Academy of St. Louis
Position Summary
The Transition Coach supports students with diverse learning needs by assisting in the implementation of academic, behavioral, and transition programming. This role collaborates with teachers, families, and community partners to promote student independence and successful post-secondary outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
Student & Classroom Support
Support classroom instruction by working with individual students and small groups to reinforce skills and concepts
Assist teachers in implementing instructional strategies based on students’ individual needs
Guide independent work, enrichment activities, and remedial instruction
Provide supervision and support during classroom activities, lunch, breaks, and transitions
Escort and assist students throughout the school and in community-based settings
Support students with physical needs (e.g., mobility, personal care, transitions) as required
Help maintain an organized, safe, and engaging learning environment
Assist with the preparation of instructional materials and classroom setup
Monitor and document student progress and behavior as directed
Support students with behavioral needs using established management plans
Communicate student concerns or progress with teachers and administration
Substitute in classrooms when needed
Transition Programming & Community Partnerships
Support the planning and implementation of transition services for students grades 8–12
Maintain and expand knowledge of current best practices in transition planning
Attend professional development (e.g., webinars such as Show-Me College and Charting the LifeCourse™)
Collaborate with community agencies and external partners to support student outcomes
Partner with organizations such as Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS) and the Department of Vocational Rehabilitation
Coordinate and support student participation in vocational and volunteer experiences (e.g., on-site placements)
Facilitate communication between families and outside service providers (e.g., SSD SNAP, DHH specialists)
Participate in meetings with community partners and assist in developing new opportunities for students
Conduct observations and build relationships with post-secondary and vocational programs
Family & Staff Support
Serve as a resource to staff, students, and families regarding transition planning and services
Utilize the Charting the LifeCourse™ framework to guide transition planning
Facilitate transition meetings with students and families (at least annually for grades 8–12; more as needed)
Collaborate with school leadership and participate in administrative and team meetings
Additional Duties
Assist with school-wide assessments (e.g., Woodcock-Johnson testing)
Support building initiatives and administrative tasks as needed
Perform other duties as assigned by the Building Administrator
Qualifications
Minimum of 60 college credit hours preferred
Experience working with children required; special education experience preferred
Strong communication and collaboration skills
Ability to work with multiple stakeholders, including families and community agencies
Familiarity with Google Workspace (Drive, Gmail, Calendar)
Willingness to learn and implement the Heather Forbes behavior management approach
Skills & Abilities
Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
Ability to communicate effectively in a fast-paced environment
Flexibility and adaptability in a dynamic school setting
Ability to manage sensitive information with professionalism
Physical Requirements
Ability to stand, walk, and move quickly throughout the school day
Ability to lift to 50 pounds occasionally
Ability to assist or intervene in crises when necessary
Ability to accompany students throughout the building and community settings
Work Environment
School setting with frequent activity and noise
May include exposure to challenging student behaviors
Requires flexibility, responsiveness, and collaboration throughout the day
Additional Information
Position is in-person only (no remote work)
Regular attendance is required
Must be able to supervise students at all times when present
Send resume and cover letter to Colleen Cantareira at colleen@acadstl.org
