Transition Coordinator/Behavior Support

Secondary Autism Program/Flynn Educational Center

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Full approval, or ability to obtain temporary approval, as a Transition Coordinator as required by the Michigan Special Education Rules (MARSE).

2. Valid State of Michigan Teacher Certificate with approval in an area of Special Education.

3. Completed a minimum of 3 years of satisfactory teaching experience in special or vocational education at the secondary level; or a minimum of 3 years of satisfactory employment providing transition related service to individuals with disabilities between the ages of 13 – 26 years.

4. Must pass criminal background check as required by School Safety Legislation.

ASSIGNED RESPONSIBILITIES SHALL INCLUDE BUT NOT BE LIMITED TO:

1. Knowledge of transition foundations to help facilitate the development of educational planning, activities, and services for students, families and service providers.

2. Ability to engage in collaborative transition service delivery, and utilize interagency agreements.

3. Facilitate/teach pertinent transition practices (issues) to support special education and agency staff including: Federal/Michigan Law, Curriculum/Best Practice, Delivery of Transition Services, and Interagency Collaboration.

4. Understand outcome measurement and evaluation of transition services.

5. Work directly with teachers, MRS, counselors, Job Coach, Special Education Facilitators, students and families to assist in identifying student readiness for work-based educational experiences.

6. Collaborate with families/guardians and students to discuss and develop an appropriate Transition Plan.

7. Work with employers in developing the necessary accommodations in the work place to meet the student’s individual needs.

8. Accompany students to worksites for interviews and job shadowing experiences.

9. Maintain appropriate student records, including employer training agreements and plans, performance assessments, profiles and other related documentation.

10. Provide input and implement Positive Behavior Support Plans for students, when applicable.

11. Revise tasks and provide task analysis for specific jobs/activities as it relates to student ability.

12. Participate in Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings.

13. Provide support consistent with the student’s IEP and transition plan.

14. Evaluate job sites and work-based experiences ensuring appropriateness and safety at all times.

15. Perform such other functions and duties as may be necessary and as assigned by the building principal and/or administration.

WORK YEAR: 206 days

START DATE: ASAP

LOCATION: Flynn Educational Center

SALARY: Per Macomb Intermediate Federation of Teachers Master Agreement

APPLY ONLINE AT: www.misd.net. Applications will be accepted online until the position is filled.

QUESTIONS MAY BE DIRECTED TO:

Mr. David Rilley

Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources and Operations

Macomb Intermediate School District

44001 Garfield Road

Clinton Township, MI 48038-1100

586-228-3311

The Macomb Intermediate School District is an equal opportunity employer and is in compliance with all state and federal non-discrimination laws and regulations including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. Applicants seeking employment may request reasonable accommodation under ADA and may be subject to post-offer physical examination and background check with the Michigan State Police Department.