Achieve Teacher/Transition Coordinator

Achieve Teacher/Transition Coordinator Franklin Public Schools • Franklin High School – Franklin, Massachusetts Job ID: 5709812 Application Deadline: Posted until filled Posted: May 13, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: Aug 31, 2026 Job Description Position: Achieve Teacher/Transition Coordinator Position Type: Full Time Location: Franklin High School Reports to: Building Principal and Department Head Salary: As per FEA Teacher Contract This position qualifies for town benefits, including Health Insurance General Description: The Franklin Public Schools, a Prek‑12 district, is seeking a skilled and experienced Transition Coordinator at the secondary level. The Transition Coordinator will teach the ACHIEVE 18‑22 program and offer transitional and/or vocational counseling to help students with disabilities achieve their academic or career goals. The Coordinator may also teach transition, life skills, executive functioning, or personal finance classes. Key Duties and Responsibilities Provide small group and individual academic instruction to students in the Achieve 18‑22 Program. Assist the Assistant Director Special Education‑Secondary Level to develop, implement, and monitor a district‑wide plan to provide appropriate and effective transition services. Conduct informal and formal transition assessments and monitor the administration of transition assessments to identify strengths, needs, preferences, and interests. Counsel students with disabilities regarding transition assessment results and postsecondary goals related to education/training, employment, and independent living. Provide professional development and technical assistance on transition service requirements to campus staff. Create opportunities for travel training. Act as the transition contact person for administrators, teachers, parents, and community partners. 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 IEP meetings to assist in the development of transition services, as needed. Work collaboratively with state agency representatives and local vendors to provide information sessions, conduct eligibility and application activities, and transition students from public school services to adult services. Work with school counselors and postsecondary education institutions to encourage students to consider postsecondary education and facilitate application activities. Provide information and training for students regarding transition and self‑determination. Work with school staff and district administrators to provide parent training and involvement activities that support transition for their child. Ensure transition services consider the impact and needs of children with disabilities related to multicultural and diversity issues. Conduct regular evaluations of transition services effectiveness and compliance. Work‑Based Learning Responsibilities: conduct community market analysis, develop work‑based learning sites, and paid employment development. Develop and monitor contracts for both paid and non‑paid work‑based learning sites in the community. Organize and schedule student and job coach assignments and transportation to and from work‑based learning experiences. Meet with employers/employees at non‑paid work‑based learning sites prior to placing students to establish a meaningful learning format, assessment process, collaborative support system. Record, collect, and analyze performance data on work‑based learning sites to make data‑driven decisions regarding instruction, re‑teaching, support, and site. Other related duties as assigned by the Principal, Director of Student Services or their designee. Qualifications Required Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred. Must have a Massachusetts licensure in Moderate Special Needs through the Department of Elementary & Secondary Education. Transition Specialist Endorsement Certificate (preferred). 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 preferred. Must successfully pass Criminal Offender (CORI) background check and national fingerprinting screening (CHRI). EEO Statement Franklin Public Schools is committed to maintaining an environment free from discrimination and harassment in accordance with state and federal law. We celebrate diversity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds. Job Requirements Citizenship, residency, or work visa required. Contact Information Jennifer Graveline, Assistant Director - SPED Franklin Public Schools 355 East Central Street Franklin, Massachusetts 02038 Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io Email: View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr Young World Physical Education