Teacher, Vocational Adjustment

Location : Hattie Mae White

Department : Special Ed - Unit C2- Dir A

Area : Northwest

Contract Months : 10

Salary Range : $80,000.00 - $90,000.00

Academic Year : 25-26

POSITION SUMMARY

The Vocational Adjustment Teacher (VAT) works along in collaboration with campus staff to provide transition planning and work-based learning support to students with disabilities ages 14 and older. The VAT assists in developing goals, coordinating job experiences and collaborates with schools, families and community partners to promote successful post-school outcomes. This role ensures compliance with transition requirements, including SPP 13 and 14. This position reports to the Director of Special Education.

ILLUSTRATIVE DUTIES

• Facilitate age-appropriate transition assessments and interpret results to support development of measurable postsecondary goals.
• Collaborate with ARD teams to assist with the development of transition plans that are aligned with students' strengths, interests, and needs.
• Coordinate and monitor work-based learning experiences, including job shadowing, internships, community-based instruction and paid / unpaid employment.
• Provides direct instruction in vocational skills, job readiness, social communication, self- determination, and independent living skills.
• Builds partnerships with local businesses, agencies and community organizations to secure employment opportunities.
• Train and support employers, job coaches, employment representatives and other district staff working with students in the community.
• Networks with local business and community leaders to gain knowledge of the job market in the community and help secure job sites for student placement.

ILLUSTRATIVE DUTIES CONTINUED

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

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Education

Experience

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Other Requirements

Houston Independent School District is an equal opportunity employer.