Lead Transition Teacher

Position Type: Special Services/ Lead Transition Teacher Date Posted: 5/28/2026 Location: Post University Campus – Employed by EdAdvance EdAdvance is one of Connecticut's six Regional Educational Service Centers (RESCs). EdAdvance is also a partner in the RESC Alliance and works collaboratively with the other RESC groups to support state‑wide initiatives. EdAdvance exists to promote the success of school districts and their communities. EdAdvance is redefining what a Regional Education Service Center can be using a systemic approach – grounded in the "3C's", Connection Culture, and Customization. Focused on local and regional priorities, we are reinvesting the expertise, energy, and resources of the agency to amplify the benefit of our constituents. Lead Transition Teacher Full Time / 210 Days. Pay Rate: $65,000 - $88,000. EdAdvance on Post University Campus. Job Purpose The Lead Transition Teacher oversees the daily instructional operations of a Post University based transition program for students who are between the ages of 17-22. The position entails providing services to students of all learning exceptionalities to make progress on their individual academic, social/emotional, and transition IEP goals and objectives. Qualifications Master's degree in teaching from an accredited institution in Special Education. Current Connecticut teaching license in required content area (265 or 165 or 065). Must have proven the ability to report to work on a regular and punctual basis. Valid Connecticut driver's license. Perform all other related work delegated or required tasks assigned. Major Responsibilities Complete all case management tasks and responsibilities for students who are assigned to your caseload. Develop and implement all components of the Individualized Educational Program (IEP) for students on your caseload and others as appropriate. Provide research-based specialized instruction to address the instructional goals and objectives contained within each student's IEP. Coordinate the delivery of special education services in each student's IEP across all settings. Serve as the primary contact for parents/guardians/Post University/District/and other deemed part of the students team. Provide direction to community coaches as directed. Provide consultation to Post University staff regarding classroom adjustments, instructional modifications, adaptive equipment, behavior modification plans and other similar instructional interventions to meet the needs of students with disabilities. All other duties assigned by supervisor. The Lead Transition Teacher works under the supervision of the UPP Coordinator & Director of Regional and Transition Services, and/or designee. Position is open until filled / Anticipated start date is ASAP. EdAdvance does not discriminate in any of its programs, activities or employment practices on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran, marital or familial status, pregnancy, genetic information, or status as a domestic violence victim, (along with any other classification protected by law). EdAdvance further provides equal access to the Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, and all other designated youth groups. To file a complaint of discrimination, write Director, Office of Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, Washington, DC 20250-9410, or the Connecticut Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities, 450 Columbus Boulevard, Hartford, CT 06103. Any person having inquiries concerning EdAdvance's compliance with its nondiscrimination policies and procedures, including compliance with Section 504, Title VI or Title IX, should contact: View email address on click.appcast.io. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state law, we provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. Applicants requiring an accommodation to complete the application or interview process should contact Human Resources. #J-18808-Ljbffr EdAdvance