SpEd: Transition Teacher, PID#1731

Job Title: Transition Teacher Wage/Hour Status: Exempt

Reports to: Director of Special Education & Pay Grade: THS (24/25: $64650 - $73685)

District Transition Specialist/TED

Dept./School: Assigned Campus Date Revised: 05/20/2025

Report Date: July 30 2025 Days to Work: 176/10 Months

In-House applicants must complete the online internal application process in TalentEd

All substitutes for Crosby ISD if applying for a full time job MUST complete

an External Application

Primary Purpose:

Work with a defined group of students eligible to receive special educations services (ages 13 or younger if

applicable) to ensure transitional plans are developed and implemented. Responsible forthe transition assessments

interviews goal setting defining coordinated set of activities course ofstudy inter-agency connections family

support for this target group. Provide special education students withlearning activities and experiences designed to

help them fulfill their potential for intellectual emotionalphysical and social growth. Modify curricula and prepare

lessons and other instructional materials to studentability levels. Work in self-contained team departmental or

itinerant capacity as assigned.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

Bachelors degree from accredited university

Valid Texas Special Education Teaching Certificate

VAC Certification (preferred)

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Basic understanding of transition law transition service requirements and implementation strategies

General knowledge of transition documentation requirements

General knowledge of work-based learning

Ability to communicate with staff administrators students teachers parents and community partners

Ability to work collaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams

Ability to work collaborative with agency representatives and community partners as part of the coordinated

set of activities requirement in transition services

Attend ARD meetings as appropriate

Knowledge of special needs of students in assigned area

Experience:

At least three years teaching in special education at the secondary level

Secondary experience with the implementation of transition requirements in the secondary teacher role

Some experience in work-based learning and/or Career and Technology Education is preferred

Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the administration may find appropriate and acceptable.

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Assist the District Transition Specialist to develop implement and monitor a district-wide plan to provide

appropriate and effective transition services.

Conduct informal and formal transition assessments and/or monitor the administration of transition assess-

ments administered by campus staff to identify strengths needs preferences and interests.

Facilitate completion of IEP transition paperwork; including course of study coordinated sets of activities

and post-secondary goals and transition and vocational assessment reports.

Counsels or works with staff who counsel students with disabilities regarding transition assessment results

and post-secondary goals related to education/training employment and independent living if appropriate

Provide consultation to special education staff regarding transition opportunities for students served by

special education

Collaborate with secondary staff in the preparation of the IEP and transition services

Attend ARD/IEP meetings to assist in the development of transition services as needed.

Works collaboratively with agency representatives to provide information sessions for students and parents

conduct eligibility and application activities and work to transition students to public school services and

supports to adult services and supports

Work collaboratively with school counselors to encourage students with disabilities to consider post-

secondary education make selections based on interests and preferences

Provide information and training for students regarding transition and self-determination

Work with campus staff and district administrators to identify parent involvement activities that support

transition for their child

Ensures transition services consider the impact and needs of children with disabilities related to multi-

cultural and diversity issues

Conduct regular evaluations of transition services effectiveness and compliance

Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies activities materials and equipment that

reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned

Work cooperatively with classroom teachers to modify regular curricula s needed and assist special education

students in regular classes with assignments

Present subject matter according to guidelines established by IEP

Consult district and outside resource people regarding education social medical and personal needs of

students

Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students equipment materials and facilities

Consult with classroom teachers regarding management of student behavior according to IEP

Work-Based Learning Responsibilities

Work collaboratively with Career and Technology Education to ensure CTE is the first consideration and

least restrictive environment for students with disabilities considering vocational courses and activities

Perform other duties as assigned by the Special Education Director and District Transition Specialist/TED

Other Responsibilities

Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills

Keep informed of and comply with federal state distr4ict and school regulations and policies for special

education teachers

Compile maintain and file all physical and computerized reports records and other documents required

Maintain documentation of student contract times

Maintain confidentiality

Supervisory Responsibilities

Supervisor assigned teacher aide(s)

Working Conditions

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Maintain emotional control under stress. Frequent standing stooping bending pulling and pushing.

Move small stack of textbooks media equipment desks and other classroom equipment

The foregoing statements describe the general purposes and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

The Crosby Independent School District - in compliance with the Title VII American Disability Act Age Discrimination in Employment Act Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and other statues- seeks to provide equal opportunity without regard to race color religion national origin sex age marital or veteran status the presence of a medical condition disability or any other legally protected status. This policy extends to the employment and all programs and activities conducted by the district. For Further information Contact the Office of the Superintendent Crosby Independent School District 14670 FM2100 Crosby Texas77532

An Equal Opportunity Employer