completion rates, career pathway participation, job shadow/internship placements, quarterly reporting, and improved student retention outcomes.