CCS Life Design and Transition Coordinator
Overview
Lead a unique position supporting TCNJ CCS college students through a 4-year life planning process. The role involves designing a sequential curriculum, developing coursework, managing field experiences, and providing ongoing assessment and support. This position differs by focusing on holistic transition planning and independent living skills.
What You'll Do12
- 1Develop Life Design and Transition curriculum through backward design with CCS Administration
- 2Create and revise course syllabi for 4/5 courses per semester plus winter/summer terms
- 3Implement customized employment discovery processes for partner agencies
- 4Organize and manage on-campus field experiences with progress monitoring systems
- 5Monitor senior internships through bi-monthly reviews with VR agency
- 6Conduct initial and annual assessments of student development areas
- 7Design and implement continuous progress monitoring aligned with LDT curriculum
- 8Maintain web-based profiles and facilitate Life Design Teams for CCS students
- 9Identify, train, and schedule mentors while assessing their effectiveness
- 10Support employer training and recognition programs with CCS Administration and VR agencies
- 11Prepare student records and maintain communication logs with TCNJ departments
- 12Attend department meetings and collect accountability data monthly
Requirements11
- 1BA/BS required with Master's preferred in Special Education or Vocational Rehabilitation
- 2Professional certification in special education or related field
- 33-5 years education/disability field experience with preference for post-secondary settings
- 4Experience working with youth with intellectual disabilities and developmental disabilities
- 5Demonstrated teaching skills for college-age students and curriculum development
- 6Knowledge of federal/state disability regulations including IDEA and VR Act
- 7Understanding of NJ state and local services for youth with ID/DD
- 8Excellent communication and time management abilities
- 9Valid driver's license and willingness to collaborate in shared spaces
- 10Ability to handle reasonable accommodation requests
- 11Background check and reference verification required
Salary Insight
$68 - $78k per year
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