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Transition Coordinator

Posted 26 days ago

OfficeNew York, NY50k - 55k USD

At Rebecca School, we support students ages 3–21 with neurodevelopmental delays through the DIRFloortime® model. Guided by values of respect, relationships, and emotional growth, we help students connect and thrive. Join us and make a lasting difference in their lives.

As a Transition Coordinator, you will play a vital role in helping students prepare for life beyond school by supporting transition planning, independence, community engagement, and long-term life goals. You will work closely with students, families, and multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized plans that promote growth, self-advocacy, and successful post-school outcomes.

Through collaboration, resource coordination, and program development, you will help students build the skills and connections needed to thrive in their communities and future endeavors.

What You’ll Need

  • Bachelor's degree in Education, Special Education, Social Work, Psychology, Human Services, or a related field preferred

  • Experience working with adolescents and young adults with diverse learning, developmental, or behavioral needs

  • Strong communication, collaboration, and relationship-building skills

  • Knowledge of transition planning, community resources, and person-centered planning practices

  • Ability to coordinate multiple projects and manage competing priorities

  • Experience working with families, school teams, and community partners

  • Strong organizational and documentation skills

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace

What You’ll Do

  • Maintain a transition planning caseload of students ages 14–22 and collaborate closely with students, families, and educational teams

  • Lead the development of long-term life planning goals and short-term transition objectives

  • Coordinate the School Independence Program (SIP) and support student participation

  • Partner with educational supervisors on curriculum planning, community experiences, and the Best Buddies program

  • Assist with planning and implementing extracurricular opportunities for students and families

  • Develop and maintain community partnerships and transition-related resources

  • Support and manage a city-wide resource and referral directory for students and families

  • Advocate for student independence, community engagement, and successful post-school outcomes

Why You’ll Love Working Here

  • Enjoy both paid time off and extra paid school breaks (for select roles), plus paid holidays

  • Wellness perks including gym discounts, mindfulness apps, and prescription savings

  • Tuition reimbursement, career development programs, and leadership training

  • 401(k) retirement savings with a 4% company match and immediate vesting

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance

  • Free Employee Assistance Program with confidential counseling, life coaching, and mental health resources

  • Life insurance, disability coverage, and Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions at no cost to you

Rebecca School is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you require reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact us at [email protected].

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New York, NY
Salary
50k - 55k USD
per year
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Key team members

Joshua Noble

Joshua Noble

Kimberly Burgess Wilson

Kimberly Burgess Wilson

Stacey Hensel MA, MT-BC, LCAT, NRMT

Stacey Hensel MA, MT-BC, LCAT, NRMT

Blake Portnof, LMSW

Blake Portnof, LMSW

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