Job Title: Transition Coordinator
Location: Mountville, PA 17554
Join New Story Schools, a leading special education provider dedicated to making a lasting impact on students’ lives. We serve children and young adults ages 5-22 in grades K-12 across multiple locations in Pennsylvania and Ohio, partnering with families and school districts to create a safe and empowering space for growth and development. Our schools offer small class sizes, individualized learning plans, and a supportive environment where students are empowered to succeed academically and socially.
Why Join Us?
- Compensation – $23.00 per hour.
- Weekday Schedule – Work Monday through Friday with a consistent school-based schedule, no nights or weekends required.
- Paid School Breaks & Time Off – Enjoy paid school breaks, holidays, and personal time off, ensuring time to recharge and reset.
- Comprehensive Benefits – Access health, dental, and vision insurance, plus employer-paid short-term disability, life insurance, and flexible spending accounts (FSA/HSA).
- Financial Perks – Benefit from a 401(k) retirement plan with up to 4% company match, plus employer-paid HSA contributions and life & disability insurance.
- Professional Development – Advance your career with tuition reimbursement, mentorship programs, leadership training, and pathways to grow into teaching or behavioral health roles.
- Supportive Team – Collaborate with educators, specialists, and therapists in a positive, inclusive environment with annual awards, Teammate Appreciation Week, and team-building events.
- Make an Impact – Help students with special needs build life skills, confidence, and independence in a supportive school environment.
Your Role as a Transition Coordinator:
- Develop and Implement Career & Transition Services – Create individualized transition plans for students, coordinate job placements, arrange transportation, and monitor student progress.
- Student Instruction & Coaching – Teach students career readiness skills, including resume writing, interviewing techniques, workplace behavior, and independent living skills.
- Career Exploration & Readiness – Facilitate hands-on experiences, including in-school skill development programs and community-based job placements, to help students transition into work and adulthood.
- Collaboration & Relationship Building – Work closely with teachers, families, and community organizations to identify and create vocational opportunities for students.
- IEP Compliance & Documentation – Maintain accurate records of student progress, ensure deadlines are met for career and transition goals, and provide required reports for Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).
- Community Engagement – Build relationships with local businesses and organizations to expand job placement opportunities for students.
- Safe Student Support – Utilize non-violent crisis intervention techniques, assist in de-escalation when necessary, and provide physical guidance to students as needed.
- Transportation & Supervision – Transport students to work sites or career readiness activities in a company vehicle as needed.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in education, social work, or a related field
- At least one year of experience working with special needs students in an educational setting and one year of experience providing transition services
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate effectively with students, families, school staff, and community partners
- Knowledge of Pennsylvania Department of Education regulations related to special education and transition services
- Understanding of child development, behavioral disorders, and Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) principles
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Professional appearance and demeanor
Preferred (Nice to Have) Qualifications:
- Master’s degree preferred.
- PA Private Academic Certification or Public Special Education Certification preferred.
At New Story Schools, we are committed to diversity, inclusion, and creating a supportive, drug-free workplace. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Join our team and help shape a brighter future for students with special needs!
