Teacher - Occupational/Transitional, Special Schools

Description:

Teacher -
Occupational/Transitional, Special
Schools
Position Details
Division: Human Resources
Classification: Certified

Terms of Employment: This is a salaried position assigned to the Licensed Employee
Salary Schedule, 9 Months
FLSA STATUS: EXEMPT

Position Summary
The transition specialist position is a position designed to provide technical assistance to
principals, teachers, parents/guardians, and appropriate administrators regarding
transition services for students ages Pre-Kindergarten-22 currently enrolled in one of the
special schools. The teacher will implement into daily student instruction an appropriate
educational curriculum based on the Nevada Academic Content Standards (NVACS).
The teacher will create and maintain an educational atmosphere that encourages
effective student learning and supports school and Clark County School District (CCSD)
programs and goals. This person will be expected to adhere to the CCSD-s Professional
Domains and Standards for Licensed Employees and will report directly to the school
site administrator. This position is directly responsible to the administrator serving at the
special school where the assignment is funded.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The list of Essential Duties and Responsibilities is not exhaustive and may be
supplemented.

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1. Supports, mentors, and models best practices, transition strategies and
techniques.
2. Exhibits a strong commitment to improving academic, social, and vocational
achievement for students with disabilities.
3. Establishes effective working relationships with administration, school-based
staff, and community agencies.
4. Facilitates staff transition-based professional learning opportunities and activities,
related to students with disabilities, for administration, licensed, and support
professional personnel.
5. Consults with site administration of special education to troubleshoot transition
concerns/issues that may be supervisory in nature.
6. Assists division and region teams, administration, licensed, and support
professional personnel with the effective implementation of federal, state, and
local mandates aligned with transition.
7. Assists parents/guardians or students in problem-solving and acquiring the
necessary knowledge and skills to support the development and implementation
of transition skills in the Individualized Education Plan (IEP).
8. Provides staff with information on evidence-based instruction for post-secondary
planning.
9. Assists licensed staff in providing technical information, preparing lEPs, and/or
referrals to community agencies to address post-secondary planning.
10. Maintains confidentiality and organization of records through observable
procedures consistent with division and site directives.
11. Assists IEP teams in the development and implementation of transition plans.
12. Works professionally with administrators, staff, parents/guardians, and the
community.
13. Participates in other job-related duties and activities related to the position as
assigned.
14. Administers Transition/Vocational Assessments for high school students.
15. Coordinates off-campus work experiences through various CCSD departments.
16. Coordinates on-campus vocational experiences.
17. Coordinates transportation for all off-campus work experiences.
18. Arranges for agency visits for staff.
19. Solves any potential problems that occur at worksites by coordinating with
department supervisors.
20. Assists with resolving student behavior problems at worksites.
21. Picks up vocational materials from worksites for students to do on campus.
22. Coordinates bus arrival and departures each day.
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23. Creates and facilitates instructional opportunities aligned with students- IEP
goals.
24. Develops short and long-range plans consistent with student-centered goals and
school-wide plans.
25. Understands and utilizes specialized materials, adaptive equipment, and
assistive technology with students to promote independence.
26. Plans and prepares the integration of specialized materials, adaptive equipment,
and assistive technology for students and school-community across multiple
settings.
27. Understands and models the importance of schedules, routines, and transitions
that promote development, independence, and learning.
28. Understands assessment as an educational process; analyzes and uses
assessment data to develop individualized instruction and student goals.
29. Creates and implements learning experiences that make content accessible,
engaging, and meaningful for all students.
30. Participates in student, staff, and professional meetings.
31. Engages in professional learning to stay current on evidenced-based strategies
and services and assists in meeting the individualized needs of students.
32. Observes and follows all CCSD policies and procedures; maintains high
professionalism, confidentiality, and commitment through punctuality and
attendance.
33. Performs other licensed duties as assigned by the school administration.

Position Expectations
1. Demonstrate ability to support, mentor, and model best practice instructional
strategies specifically designed for students with disabilities.
2. Demonstrate strong knowledge of federal, state, and local mandates and
procedures as it relates to students with disabilities.
3. Demonstrate strong knowledge of special education programs and services in
CCSD and the community.
4. Demonstrate effectiveness in planning, organizing, and coordinating meaningful
activities for appropriate individuals and/or groups in a pleasant, professional
manner.
5. Demonstrate high level of self-confidence, initiative, and self-direction.
6. Lead professional development activities for staff as they relate to special
education.
7. Work cooperatively with students, parents/guardians, peers, administration, and
community members.
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8. Maintain accurate and complete records as required by law and CCSD policy.
9. Participate as an active member with other faculty and staff.
10. Work in a collegial manner with all CCSD staff to provide students an appropriate
education in the LRE.
11. Maintain and improve professional competence.
12. Communicate effectively both written and verbally.

Position Requirements
Education and Training
An earned bachelor-s degree from an accredited college or university.
Licenses and Certifications
1. A valid driver-s license that allows the applicant/employee to legal y operate a
motor vehicle in Nevada. License must be maintained for the duration of the
assignment.
2. Must possess or be able to acquire, by time of appointment to the position, a
teaching license issued by the Nevada Department of Education (NDE). Must be
certified in relevant subject area.

When applying for a certificated licensed position, candidates must meet the
minimum qualifications as listed on the appropriate position vacancy
announcement.

AA/EOE Statement
This employer does not knowingly discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex,
sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or national origin.
The Clark County School District is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. The
Clark County School District is committed to providing all applicants and employees
equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender
identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, military
status, or other characteristics protected by applicable law. Here at Clark County School
District, we are a diverse group of people who honor the differences that drive innovative
solutions to meet the needs of our students and employees. We believe that through a
culture of inclusivity, we have the power to reflect the community we serve.

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Job Revision Information
- Created: 09/13/24
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