Special Education Transition Specialist

Position Summary

The Special Education Transition Specialist supports middle and high school students with disabilities by coordinating transition planning and services that prepare students for postsecondary education competitive integrated employment and independent living. This position ensures compliance with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) transition requirements while collaborating with students families school staff and community partners.

Qualifications

- Valid Virginia Special Education license (General Curriculum and/or Adapted Curriculum)
- Minimum of three (3) years of experience working with students with disabilities
- Knowledge of IDEA the IEP process and Virginia secondary transition requirements
- Experience with transition planning or work-based learning preferred
- Middle or high school experience preferred

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

- Coordinate transition planning for students beginning no later than age 14
- Collaborate with IEP teams to develop measurable transition goals
- Participate in IEP and eligibility meetings; serve as LEA representative as assigned
- Coordinate work-based learning and career exploration opportunities
- Partner with DARS community agencies employers and postsecondary institutions
- Conduct transition assessments and support postsecondary planning
- Maintain accurate documentation for compliance and reporting
- Serve in assigned foster care and homeless liaison roles
- Perform other duties as assigned

Skills and Abilities

- Strong communication organizational and collaboration skills
- Commitment to student advocacy inclusion and post-school success

Supervisory Responsibilities
Students as assigned

Additional Requirements
Adherence to WCPS policies. Reliable attendance and ability to perform essential physical functions.

Terms of Employment:

Salary: Commensurate with education and experience

Contract: 12 month (260 day) contract effective August 1 2026

Benefits: VRS retirement life insurance medical/dental insurance sick personal and vacation days

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The Washington County School Board reserves the right to consider those who respond and any other potential candidates and any position(s) or transfer(s) that may result from filling this position.

EEO Statement: It is the policy of the Washington County School Board to provide equal opportunity to all applicants and employees regardless of race color creed age national origin ancestry or sex. This policy is applicable to all phases of employment to include hiring upgrading transfer and treatment of the employees of the School Board.

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