Learning Prep School in Newton MA is seeking a
Supervisor of Transition Services to lead our growing Transition Department beginning in
August at the start of theschool year.This is an exciting leadership opportunity to be part of a dedicated team helping students with languagebased learning disabilities prepare for life after high school. The Supervisor of Transition Services oversees all aspects of the transition program including the 1822 program career readiness curriculum postsecondary planning and experiential learning placements in the ideal candidate brings strong leadership skills a passion for supporting students in their journey toward independence and the ability to foster strong partnerships with families staff and external organizations.
Our students have complex learning needs and we are committed to providing them with the education they deserve! LPS serves students with complex profiles whose primary area of need is a languagebased learning disability. While not a therapeutic setting our comprehensive program includes speechlanguage pathology occupational therapy and counseling services.
LPS is a great place to work! We offer a comprehensive and
competitive benefits package great worklife balance and a caring community of dedicated special education professionals. The LPS staff culture is truly unique in its welcoming collaborative and caring manner towards each other.
Key Responsibilities:- Supervise coach and evaluate Transition Department staff and job coaches
- Oversee the design and implementation of the schools 1822 program
- Coordinate individualized student transition plans and job site placements
- Support students and families in college career and lifereadiness exploration
- Lead department meetings and maintain a positive collaborative team culture
- Collaborate with external agencies community partners and postsecondary programs
- Attend IEP meetings for transitionaged students (11th12th grade)
- Organize and facilitate transitionfocused events (e.g. job fairs info nights)
- Transport students to job sites as needed (school van provided)
Fulltime benefits include:- 100% Employer Paid Dental Insurance Life Insurance and AD&D Insurance
- 75% Employer Paid Health Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts or Health Savings Accounts Available
- Free Breakfast Lunch and Onsite Parking
- Deeply Discounted Onsite EEC Childcare
- 403(b) Retirement Plan with Discretionary Employer Match (currently 3%)
- Access to Vision Insurance Disability Insurance Critical Illness Insurance Pet Insurance
- Employer Paid EAP benefits (Employee Assistance Program) available for employees and their family members
All applicants must have a clean driving record.This is a full time schoolyear based position with some summer responsibilities: Monday Friday 7:30am3:15pm with some afterschool meeting days until 4pm.LPS is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Direct Applicants Only No RecruitersTo learn more about our unique school for students with languagebased learning disabilities please visit our website .
Required Experience:
Manager