PNWN0271469-0000
2023-08-30T00:00:00
2023-06-04T00:00:00
Duties:The Transition Specialist will provide professional development, technical assistance and coaching to staff in schools, districts and programs across the Lower Hudson Valley on topics related to transition planning and services for students with disabilities. Work collaboratively with other training specialists in a team approach, as well as with other NYSEDfunded partners, to meet the needs of the Lower Hudson region.In collaboration with other Regional Partnership Center specialists:--Conduct regional needs assessments to inform decision-making--Facilitate district and school teams in developing and implementing improvement plans that impact outcomes ofstudents with disabilities--Monitor implementation of activities and impact on student outcomes--Collaborate with Family & Community Engagement partners to develop and deliver trainings on transition supportsfor families of students with disabilities--Document work and submit required reports to the NYSED Office of Special EducationQualifications:Master’s degree or higher in special education, education, psychology/counseling, vocational rehabilitation, and/or a related field. Licensure in teaching special education, counseling, and/or vocational rehabilitation. Minimum of five years experience as a teacher, counselor, transition coordinator, or related service provider withstudents with disabilities.Experience providing training, coaching, and engaging in school improvement work preferred.Excellent oral and written communication skills.Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.Passion for collaboration and experience facilitating teams.Experience using web-based educational tools and technologies (e.g., Zoom, WebEx, etc.).Strong knowledge of federal and state special education law, regulations, and policy, and evidence-based practices inTransition.Strong knowledge of NYSED Culturally Responsive-Sustaining Education Framework and Blueprint for Improved Resultsfor Students with Disabilities.A commitment to the PNW BOCES mission of service and innovation through partnership.Characteristics Desired:Passionate commitment and demonstrated effectiveness in improving transition outcomes for students with disabilities Strong professional development and team leadership skillsAble to participate in one overnight trip to Albany annually, and to regularly travel by car to schools and districts across Putnam, Rockland and Westchester counties.Salary Range:$57,706-$96,859To Begin:August 30, 2023
Teacher
Putnam/Northern Westchester BOCES
Lower Hudson Valley
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