Transition Coordinator (2026-2027)

If you have any questions or inquiries about employment at ISD, please email human.resources@iaedb.org or call 712.366.3283 (voice) or 712.250.6849 (videophone). Transition Coordinator (2026-2027)

Primary Function:

Coordinate the Work Experience Program for the Iowa School for the Deaf's High School and 4PLUS (transition program) deaf and hard-of-hearing students Facilitates implementation of the School's Communication Policy. Work with students 1:1, in small groups or teach structured classes skills needed to obtain and maintain employment such as job searches, job applications, resume writing, interviewing skills, and other soft skills. Provide job coaching and training for students as necessary Work to transition graduating students. Work with staff to assess students for work readiness skills. Matches students' needs, skills, and interests with available job placement opportunities. Develop and maintain positive partnerships within the community including area agencies and businesses. Have regular ongoing contact with employers. Contact employers and develop community-based opportunities for students to job shadow, have short-term exploratory job placements, and longer-term work experiences. Assists employers and businesses with guidelines for accommodating people with disabilities according to the Americans with Disabilities Act and other laws and policies. Meet regularly with job site supervisors to ensure successful work experience placements. Seeks to resolve problems that may arise regarding a student work experience placement. Monitor and evaluate students in the field. Maintain contact with employers. Provide evaluations and feedback to staff and parents for report cards and IEP meetings. Be available as first point of contact for employers, students, and parents during the work experience program. (Outside of normal working hours if necessary). Advise faculty and staff of student needs in the work place. Coordinate scheduling with the

HS/4PLUS

Counselor. Coordinate with the ISD Dean of Students regarding transportation, food service, and evening, weekend, or holiday work. Train staff working with students in the field including teachers, jobcoaches, and interpreters. Work cooperatively with the Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor assigned to

ISD, ISD

staff members, and other community service coordinators. Work with ISD staff in the development of appropriate learning targets associated with work experience placements. Complete and attend IEP meetings. Update IEP goals as necessary. Complete all necessary paperwork and provide compliance of the program as defined by Iowa and Federal Law. Maintain a data-base of work experience sites, the type of work experience(s) available at the site, and skill requirements associated with those positions. Provide data and assessment of the work experience program.

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