Pre-ETS Specialist

Norman, OK - USA

Monthly Salary: USD 60 - 75

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

The Pre-ETS Specialist will provide direct classroom instruction and teaching to High School age students with disabilities as documented by an lEP 504 plan or medical diagnosis which makes them potentially eligible for services from Vocational Rehabilitation.

The person selected will also develop and/or utilize transition age curriculum and hands-on work experience to support youth with disabilities to increase successful transition from school to work or post-secondary education outcomes.

The Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS) curriculum includes activities/topics guided by the WlOA indicators: Workplace Readiness Training Post-Secondary Counseling Work Based Learning Career Exploration and Self Advocacy. Individuals in this position are expected to provide quality services as assigned to eligible participants and conduct outreach to school district personnel students family members state and community stakeholders.

Essential Duties:

Provide direct classroom instruction to High School aged students with disabilities.
Assists in researching and developing curriculum and classroom activities based on the five WIOA indicators.
Offer feedback on existing curriculum to support redesign and improvement.
Prepare lesson plans materials and supplies to cater to a diverse student population.
Develop individualized hands-on work-based experiences for students.
Engage students effectively and maintain classroom management.
Conduct outreach to school partners to promote Pre-ETS services including scheduling and traveling to schools.
Identify and understand the needs of school districts regarding Special Education Transition and how best to prepare students for integrated employment or post-secondary education.
Assist school partners to identify recruit and enroll eligible youth for Pre-ETS services and activities.
Assists in preparation of content and format for courses conferences and other training events.
Tracks curricula in all steps of development revision production release and promotion.
Collaborate with agency partners including DRS DRS Counselors and school staff to meet performance and collaboration targets.
Present program information to individuals agencies and groups.
Assist in preparation of content and format for courses conferences and training events.
Maintain confidentiality of student data and provide regular progress updates to leadership.
Submit and maintain caseload documentation as required.
Utilize personal vehicle for daily transportation to and from school campuses.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Special Information About the Job:

Applicants should live in or near the countiesbeing served and travel is essential for this position.
This is a field position serving Oklahoma schools within 60-75 miles of your home office.

Required Education: Bachelors degree in English Communications or related field.

Equivalency/Substitution: Will accept 48 months related experience in lieu of the Bachelors degree.

Skills:

Proficient in maintaining accurate and timely records.
Excellent communication skills both oral and written in various situations.
Capable of working independently under general supervision.
Strong problem-solving initiative.
Ability to build relationships with program consumers agencies and community partners.
Understanding of strict confidentiality standards.
Knowledge of adult learning principles
Able to maintain a positive respectful interaction with a diverse staff and in difficult situations.
Ability to follow directives from supervisors and collaborate effectively with co-workers.
Strong customer service skills for interacting with students teachers parents and community members.
Detail-oriented with a focus on data accuracy and timely completion of tasks.
Ability to prioritize tasks and work independently.

Working Conditions:

Must be able to sit for extended periods of time doing work on a computer.
Must be able to engage in repetitive motions.
Standard office environment.
Frequent exposure to pressure caused by deadlines and busy periods.

Departmental Preferences:

24 months of related direct instruction and teaching of youth with disabilities

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