Transition Coordinator

Transition Coordinator

Department: Pupil Personnel Services

Position Summary

The Public Schools of the Tarrytowns are seeking an innovative, collaborative, and student-centered Transition Coordinator to lead and expand transition services for students with disabilities in grades 6-12 as well as students participating in post-secondary transition programming. The Transition Coordinator will develop meaningful opportunities that prepare students for employment, post-secondary education, independentliving, and active participation in their communities.

This position will serve as the district's primary liaison between students, families, schools, community agencies, businesses, and adult-service providers to ensure seamless planning and successful outcomes beyond high school. Bilingual (Spanish) strongly encouraged to apply.

Primary Responsibilities

The Transition Coordinator will:

• Develop, coordinate, and expand Community-Based Instruction (CBI), internships, job shadowing, vocational training, and paid and unpaid work experiences for students with disabilities.

• Build and maintain partnerships with local businesses, colleges, trade schools, community organizations, and adult-service agencies to increase post-secondary opportunities for students.

• Collaborate with special education teachers, school counselors, administrators, related service providers, and families to develop high-quality, individualized transition plans aligned with each student's strengths, interests, and goals.

• Serve as the district liaison between schools, employers, community organizations, families, and adult-service agencies including OPWDD, ACCES-VR, Care Coordination Organizations (CCOs), and other community supports.

• Assist families in navigating eligibility requirements, applications, referrals, and timelines for adult-service agencies and post-secondary supports.

• Support students and families in exploring college programs, vocational and technical education, supported employment, day habilitation programs, independent living opportunities, and other post-secondary pathways.

• Coordinate transition activities across schools to ensure continuity of services and successful planning beginning no later than age 15.

• Monitor transition goals, student outcomes, and program effectiveness while ensuring compliance with IDEA and New York State transition requirements.

• Promote student self-determination, self-advocacy, independence, career readiness, and workplace skills.

• Organize transition fairs, family workshops, employer engagement events, and informational sessions related to post-secondary planning and adult services.

• Collaborate with district administrators to develop strategic initiatives that expand transition opportunities and strengthen partnerships throughout the community.

• Maintain accurate records, data, and reports related to transition services and outcomes.

• Stay current on best practices, legislation, and resources related to transition services and special education.

Qualifications

• New York State certification in Special Education, School Counseling, School Social Work, School Psychology, or a related field.

• Minimum of five years of successful experience working with students with disabilities.

• Demonstrated knowledge of IDEA transition requirements, New York State special education regulations, and transition planning.

• Experience working with adult-service agencies such as OPWDD, ACCES-VR, and Care Coordination Organizations.

• Strong organizational, communication, and collaboration skills.

• Experience developing community partnerships and coordinating work-based learning opportunities preferred.

• Knowledge of Community-Based Instruction and evidence-based transition practices preferred

Preferred Characteristics

• The successful candidate will be:

• Student-centered and committed to improving post-secondary outcomes.

• An effective communicator and relationship builder.

• Organized, proactive, and solution-oriented.

• Skilled at collaborating across schools, families, and community agencies.

• Passionate about expanding opportunities for students with disabilities.

TYPE OF APPOINTMENT: Probationary

EFFECTIVE: September 1, 2026

Must attend New Teacher Orientation and Superintendent Conference Day

SALARY: Per TAT Contract

Application Procedure: Apply via www.olasjobs.org, by Friday, August 10, 2026