Vocational Community Liason Teacher- Part-time (26-27) school year)

POSITION TITLE: Vocational Community Liason Teacher- Part-time

EXEMPTION STATUS:Exempt

REPORTS TO:Coordinator of Low Incidence Disabilities

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:10 months2026-2027 school year part-time

Primary Purpose:

Provide and coordinate instruction of prevocational and vocational subjects designed to prepare students for entry into school-to-career programs and on-campus or on-the-job training. Develop personal social and work adjustment programs to reinforce strengths and reduce challenges for students.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification

Bachelors Degree

Valid Texas teaching certificate with special education endorsement or a special education certificate

60 clock hours of training resulting in a certificate of completion and attendance from the in-service provider. The training must include training in job development and job analysis student assessment and job match job placement and job site training

Special Knowledge/Skills

Ability to coordinate with outside agencies businesses and community organizations

Experience coordinating support for students with severe multiple disabilities in vocational preparation settings

Leadership skills in working with Admission Review Dismissal committees to develop appropriate programs to support vocational and transition needs and services

Strong organizational communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills

Knowledge of resources available for students with various disabilities

Ability to maintain structure and routine for students with high demands

Minimum Experience

Experience in special education

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Instruction and Program Management

• Provide instruction in academic concepts related to employment social skills for successful employment and community adjustment and functional skills to achieve maximum independence.
• Utilize transitional curriculum and strategies in instruction.
• Prepare information and documents for ARD committee meetings and participate in meetings
• Investigate and utilize community resources for job training stations.
• Develop community and/or schoolwork stations for students ready for job placement.
• Assist in coordinating the in-school educational program.
• Work with the Texas Workforce Solutions to secure services during and after high school.
• Student Growth and Development
• Determine special needs of students with disabilities in the vocational setting and conduct employability skills seminars for assigned students.
• Adapt instructional strategies to meet the needs of each individual in age-appropriate ways.
• Consistently monitor student achievement through formal and informal methods.
• Collaborate with counselors in scheduling other academic classes for students.
• Work with students parents school officials and agencies to facilitate transition to independent living and assist students with post-high school social services and educational agencies.
• Communication and Community Relations
• Maintain open communication with principal and staff to assure support for students.
• Collaborate with the functional academic program to assess skills addressed in cross curriculum settings to ensure success in work and transition to post high school settings.
• Develop positive public relations through the use of the local press and personal communications and develop presentations to be presented to local civic organizations.
• Counsel with parents and students on the purposes and expected outcomes of the program and report progress to parents and school personnel at specified intervals.
• Professional Growth and Development
• Demonstrate interest and initiative in professional learning and participate in professional learning to improve performance.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Assist in training and supervising the daily duties of vocational job coaches.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environment Factors:

• Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment computer peripherals electronic devices
• Posture: Prolonged sitting/standing occasional kneeling/squatting bending/stooping pushing/pulling twisting
• Motion: Frequent repetitive hand motions keyboarding use of mouse wrist flexion/extension
• Lifting: Lifting and carrying up to 30 pounds without assistance 30-55 pounds with assistance and more than 55 pounds with appropriate assistance
• Environment: Work is performed in a classroom office and job site setting; frequent in-district travel; occasional irregular and/or prolonged hours
• Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress work with frequent interruptions

Required Experience:

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