Transition Specialist
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Job Description
The Childrens Center for Communication
WHERE COMMUNICATION COMES FIRST Since 1876
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Make a Lasting Impact
At The Childrens Center for Communication/Beverly School for the Deaf (CCCBSD) we provide transformative personcentered education and services for deaf and/or disabled individuals in a languagerich inclusive setting. We envision a world where Deaf and disabled individuals their families and communities thrive with dignity purpose and joy.
We are seeking a dedicated and collaborative Transition Specialist to join our team. This position reports to the Director of Related Services and plays a vital role in preparing students for successful postsecondary outcomes through individualized planning vocational experiences and community partnerships.
Your Impact
As Transition Specialist you will support students in developing the skills and experiences needed to achieve their postschool goals. Youll lead transition planning in partnership with families educators and adult service providers guiding students through vocational training life skills instruction and selfadvocacy opportunities in both school and community settings.
Key Responsibilities
Coordinate transition services for students engaged in vocational and life skills programming
Develop onsite and communitybased work experiences aligned with student profiles
Collaborate with families educators clinicians and adult agencies to support individualized transition plans
Facilitate studentcentered IEP components (e.g. Transition Planning Form Summary of Performance)
Guide students in building selfadvocacy skills and participating in their own transition process
Support use of assistive technology and AAC tools that promote student independence
Serve as liaison with community partners employers and adult service agencies
Coordinate logistics and planning for the annual graduation ceremony
Organize schoolbased events that promote postsecondary success
Maintain transition portfolios documentation and compliance with DESE standards
Participate in crossprogram collaboration and professional development initiatives
What Were Looking For
Bachelors degree required; coursework in vocational education special education deaf education or human services preferred
Prior experience supporting transitionaged students including job coaching or agency collaboration
Strong knowledge of IEP transition components postsecondary planning and disability services
Experience navigating communitybased settings and building external partnerships
ASL fluency or willingness to learn through CCCBSDsponsored classes
Ability to foster trusting relationships with students families and interdisciplinary teams
Strong documentation planning and communication skills
A collaborative adaptable and studentcentered mindset
Why Join CCCBSD
Live Our Values. Love Your Work.
As a Certified Kindness Workplace we believe that the workplace should be more than a place to achieve professional goals it should be a space where compassion respect and empathy thrive. This culture of care creates a positive supportive environment for students families and colleagues.
Our work is grounded in CCCBSDs core values: Humanity Belonging Inclusivity Collaboration Integrity and Excellence.
Your Total Rewards at CCCBSD Include:
Competitive salary and step scale placment
Comprehensive medical and wellness benefits
Generous time off and worklife harmony
Tuition reimbursement and inservice training
Retirement matching 5
Preschool discounts and free ASL classes
Employee referral and longevity bonuses
We hope youll find a professional home here where your work matters your values align and your days are filled with purpose.
Work Environment & Physical Demands
This is a 12month role aligned with CCCBSDs academic calendar including school vacations in December February April June and August. The summer session runs for six weeks beginning the week after the July 4th holiday with Fridays off.
This position involves travel between classrooms and community sites. Candidates should be comfortable supporting students across diverse environments and may need to assist with transitions transportation or jobsite coaching. Participation in emergency preparedness drills is required. CCCBSD provides reasonable accommodations to ensure accessibility and success in the role.
Background Check Requirement
Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of all required background checks including Massachusetts CORI and SAFIS fingerprinting in accordance with state regulations.
How to Apply
Submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your interest in the role. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis through the SchoolSpring system.
If youre new to the platform or would like to express your interest more directly feel free to also email your materials or questions to Rachel Barstow Ed.S. Director of Related Services at .
Not sure if you meet every qualification We encourage you to apply we value potential lived experience and a shared commitment to our mission.
CCCBSD is an equal opportunity employer.
We strongly encourage applications from individuals with multilingual backgrounds lived experience and/or ties to the communities we serve. If you require accommodations during the application or interview process please contact us. We are committed to ensuring accessibility for all candidates.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
